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SSCP Practice Question: Which TWO of the following are key components of…
Which TWO of the following are key components of a risk assessment process?
⚠ Common exam trap
ISC2 often tests the distinction between risk assessment (identifying assets, threats, and vulnerabilities) and risk management (selecting and implementing controls), so candidates mistakenly select control testing or risk treatment selection as part of the assessment process.
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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Asset identification
Asset identification (B) is a key component because you cannot assess risk without knowing what assets need protection. Threat identification (E) is also essential because risk is defined as the likelihood of a threat exploiting a vulnerability to cause harm to an asset. Together, asset and threat identification form the foundational inputs for calculating risk.
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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Control testing
Why it's wrong here
Control testing is part of monitoring, not assessment.
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Asset identification
Why this is correct
Assets must be identified to assess risk to them.
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Vulnerability identification
Why it's wrong here
Also part of assessment, but only two correct required.
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Risk treatment selection
Why it's wrong here
Treatment is after assessment.
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Threat identification
Why this is correct
Threats are identified to determine what can cause harm.
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