_________ equals the probability of a successful attack multiplied by the expected loss from a successful attack plus an element of uncertainty.
A) Loss magnitude
B) Risk
C) Loss frequency
D) Loss

Question

_________ equals the probability of a successful attack multiplied by the expected loss from a successful attack plus an element of uncertainty.
A) Loss magnitude
B) Risk 
C) Loss frequency
D) Loss

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The equation described in the question is the formula to calculate risk. Risk is a combination of the likelihood of a successful attack (probability) and the potential impact of that attack (expected loss), with an additional factor of uncertainty. Therefore, the correct answer is B, risk.

_________ Equals the Probability of a Successful Attack Multiplied by the Expected