Disaster Recovery — CISSP Practice Questions
Disaster recovery (DR) in the CISSP framework refers to the technical plans and procedures for restoring IT systems, applications, and data after a disruptive event such as a natural disaster, cyberattack, or equipment failure. The exam tests understanding of recovery strategies, backup types and schedules, alternate site options (hot, warm, cold), and the metrics that govern recovery objectives. Candidates must know how DR plans are developed, tested, and maintained, and understand that DR is a subset of the broader business continuity program. Regular testing, including tabletop exercises and full failover tests, is emphasized as essential to ensuring plans will actually work when needed.
Free questions on disaster recovery
What is the purpose of a Disaster Recovery (DR) plan?
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