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CSSLP · Question #204

Which of the following processes identifies the threats that can impact the business continuity of operations?

The correct answer is C. Business impact analysis. Business impact analysis (BIA) is the process that identifies critical business functions and the potential impact of disruptions on those operations, thereby uncovering threats to business continuity.

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Question

Which of the following processes identifies the threats that can impact the business continuity of operations?

Options

  • AFunction analysis
  • BRisk analysis
  • CBusiness impact analysis
  • DRequirement analysis

How the community answered

(32 responses)
  • A
    3% (1)
  • B
    3% (1)
  • C
    88% (28)
  • D
    6% (2)

Why each option

Business impact analysis (BIA) is the process that identifies critical business functions and the potential impact of disruptions on those operations, thereby uncovering threats to business continuity.

AFunction analysis

Function analysis focuses on the purpose and operation of a system or process, but it does not specifically identify threats to business continuity or analyze their impact.

BRisk analysis

Risk analysis is a broader process that identifies, assesses, and prioritizes risks, but BIA specifically focuses on the impact of disruptions on business operations and continuity.

CBusiness impact analysisCorrect

Business impact analysis (BIA) is a critical component of business continuity planning that identifies time-sensitive and critical business functions and processes. It assesses the potential financial and operational impacts of various disruptions, directly identifying threats to the continuity of operations.

DRequirement analysis

Requirement analysis is concerned with defining the needs and conditions for a new or modified product or system, not with identifying threats to existing business continuity.

Concept tested: Business continuity planning processes

Source: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/azure/architecture/guide/disaster-recovery/dr-checklist#business-impact-analysis

Topics

#Business Continuity#Business Impact Analysis#Threat Identification#Operations Security

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