Exam 712-50 topic 1 question 36 discussion

Asset classification involves categorizing assets based on their importance, value, sensitivity, and the impact of their loss or compromise. Proper classification helps in determining the level of protection required for each asset. This is crucial because it directly impacts how the organization treats (or responds to) various risks, including the selection of security controls, risk mitigation strategies, and the prioritization of resources. Why not the other options? A. Threat identification: While asset classification helps to prioritize which assets may be more attractive to attackers, it doesn't directly affect the identification of threats. Threat identification is more focused on understanding potential adversaries and attack vectors.

The asset determine the threats it is subject to. That is the very first step

Asst classification or categorization determines the CIA needs. Risk Treatment will be affected by it due to controls should be aligned to these needs, however is more important for threat identification since these are the once that will determine if risk is be treated or accepted (criteria). Besides, treatment can have other options than mitigation, where CIA needs are not relevant

B is correct, because Asset classification is important in the risk management process because it will impact the overall risk treatment. Asset classification involves identifying and categorizing assets based on their value, criticality, sensitivity, and other relevant factors. This classification helps determine the appropriate level of protection and resources that should be allocated to each asset. Based on the classification of assets, the organization can determine the appropriate risk treatment strategy, which may include risk avoidance, risk mitigation, risk transfer, or risk acceptance.

Assets must be classified to identify potential threats not to prepare for a remediation plan.