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SSCP Practice Question: A company's risk management policy states that…
A company's risk management policy states that all risks with a residual risk score of 8 or higher (on a scale of 1-10) must be treated. A risk is identified with an inherent risk score of 9, and after applying controls, the residual risk score is 7. What is the appropriate action?
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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.
Correct answer & explanation
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Formally accept the residual risk
The residual risk score of 7 is below the policy threshold of 8, so formal acceptance is appropriate. Option B is wrong because additional controls are not required since the risk is already at an acceptable level. Option C is wrong because risk transfer (insurance) is a treatment option but not necessary when residual risk is within acceptable limits. Option D is wrong because the inherent risk score was already assessed; reassessment is not needed.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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Formally accept the residual risk
Why this is correct
Since residual risk is 7 (<8), it can be accepted.
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Apply additional controls to reduce the risk further
Why it's wrong here
Not required if risk is already below threshold.
- ✗
Purchase cyber insurance to transfer the risk
Why it's wrong here
Insurance is a risk transfer, but acceptance is appropriate here.
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Reassess the inherent risk score
Why it's wrong here
Inherent risk was already assessed; reassessment not needed.
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