External Audits & Assessments Flashcards
1
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What is an External Audit?
A
systematic evaluations conducted by independent entities to assess an organization’s information systems, applications, and security controls.
2
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What is an External Assessment?
A
detailed analysis that’s conducted by an independent entity or entities to identify vulnerabilities and risks in an organization’s security system.
3
Q
What is Regulatory Compliance?
A
An organizations goal to take steps to comply with relevant laws, policies, and regulations
4
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What is Examiniation?
A
Detailed inspections of an organizations security infrastructure conducted externally
5
Q
What is an Independent Third Party Audit?
A
Provide an unbiased perspective on an organizations security posture
