Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) — Question 1090

Which of the following BEST enables an organization to mitigate ethical risk?

Answer options

• A. Reorganization of business processes to deter unethical activities
• B. Ethics training for staff during onboarding
• C. A culture of ethical integrity from the top down
• D. Senior leadership communication of ethics policies

Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer, C, emphasizes the importance of creating a culture of ethical integrity from leadership, which sets the tone for the entire organization. While the other options like ethics training and communication are important, they are less effective without a strong ethical culture established by senior leaders.