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CRISC · Question #186

An organization has decided to implement a new Internet of Things (loT) solution. Which of the following should be done FIRST when addressing security concerns associated with this new technology?

The correct answer is A. Develop new loT risk scenarios. The first step when addressing security for a new technology like IoT is to develop new risk scenarios to understand the specific threats and vulnerabilities introduced.

Submitted by tyler.j· Apr 18, 2026IT Risk Assessment

Question

An organization has decided to implement a new Internet of Things (loT) solution. Which of the following should be done FIRST when addressing security concerns associated with this new technology?

Options

  • ADevelop new loT risk scenarios.
  • BImplement loT device monitoring software.
  • CIntroduce controls to the new threat environment.
  • DEngage external security reviews.

How the community answered

(35 responses)
  • A
    83% (29)
  • B
    3% (1)
  • C
    3% (1)
  • D
    11% (4)

Why each option

The first step when addressing security for a new technology like IoT is to develop new risk scenarios to understand the specific threats and vulnerabilities introduced.

ADevelop new loT risk scenarios.Correct

When introducing a new technology like IoT, the first step is to identify and develop new risk scenarios specific to that technology to understand the unique threats, vulnerabilities, and potential impacts before implementing any controls or monitoring.

BImplement loT device monitoring software.

Implementing IoT device monitoring software is a control measure that should follow an understanding of the specific risks identified during a risk assessment.

CIntroduce controls to the new threat environment.

Introducing controls without first comprehensively understanding the specific new threat environment and associated risks introduced by IoT can lead to ineffective or misdirected security efforts.

DEngage external security reviews.

Engaging external security reviews is a valuable step for validation or specialized expertise, but it typically occurs after initial internal risk identification and assessment have been performed.

Concept tested: Risk assessment initiation; New technology risk management

Source: https://nvlpubs.nist.gov/nistpubs/Legacy/SP/nistspecialpublication800-30r1.pdf

Topics

#IoT security#Risk identification#Risk assessment process#New technology risk

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