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Actual exam question from IAPP's CIPT
Question #: 193
Topic #: 1
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Which of the following best describes a network threat model and its uses?

  • A. It is used in software development to detect programming errors
  • B. It is a risk-based model used to calculate the probabilities of risks identified during vulnerability tests
  • C. It helps assess the probability, the potential harm, and the priority of attacks to help minimize or eradicate the threats
  • D. It combines the results of vulnerability and penetration tests to provide useful insights into the network's overall threat and security posture
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Suggested Answer: C 🗳️

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Ssourav
3 months, 2 weeks ago
Selected Answer: C
The correct answer is **C. It helps assess the probability, the potential harm, and the priority of attacks to help minimize or eradicate the threats**. A network threat model is used to identify, assess, and prioritize potential threats to a network. By understanding the likelihood of different types of attacks and the potential impact they could have, the model helps organizations develop strategies to mitigate or eliminate these threats, thereby improving their overall security posture.
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