Exam CISSP Topic 1 Question 1314 Discussion

Actual exam question for ISC's CISSP exam
Question #: 1314
Topic #: 1
Which of the following is given the responsibility of the maintenance and protection of the data?

Suggested Answer: B Vote an answer

Explanation/Reference:
Explanation:
The data custodian (information custodian) is responsible for maintaining and protecting the data. This role is usually filled by the IT or security department, and the duties include implementing and maintaining security controls; performing regular backups of the data; periodically validating the integrity of the data; restoring data from backup media; retaining records of activity; and fulfilling the requirements specified in the company's security policy, standards, and guidelines that pertain to information security and data protection.
Incorrect Answers:
A: The data owner (information owner) is usually a member of management who is in charge of a specific business unit, and who is ultimately responsible for the protection and use of a specific subset of information. The data owner is not is given the responsibility of the maintenance and protection of the data.
C: The user is any individual who routinely uses the data for work-related tasks. The user is not given the responsibility of the maintenance and protection of the data.
D: The security administrator is responsible for implementing and maintaining specific security network devices and software in the enterprise. The security administrator is not is given the responsibility of the maintenance and protection of the data.
References:
Harris, Shon, All In One CISSP Exam Guide, 6th Edition, McGraw-Hill, New York, 2013, p. 122

by Sid at Sep 11, 2025, 06:01 PM

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