Cyber-Risk Assessment of Security Parameters

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What is a key distinguishing factor of risk assessment in the context of cybersystems?

The ease of identifying and mitigating threats.

The potential for far-reaching impacts due to the global nature of cyberspace. (correct)

The lack of need for monitoring and surveillance.

The limited number of potential threat sources.

What is recommended as the starting point for cyber-risk assessment?

Listing all possible unintentional events.

Evaluating the effectiveness of existing security measures.

Focusing on the assets and how they can be harmed. (correct)

Identifying potential threat sources.

Which of the following is NOT recommended when assessing cyber risks?

Focusing on unintentional or accidental causes.

Asking what can go wrong and how.

Speculating on the motivations of potential threat actors. (correct)

Considering an unlimited number of potential scenarios.

What distinction is made in the monitoring and review of cyber risks?

Between risk monitoring and risk management monitoring. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a recommended approach when assessing cyber risks?

Speculating on the motivations of threat actors. Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended approach when assessing potential unintentional events in cyber-risk assessment?

Asking how something could happen unintentionally and what could be the cause. Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the risk management principles according to ISO 31000?

Risk management shall be part of organizational processes Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT part of the risk management process?

Risk avoidance Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of communication and consultation in risk management?

To provide, share, or obtain information regarding the management of risk Signup and view all the answers

How often is the risk assessment process typically conducted?

Regularly Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important for communication and consultation to be continuous?

It ensures stakeholders are kept informed and involved in the risk management process Signup and view all the answers

What is one recommended approach to ensure the effectiveness of communication and consultation?

Establishing a consultative team with defined responsibilities Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of communicating risk assessment results?

To support decision-making and improve risk understanding Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a step in the risk assessment process?

Risk monitoring Signup and view all the answers

What does the context establishment step in risk assessment involve?

Documenting the internal and external context relevant to the assessment Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT part of the external context considered in risk assessment?

Organizational policies Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of risk treatment in the risk assessment process?

To identify options for responding to risks Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about risk assessment is NOT true?

It is a one-time activity that occurs at the beginning of a project Signup and view all the answers