ISC2 CC Security Principles Practice Question
Which of the following best describes a vulnerability in the context of risk management?
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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A weakness that can be exploited
A vulnerability is a weakness that can be exploited by a threat to cause harm.
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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A potential cause of an unwanted incident
Why it's wrong here
That is a threat.
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The likelihood of a threat exploiting a weakness
Why it's wrong here
That is risk.
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A measure that reduces risk
Why it's wrong here
That is a control.
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A weakness that can be exploited
Why this is correct
Correct. A vulnerability is a weakness.
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Risk Management and Security Controls
Key term
Risk
Risk is the possibility that an event or action will negatively affect an organization's ability to achieve its goals, often measured in terms of likelihood and impact.
Key term
Vulnerability
A vulnerability is a weakness in a system, network, or software that could be exploited by a threat to cause harm or unauthorized access.
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