Introduction to Risk Mitigation
Risk mitigation is the process of implementing measures to reduce the potential impact or likelihood of identified cybersecurity risks. Effective mitigation strategies involve a combination of proactive and reactive actions, designed to protect an organization’s assets and ensure its operations continue securely. While it’s impossible to eliminate all risks, risk mitigation enables organizations to lower their risk profile to an acceptable level, balancing security needs with available resources.
The goal of risk mitigation is not only to prevent attacks but to ensure resilience by preparing for unforeseen events. A robust risk mitigation strategy includes layers of defense across technology, processes, and people, ensuring that security controls are comprehensive and well-coordinated.