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CRISC · Question #579

Which of the following BEST enables an organization to address new risk associated with an Internet of Things (IoT) solution?

The correct answer is B. Introducing control procedures early in the life cycle. The most effective way to address new risks from IoT solutions is by integrating control procedures into the solution's design and development during the earliest stages of its lifecycle.

Submitted by ashley.k· Apr 18, 2026Risk Response and Reporting

Question

Which of the following BEST enables an organization to address new risk associated with an Internet of Things (IoT) solution?

Options

  • ATransferring the risk
  • BIntroducing control procedures early in the life cycle
  • CUpdating the risk tolerance to include the new risk
  • DImplementing IoT device monitoring software

How the community answered

(60 responses)
  • A
    15% (9)
  • B
    72% (43)
  • C
    8% (5)
  • D
    5% (3)

Why each option

The most effective way to address new risks from IoT solutions is by integrating control procedures into the solution's design and development during the earliest stages of its lifecycle.

ATransferring the risk

Transferring risk (e.g., via insurance) is a risk treatment option, but it doesn't address the technical risks or vulnerabilities of the IoT solution itself.

BIntroducing control procedures early in the life cycleCorrect

Integrating security controls and procedures early in the IoT solution's lifecycle (e.g., during design and development) ensures that security is 'built-in' rather than 'bolted-on.' This approach is more cost-effective, reduces vulnerabilities from the start, and makes the system inherently more resilient to the unique and diverse risks associated with IoT.

CUpdating the risk tolerance to include the new risk

Updating risk tolerance simply accepts a higher level of risk; it does not address or mitigate the new risks associated with the IoT solution.

DImplementing IoT device monitoring software

Implementing IoT device monitoring software is a control, but it's reactive or post-deployment. Building controls in early is a more comprehensive and proactive approach to addressing new risks.

Concept tested: IoT risk management strategy

Source: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/iot/iot-security-architecture

Topics

#IoT Risk Management#Control Implementation#Security by Design#Proactive Risk Management

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