What is Cybersecurity Risk?
Cybersecurity risk is the possibility that a cyber threat will exploit a vulnerability in an organization’s information systems, resulting in a negative outcome. This could be an attack on the organization’s network, a data breach, or a system failure that compromises the confidentiality, integrity, or availability of digital assets. The risk is assessed by considering both the likelihood of an event occurring and the potential impact if it were to occur.
The concept of cybersecurity risk extends beyond mere technical factors, involving the entire ecosystem of people, processes, and technologies. It reflects the vulnerabilities in both the digital infrastructure and the potential threats that could exploit them. Cybersecurity risk management, therefore, is critical for organizations to safeguard their assets and ensure operational continuity in the face of increasing cyber threats.