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CRISC Maintains a risk register Practice Question
An organization maintains a risk register. Which of the following updates should be made on an ongoing basis?
⚠ Common exam trap
Many candidates assume risk registers are updated only during formal assessment cycles, but the CRISC exam emphasizes that risk management is a continuous process requiring real-time updates as new risks are identified.
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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Continuously add new risks as they are identified
A risk register is a living document that must be updated continuously to reflect the current threat landscape. New risks can emerge from changes in technology, business processes, or external threats, and failing to capture them promptly leaves the organization exposed to unmitigated vulnerabilities.
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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Continuously add new risks as they are identified
Why this is correct
An effective risk register is a living document updated whenever new risks arise.
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Update controls only when an incident occurs
Why it's wrong here
Proactive updates to controls can prevent incidents.
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Revise risk levels only after an internal audit
Why it's wrong here
Risk levels should be reviewed when factors change, not just after audits.
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Update the register only during the annual risk assessment
Why it's wrong here
Risks can emerge at any time; periodic updates only may miss changes.
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