How Do You Conduct a Cyber Security Risk Assessment?
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1. Identify the systems and data you need to assess: Gather information and documents related to the organization’s IT infrastructure and determine the scope of the assessment.
2. Determine the level of risk: Evaluate the potential threats, vulnerabilities and impacts of each system, and assess the likelihood of those threats impacting your organization.
3. Assess the security measures in place: Review the organization’s existing security controls and determine their effectiveness.
4. Develop a risk mitigation plan: Prioritize the security risks and develop a plan to mitigate the identified risks.
5. Monitor and update the risk assessment: Regularly review and update the risk assessment to ensure that systems and data are protected against new threats.