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A full backup involves copying all data to the backup storage location. It is the most comprehensive type of backup, which makes it the most time-consuming. This is because every file and folder is included in the backup, regardless of when it was last modified.

Incremental and differential backups are faster because they only copy data that has changed since the last backup. Incremental backups include data that has changed since the last incremental backup, while differential backups include data that has changed since the last full backup.

Offsite backups refer to the location where the backup is stored rather than the method of backup, so the time required can vary widely depending on the specific circumstances.

References: The information provided here is based on standard backup practices and principles, which are likely to be consistent with those found in ISACA’s Cybersecurity Audit resources. For specific references, please consult the ISACA Cybersecurity Audit Manual or related study guides12.

A cloud service provider is used to perform analytics on an organization’s sensitive data. A data leakage incident occurs in the service provider’s network. From a regulatory perspective, the organization is responsible for the data breach. This is because the organization is the data owner and has the ultimate accountability and liability for the security and privacy of its data, regardless of where it is stored or processed. The organization cannot transfer or delegate its responsibility to the service provider, even if there is a contractual agreement or service level agreement that specifies the security obligations of the service provider. The other options are not correct, because they either imply that the service provider is responsible (A), or that the responsibility depends on the nature of breach (B) or specific regulatory requirements C, which are not relevant factors.

The best practice to prevent misuse of administrative privileges is to have administrators use a separate non-privileged account for routine tasks that do not require administrative rights. This reduces the risk of accidental changes or security breaches that could occur if the administrator’s highly privileged account were compromised or misused during daily operations.

References = This control measure is aligned with the principle of least privilege and is commonly recommended in cybersecurity frameworks. While I cannot cite the Cybersecurity Audit Manual directly, similar guidelines are often included in cybersecurity literature and standards, including those from ISACA1. For specific references, please consult the ISACA Cybersecurity Audit resources.

The BEST method of maintaining the confidentiality of digital information is using access controls, file permissions, and encryption. This is because these techniques help to prevent unauthorized access, disclosure, or modification of digital information, by restricting who can access the information, what they can do with it, and how they can access it. The other options are not as effective as using access controls, file permissions, and encryption, because they either relate to protecting availability (B), integrity C, or awareness (D).