Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) — Question 1137

Which of the following would be the result of a significant increase in the motivation of a malicious threat actor?

Answer options

• A. Increase in risk event likelihood
• B. Increase in mitigating control costs
• C. Increase in risk event impact
• D. Increase in cybersecurity premiums

Correct answer: A

Explanation

An increase in the motivation of a malicious threat actor would likely lead to a higher likelihood of risk events occurring, as they may be more determined and resourceful in executing their attacks. The other options, while related to risk management, do not directly correlate with the motivation of the threat actor in terms of frequency of attacks.