Threat event: An instance in which a threat agent actively exploits a vulnerability, potentially causing damage or disruption to a system or network. This could be a cyber-attack like a denial of service, a phishing attempt, or a ransomware attack. Understanding potential threat events and their impact helps in designing preventative controls and effective response strategies.
Categories: CC D5: Security Operations | CCSP D4: Cloud Application Security | CISM D2: Information security risk management | CISSP D1: Security and Risk Management | Security+ D2: Threats Vulnerabilities and Mitigations | SSCP D3: Risk Identification Monitoring and Analysis
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