System Threat Analysis

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Threat analysis is the examination of threat sources against system vulnerabilities to determine the threats for a particular system in a particular operational environment.

The following answers are incorrect: Risk analysis is the process of identifying the risks to system security and determining the probability of occurrence, the resulting impact, and the additional safeguards that mitigate this impact.

Risk analysis is synonymous with risk assessment and part of risk management, which is the ongoing process of assessing the risk to mission/business as part of a risk-based approach used to determine adequate security for a system by analyzing the threats and vulnerabilities and selecting appropriate, cost-effective controls to achieve and maintain an acceptable level or risk.

Due Diligence is identifying possible risks that could affect a company based on best practices and standards.

Reference(s) used for this question: STONEBURNER, Gary & al, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), NIST Special Publication 800-27, Engineering Principles for Information Technology Security (A Baseline for Achieving Security), June 2001 (page B-3).

The process of examining the various threat sources against system vulnerabilities to identify the potential threats for a particular system in a particular operational environment is called Threat Analysis.

Threat Analysis is a critical component of risk management, which is the process of identifying, assessing, and prioritizing risks to an organization's assets or resources. The primary objective of threat analysis is to identify the various potential threats to a system, evaluate the likelihood of those threats occurring, and assess the potential impact of those threats on the system and its operations.

In the context of information security, Threat Analysis typically involves identifying the various threat actors who may be targeting the system, the potential attack vectors they may use, and the vulnerabilities in the system that they may exploit. This information can be used to develop appropriate countermeasures and risk mitigation strategies to prevent or mitigate the impact of potential security breaches.

Some common techniques used in Threat Analysis include vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and security audits. These techniques can help identify weaknesses in the system and assess the likelihood of successful attacks from various threat sources.

In summary, Threat Analysis is a critical component of risk management, and it involves examining the various threat sources against system vulnerabilities to identify potential threats to a particular system in a particular operational environment.