Exam CISM topic 1 question 819 discussion

Put it this way: A maturity assessment tells you HOW WELL you are doing. A risk assessment tells you WHETHER you have done the needed steps. You can implement steps in an inefficient way - but a mitigated risk is a mitigated risk. Hope this makes sense.

D - provides a broader evaluation of the entire information security program. It measures the program’s current state against predefined criteria or best practices, offering a comprehensive view of its effectiveness and coverage. This holistic approach is more suitable for demonstrating that the program provides appropriate coverage.

D. Security Risk Analysis. Security risk analysis assesses the organization's overall security posture by identifying and analyzing risks. It evaluates the effectiveness of security controls and their alignment with business objectives. A well-conducted security risk analysis provides a comprehensive view of the security program's coverage and its ability to address the organization's specific risks and threats. It is considered the most comprehensive and strategic method for demonstrating appropriate coverage.

C. Maturity assessment

a maturity assessment is the BEST way to demonstrate that an information security program provides appropriate coverage as the risk analysis feeds into the maturity assessment

C. Maturity assessment

a security risk analysis is the BEST method to demonstrate that an information security program provides appropriate coverage as it comprehensively assesses risks, vulnerabilities, and associated controls to ensure adequate protection of information assets.

??? C. maturity assessment - the best way to demonstrate that an information security program provides appropriate coverage. A security risk analysis is an assessment of the risks to an organization's information assets.