CISM Information Security Risk Management Practice Question
Network Topology
Based on the exhibit, which risk should be addressed first if the organization has limited resources?
⚠ Common exam trap
ISACA often tests the misconception that all high-impact risks should be addressed first regardless of likelihood, but the correct approach is to consider both likelihood and impact together to determine the overall risk priority.
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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R001
R001 should be addressed first because it has the highest risk level, as indicated by its placement in the top-right quadrant of the risk heat map (high likelihood and high impact). With limited resources, the organization must prioritize risks that pose the greatest potential damage and are most likely to occur, which aligns with the foundational risk management principle of treating high-priority risks first.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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R001
Why this is correct
R001 has the highest risk level (12).
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R002
Why it's wrong here
R002 has risk level 5, which is the lowest.
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R003
Why it's wrong here
R003 has risk level 8.
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R004
Why it's wrong here
R004 has risk level 9.
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