CERTIFIED-IN-CYBERSECURITY · Question #679
Why is it important to regularly test a disaster recovery plan?
The correct answer is A. To verify the effectiveness and readiness of the plan. The primary reason to test a disaster recovery plan (DRP) regularly is to verify that it actually works and that the organization is ready to execute it under real conditions (A). Testing reveals gaps, outdated procedures, or staff unfamiliarity before an actual disaster…
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Why is it important to regularly test a disaster recovery plan?
Options
- ATo verify the effectiveness and readiness of the plan
- BTo ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
- CTo prevent all future cyber incidents
- DTo identify potential vulnerabilities in the IT infrastructure
How the community answered
(30 responses)- A87% (26)
- B3% (1)
- C3% (1)
- D7% (2)
Explanation
The primary reason to test a disaster recovery plan (DRP) regularly is to verify that it actually works and that the organization is ready to execute it under real conditions (A). Testing reveals gaps, outdated procedures, or staff unfamiliarity before an actual disaster occurs. While compliance (B) and infrastructure vulnerability identification (D) may be secondary benefits, they are not the key purpose. Option C is incorrect because no plan can prevent all future incidents - DRPs are about recovery, not prevention.
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