CISM Certified Information Security Manager – Question1351 - CISM Certified Information Security Manager

Which of the following is the BEST way to verify that all critical production servers are utilizing up-to- date virus signature files?

A. Verify the date that signature files were last pushed out
B. Use a recently identified benign virus to test if it is quarantined
C. Research the most recent signature file and compare to the console
D. Check a sample of servers that the signature files are current

Correct Answer: D

Explanation:

Explanation:
The only accurate way to check the signature files is to look at a sample of servers. The fact that an update was pushed out to a server does not guarantee that it was properly loaded onto that server. Checking the vendor information to the management console would still not be indicative as to whether the file was properly loaded on the server. Personnel should never release a virus, no matter how benign.