Section 4. Quiz 30 - IT Asset Management Questions and Answers

Section 4. Quiz 30 - IT Asset
Management

The synchronization of production source code and object code is best controlled by
which of the following?

A. Comparing version releases of source code and object code
B. Restricting any changes to source code
C. Restricting any access to source code and object code
D. Date-and-time stamping source code and object code - answer Answer: D. Date-
and-time stamping for source and object code

Explanation: Date-and-time stamping for both the source code and the object code will
help to ensure that the code is in sync. The other options are good practice, but they will
not ensure that the source code and object code are of the same version.

What is the first step after the replacement of hardware?

A. Sync the hardware with the hot site
B. Update the IT asset inventory
C. Identify and assess the vulnerability
D. Conduct risk assessment - answerAnswer: B. Updating the IT asset inventory

Explanation: Updating the IT assets should be the first step. Once the inventory is
updated, the other options can be followed.

What is the first step in the implementation of access control?

A. Group IT assets
B. Categorize IT assets
C. Implement an access control list
D. Create an inventory of IT assets - answerAnswer: D. Creating an inventory of IT
assets

Explanation: The first step for the implementation of an access control rule is to create a
list of IT assets as an inventory. This will be followed by categorization and grouping.

What is the first step in developing a risk management program?

A. Assess vulnerability
B. Assess control
C. Identify assets