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CISSP-ISSMP · Question #65

Which of the following statements best describes the consequences of the disaster recovery plan test?

The correct answer is A. If no deficiencies were found during the test, then the test was probably flawed.. In DR planning, a test that reveals zero deficiencies is a red flag about the test itself, not proof of a perfect plan. Real-world environments are complex and plans always have gaps; a well-designed, rigorous test should uncover at least some issues. If nothing is found, the tes

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Question

Which of the following statements best describes the consequences of the disaster recovery plan test?

Options

  • AIf no deficiencies were found during the test, then the test was probably flawed.
  • BThe plan should not be changed no matter what the results of the test would be.
  • CThe results of the test should be kept secret.
  • DIf no deficiencies were found during the test, then the plan is probably perfect.

How the community answered

(19 responses)
  • A
    74% (14)
  • B
    5% (1)
  • C
    16% (3)
  • D
    5% (1)

Explanation

In DR planning, a test that reveals zero deficiencies is a red flag about the test itself, not proof of a perfect plan. Real-world environments are complex and plans always have gaps; a well-designed, rigorous test should uncover at least some issues. If nothing is found, the test scope, assumptions, or execution were likely inadequate. DR plans must be updated based on test results (eliminating option B), results should be shared with stakeholders (eliminating option C), and no plan is ever truly 'perfect' (eliminating option D).

Topics

#Disaster Recovery Planning (DRP)#DRP Testing#Continuous Improvement#Test Effectiveness

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