Exam CISA topic 1 question 491 discussion

While incident monitoring logs (option D) are important for reviewing actual monitoring activities and detecting security incidents, they provide specific data points rather than a holistic view of the network infrastructure. Network topology diagrams offer a foundational understanding of the network environment, which is essential for evaluating the effectiveness of network monitoring controls. Therefore, they are typically the MOST important aspect for an IS auditor to review when evaluating the design of controls related to network monitoring.

These logs can reveal whether incidents are being detected and responded to in a timely and effective manner.

Incident monitoring logs offer a direct window into the design and effectiveness of network monitoring controls. They reveal how the system is configured to detect and record security incidents on the network. D. Incident monitoring logs

A. Network topology diagrams The first step in assessing network monitoring controls should be the review of the adequacy of network documentation, specifically topology diagrams. If this information is not up to date, then monitoring processes and the ability to diagnose problems will not be effective.

A. Network Topology Diagrams The first step in assessing network monitoring controls should be the review of the adequacy of network documentation, specifically topology diagrams. If this information is not up to date, then monitoring processes and the ability to diagnose problems will not be effective.

A. Network Topology Diagrams

B is the correct answer here