Eccouncil Exam 712-50 Topic 6 Question 67 Discussion

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Question #: 67
Topic #: 6

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What is the definition of Risk in Information Security?

ARisk = Probability x Impact

BRisk = Threat x Probability

CRisk = Financial Impact x Probability

DRisk = Impact x Threat

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Suggested Answer: D

by Dottie at Mar 22, 2023, 08:34 AM

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Alex

30 days ago

Hah, I bet the person who wrote option C has never actually worked in infosec. That's like, the most finance-bro definition of risk ever.

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Merilyn

1 months ago

I'm torn between A and B, but I think A is the way to go. Risk = Probability x Impact just has a nice ring to it, don't you think?

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Wynell

7 days ago

I think so too, it just makes sense when you think about it.

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Rickie

9 days ago

I agree, Risk = Probability x Impact does sound like the right formula.

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Alberto

1 months ago

I'm going with D. Risk = Impact x Threat. Seems more comprehensive than the other options. Although, I do like the simplicity of A.

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Twana

1 months ago

C'mon, seriously? Financial Impact x Probability? That's way too narrow for information security risk. Definitely going with A.

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Maryanne

12 days ago

I think B) Risk = Threat x Probability also makes sense in the context of information security.

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Vesta

13 days ago

I agree, A) Risk = Probability x Impact is the most comprehensive definition.

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Nobuko

1 months ago

Hmm, I was leaning towards B. Risk = Threat x Probability, but I can see how A makes more sense. Gotta remember that formula!

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Flo

24 days ago

User 3: Thanks for clarifying, Flo. I'll remember that formula for next time.

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Karima

28 days ago

User 2: Karima, actually A is the correct formula. Risk = Probability x Impact.

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Linn

1 months ago

User 1: I think B makes more sense. Risk = Threat x Probability.

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Carline

2 months ago

That makes sense, but I still think A) Risk = Probability x Impact is more accurate as it considers the likelihood and consequences of a risk event.

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Isadora

2 months ago

I disagree, I believe it is B) Risk = Threat x Probability because threats play a major role in determining risk.

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Carline

2 months ago

I think the definition of Risk in Information Security is A) Risk = Probability x Impact.

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Daisy

2 months ago

I think the correct answer is A. Risk = Probability x Impact. This aligns with the standard definition of risk in information security.

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Kristeen

11 days ago

Yes, A) Risk = Probability x Impact is the formula commonly used to calculate risk in information security.

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Crista

14 days ago

I think you're right, A) Risk = Probability x Impact is the most accurate definition.

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Millie

17 days ago

That makes sense, it's important to consider both probability and impact when assessing risk.

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Mitzie

2 months ago

I agree, A) Risk = Probability x Impact is the correct answer.

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