712-50 practice question 22 of 35

Scenario: Your program is developed around minimizing risk to information by focusing on people, technology, and operations. An effective way to evaluate the effectiveness of an information security awareness program for end users, especially senior executives, is to conduct periodic:

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Answer options
A: Controlled spear phishing campaigns Correct answer
B: Password changes
C: Baselining of computer systems
D: Scanning for viruses
Correct Answer:
A. Controlled spear phishing campaigns
Explanation

 Evaluating Awareness Effectiveness Controlled spear phishing campaigns test the real-world application of security awareness training by simulating attacks. They measure users' susceptibility to phishing and provide insights into areas needing improvement.  Comparison of Options
B . Password changes: A routine IT practice, not an indicator of awareness program effectiveness.
C . Baselining computer systems: Focuses on system performance, not user awareness.
D . Scanning for viruses: Targets system vulnerabilities, not user behavior.  EC-Council Reference EC-Council promotes simulation exercises to measure awareness program effectiveness and ensure preparedness against social engineering.

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