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CRISC Practice Question: Which THREE of the following are typical…
Which THREE of the following are typical components of a risk scenario?
⚠ Common exam trap
Many exam-takers confuse the components of a risk scenario (threat source, vulnerability, impact) with the elements of risk analysis (probability, control effectiveness), leading them to incorrectly select Probability or Control as scenario components.
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Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
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Impact
Impact is a typical component of a risk scenario because it defines the magnitude of harm to assets or business objectives if a threat exploits a vulnerability. In IT risk assessment, impact is quantified in terms of financial loss, reputational damage, or operational disruption, and it directly influences risk level calculations. Without impact, a risk scenario would lack the consequence necessary for prioritization and decision-making.
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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Impact
Why this is correct
Describes the consequence of the event.
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Threat source
Why this is correct
Describes who or what causes the event.
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Probability
Why it's wrong here
Probability is a measurement, not a component.
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Vulnerability
Why this is correct
Describes the weakness exploited.
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Control
Why it's wrong here
Controls are risk treatments, not part of the scenario.
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