Multiple choice technology security

What is risk ?

  1. The potential for loss, damage or destruction of an asset as a result of a threat exploiting a vulnerability

  2. Anything that can exploit a vulnerability, intentionally or accidentally, and obtain, damage, or destroy an asset

  3. Weaknesses or gaps in a security program that can be exploited by threats to gain unauthorized access to an asset

  4. All of the above

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A Correct answer
Explanation

Risk is the potential for loss, damage, or destruction when a threat exploits a vulnerability. Option B describes threat, Option C describes vulnerability - these are distinct but related security concepts.