CompTIA Security+ (SY0-501) — Question 780

Which of the following BEST explains `likelihood of occurrence`?

Answer options

• A. The chance that an event will happen regardless of how much damage it may cause
• B. The overall impact to the organization once all factors have been considered
• C. The potential for a system to have a weakness or flaw that might be exploited
• D. The probability that a threat actor will target and attempt to exploit an organization's systems

Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer, D, accurately defines 'likelihood of occurrence' as it focuses on the probability of an attack by a threat actor. Option A is incorrect as it does not consider the targeted nature of the event, while B refers to impact rather than likelihood, and C discusses vulnerabilities rather than the probability of an attack occurring.