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CRISC Practice Question: After a risk assessment, the risk owner decides…
After a risk assessment, the risk owner decides to mitigate a high-risk finding by implementing additional access controls. What should the risk manager do NEXT?
⚠ Common exam trap
Many exam-takers confuse the order of risk management steps, assuming the risk register update (Option A) is the immediate next action, when in fact the residual risk reassessment must occur first to ensure the mitigation was effective.
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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Reassess the residual risk level after controls are implemented.
After mitigation controls are implemented, the risk manager must reassess the residual risk level to determine whether the controls have effectively reduced the risk to an acceptable level. This step ensures that the risk treatment decision is validated and that any remaining exposure is understood before updating the risk register or closing the issue.
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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Update the risk register with the mitigation actions taken.
Why it's wrong here
Updating the register is important but not the immediate next step.
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Accept the residual risk on behalf of the organization.
Why it's wrong here
Residual risk acceptance is the risk owner's responsibility.
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Reassess the residual risk level after controls are implemented.
Why this is correct
Ensures the mitigation is effective and risk is within tolerance.
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Close the risk issue and move to the next priority.
Why it's wrong here
Closing without verification is premature.
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