Which of the following is the BEST way for an organization to ensure timely categorization of information security incidents?

The correct answer is D. Perform periodic testing of the incident response plan. Periodic testing of the incident response plan ensures that the organization is prepared to categorize and respond to incidents in a timely manner. Testing helps validate the plan's effectiveness, improves staff readiness, and identifies areas needing improvement, ensuring…

Submitted by rachelw· Apr 18, 2026Information Security Incident Management

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Options

APerform a risk analysis of the incident response plan.
BConduct a business impact analysis (BIA).
CApply preventive and reactive controls.
DPerform periodic testing of the incident response plan.

How the community answered

(62 responses)

A
11% (7)
B
6% (4)
C
5% (3)
D
77% (48)

Explanation

Periodic testing of the incident response plan ensures that the organization is prepared to categorize and respond to incidents in a timely manner. Testing helps validate the plan's effectiveness, improves staff readiness, and identifies areas needing improvement, ensuring incidents are handled promptly and appropriately.

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#Incident Response Plan Testing#Incident Categorization#Incident Management Effectiveness#Timeliness

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