Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) — Question 466

Which of the following IT controls is MOST useful in mitigating the risk associated with inaccurate data?

Answer options

• A. Audit trails for updates and deletions
• B. Encrypted storage of data
• C. Links to source data
• D. Check totals on data records and data fields

Correct answer: D

Explanation

Check totals on data records and data fields is crucial because it allows for the verification of data accuracy by ensuring that the totals match expected values. In contrast, audit trails help track changes, encrypted storage secures data, and links to source data provide reference, but none directly ensure the accuracy of the data itself.