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CRISC · Question #277

Which of the following is MOST useful for measuring the existing risk management process against a desired state?

The correct answer is C. Capability maturity model. A Capability Maturity Model (CMM) is most useful for measuring the existing risk management process against a desired state by providing a structured framework for assessment and improvement.

Submitted by obi.ng· Apr 18, 2026Governance

Question

Which of the following is MOST useful for measuring the existing risk management process against a desired state?

Options

  • ABalanced scorecard
  • BRisk management framework
  • CCapability maturity model
  • DRisk scenario analysis

How the community answered

(24 responses)
  • A
    4% (1)
  • C
    92% (22)
  • D
    4% (1)

Why each option

A Capability Maturity Model (CMM) is most useful for measuring the existing risk management process against a desired state by providing a structured framework for assessment and improvement.

ABalanced scorecard

A balanced scorecard measures performance across multiple perspectives (e.g., financial, customer) but is not specifically designed for assessing process maturity against an ideal state.

BRisk management framework

A risk management framework provides the structure and guidelines for risk management, but it serves as the standard or blueprint, not the tool for measuring process maturity itself.

CCapability maturity modelCorrect

A Capability Maturity Model (CMM) provides a structured approach to assess the maturity of an organization's processes, including risk management, against a set of predefined levels. It helps identify gaps between the current state and a desired, more mature state, guiding targeted improvements in the process.

DRisk scenario analysis

Risk scenario analysis focuses on understanding potential risk events and their impact, not on assessing the maturity or effectiveness of the risk management process itself.

Concept tested: Risk management process maturity assessment, CMM

Source: https://www.nist.gov/cyberframework/online-learning/five-functions/identify/risk-management-strategy

Topics

#Process Maturity#Capability Maturity Model#Risk Management Process#Process Assessment

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