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Which of the following plans is a comprehensive statement of consistent actions to be taken before, during, and after a disruptive event that causes a significant loss of information systems resources

The correct answer is C. Disaster recovery plan. A disaster recovery plan (DRP) is a detailed strategy outlining the steps an organization will take to recover its information systems resources after a significant disruptive event.

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Question

Which of the following plans is a comprehensive statement of consistent actions to be taken before, during, and after a disruptive event that causes a significant loss of information systems resources?

Options

  • AContingency plan
  • BContinuity of Operations plan
  • CDisaster recovery plan
  • DBusiness Continuity plan

How the community answered

(54 responses)
  • A
    2% (1)
  • B
    4% (2)
  • C
    87% (47)
  • D
    7% (4)

Why each option

A disaster recovery plan (DRP) is a detailed strategy outlining the steps an organization will take to recover its information systems resources after a significant disruptive event.

AContingency plan

A contingency plan is a broader term for preparing for unexpected events and may not exclusively focus on the recovery of information systems.

BContinuity of Operations plan

A Continuity of Operations plan (COOP) focuses on maintaining an organization's essential functions during a wide range of emergencies, which is broader than just IT system recovery.

CDisaster recovery planCorrect

A disaster recovery plan (DRP) specifically focuses on the recovery of information technology systems and infrastructure after a major disaster, addressing the loss of 'information systems resources' as described.

DBusiness Continuity plan

A Business Continuity plan (BCP) is a high-level plan that ensures the continuation of critical business functions, which encompasses DRP but is not as specific to the 'loss of information systems resources'.

Concept tested: Disaster Recovery Plan definition

Source: https://csrc.nist.gov/publications/detail/sp/800-34/rev-1/final

Topics

#Disaster Recovery#IT Systems Recovery#Business Continuity Planning#Operational Resilience

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