CRISC IT Risk Assessment Practice Question
A risk manager is prioritizing risks based on their inherent risk scores. Which of the following factors should be considered when prioritizing treatment actions?
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The cost-benefit analysis of controls
Prioritization should consider the risk level and the cost-benefit of controls to ensure efficient use of resources.
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The cost-benefit analysis of controls
Why this is correct
Cost-benefit analysis helps determine which controls provide the best risk reduction for the cost.
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The residual risk after controls
Why it's wrong here
Residual risk is important but prioritization often starts with inherent risk and then considers cost-benefit.
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Only the inherent risk score
Why it's wrong here
While important, other factors like control cost and benefit are also key.
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The likelihood of control failure
Why it's wrong here
This is part of control effectiveness assessment, not primary prioritization factor.
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