Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) — Question 1091

A risk practitioner is performing a risk assessment of recent external advancements in quantum computing. Which of the following would pose the GREATEST concern for the risk practitioner?

Answer options

• A. The organization has not reviewed its encryption standards.
• B. The organization has not adopted Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) for its operations.
• C. The organization has implemented heuristics on its network firewall.
• D. The organization has incorporated blockchain technology in its operations.

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is A because advancements in quantum computing could potentially compromise current encryption methods, making it crucial for the organization to review its encryption standards. Options B, C, and D are less relevant to the immediate risks posed by quantum computing advancements, as IaaS adoption, firewall heuristics, and blockchain technology do not directly address encryption vulnerabilities.