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What is the process of identifying and controlling risks facing an organization called?
What is the process of identifying and controlling risks facing an organization called?
What does risk identification involve?
What does risk identification involve?
Examining an organization's current information technology security situation.
What is the primary purpose of risk control?
What is the primary purpose of risk control?
Applying controls to reduce risks to an organization's data and information systems.
What is the Security Systems Development Life Cycle (SecSDLC)?
What is the Security Systems Development Life Cycle (SecSDLC)?
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What does it mean to 'know yourself' in the context of risk management?
What does it mean to 'know yourself' in the context of risk management?
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What is the responsibility of communities of interest?
What is the responsibility of communities of interest?
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What is the first step in the risk identification process?
What is the first step in the risk identification process?
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What elements are involved in asset identification?
What elements are involved in asset identification?
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An iterative process begins with the identification of assets, including all elements of an organization's system (people, procedures, data, software, hardware, networking) called _____ identification.
An iterative process begins with the identification of assets, including all elements of an organization's system (people, procedures, data, software, hardware, networking) called _____ identification.
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Match the following with their correct definitions:
Match the following with their correct definitions:
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What does the U.S. Military Classification Scheme consist of?
What does the U.S. Military Classification Scheme consist of?
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Study Notes
Risk Management Concepts
- Risk Management: Involves identifying and controlling risks that organizations face.
- Risk Identification: Examines current information technology security situations to pinpoint risks.
- Risk Control: Implements controls designed to reduce risks to data and information systems.
Security Systems Development Life Cycle (SecSDLC)
- SecSDLC: A flexible process framework aiding in deploying information security initiatives.
Understanding Risks
- Know Yourself: Focuses on identifying and understanding the existing information and systems.
- Know the Enemy: Recognizes and analyzes the threats to the organization.
Community Responsibilities
- Communities of Interest: Evaluate risk controls, determine cost-effective control options, acquire or install controls, and ensure their ongoing effectiveness.
Process of Risk Identification
- Risk Identification Components: Involves people, procedures, data, software, and hardware.
- Asset Management: Begins with identifying and classifying organizational assets and prioritizing each asset's risks.
Planning the Process
- Organize the Team: First step involves assembling a team representing all affected groups and planning the process through periodic deliverables and management presentations.
Asset Identification
- Iterative Process: Identifies assets, classifies them, and ensures comprehensive inventory including people, procedures, data, software, hardware, and networks.
- Challenges of Identification: Human resources, documentation, and data information assets are notably more difficult to identify.
Important Asset Attributes
- People: Address position name/number/ID, supervisor, security clearance level, and special skills.
- Procedures: Include descriptions, purposes, related elements, and storage locations.
- Data: Details such as classification, ownership, size, structure, location, and backup procedures are critical.
Hardware, Software, and Network Identification
- Needs Assessment: Focused on organizational requirements and risk management preferences.
- Asset Attributes: Important attributes include name, IP and MAC addresses, serial number, manufacturer, model, software version, and location.
Data Classification
- Classification Schemes: Utilized by corporate and military sectors with reviewed responsibilities by information owners.
- U.S. Military Classification Scheme: Features five levels—Unclassified, Sensitive But Unclassified, Confidential, Secret, and Top Secret.
Security Clearance Management
- Security Clearances: Defined levels of access are assigned to data users, necessitating need-to-know compliance prior to data access, alongside management protocols for classified data handling.
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Test your knowledge on key concepts in risk management from ICS 133 Chapter 4. This quiz covers important terms such as risk identification and risk control, essential for understanding organizational security. Perfect for students looking to enhance their comprehension of IT security processes.
