CISA Practice Questions - Certified Information Systems Auditor Exam - CISA Practice Questions - Certified Information Systems Auditor Exam

Question 1

Which of the following is the PRIMARY objective of an information systems audit?

To identify all security vulnerabilities in the system To evaluate controls and provide assurance that business objectives are being met To ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations To recommend specific technical solutions for identified weaknesses

Correct Answer:

To evaluate controls and provide assurance that business objectives are being met

Question 2

An IS auditor discovers that an organization lacks a formal audit charter. What is the MOST significant risk associated with this finding?

The audit department may exceed its budget The audit function may lack authority and independence Audit reports may not be distributed to the appropriate stakeholders The audit schedule may not be followed consistently

Correct Answer:

The audit function may lack authority and independence

Question 3

During risk assessment, an IS auditor identifies a high-risk area with inadequate controls. What should be the auditor's NEXT step?

Immediately report the finding to the board of directors Develop detailed recommendations for control implementation Evaluate compensating controls and gather additional evidence Suspend the audit until management implements new controls

Correct Answer:

Evaluate compensating controls and gather additional evidence

Question 4

Which of the following BEST describes the concept of audit risk?

The probability that the auditor will issue an incorrect opinion The likelihood that the organization will experience a security breach The chance that audit findings will not be implemented by management The possibility that the audit will exceed its planned budget

Correct Answer:

The probability that the auditor will issue an incorrect opinion

Question 5

An IS auditor is planning to use Computer-Assisted Audit Techniques (CAATs) to test a large dataset. What is the PRIMARY advantage of this approach?

It eliminates the need for management approval It allows testing of 100% of transactions rather than sampling It automatically generates audit findings and recommendations It replaces the need for auditor judgment and experience

Correct Answer:

It allows testing of 100% of transactions rather than sampling

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