Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) — Question 765

Which of the following is MOST important to ensure when removing a financial application from production?

Answer options

• A. The data retention period is still observed.
• B. End user requests for changes are canceled.
• C. End user training is updated.
• D. Software license agreements are retained.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer, A, is crucial because financial applications often contain sensitive data that must be retained for compliance and legal purposes. The other options, while relevant to application management, do not address the legal requirements associated with data retention in a financial context.