A company is evaluating potential vulnerabilities within its network systems to prioritize security enhancements. Which of the following would be the BEST method to assess the risks associated with these vulnerabilities?
Conduct a comprehensive risk assessment of the network.
Update the existing security policies and protocols.
Monitor user behavior and network activity for anomalies.
Perform penetration testing on the company’s systems.
Conducting a risk assessment involves identifying potential threats and vulnerabilities and then analyzing the probable impact and likelihood of these risks occurring. This process includes evaluating both internal and external threats, thus providing a comprehensive view of security priorities that can guide security enhancements effectively. While penetration testing, monitoring user behavior, and implementing new security policies are important, they do not provide a broad assessment of potential vulnerabilities like a risk assessment does.
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