Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) — Question 571

The GREATEST benefit resulting from well-documented information security procedures is that they:

Answer options

• A. facilitate security training of new staff.
• B. ensure that security policies are consistently applied.
• C. provide a basis for auditing security practices.
• D. ensure processes can be followed by temporary staff.

Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer, B, is important because consistent application of security policies reduces the risk of security breaches. While options A, C, and D highlight additional benefits, they do not capture the primary advantage of ensuring that security measures are uniformly enforced across the organization.