Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) Practice Exam

What type of threats does the risk of loss include?

1. Only internal threats to assets

2. Only external threats like hacking

3. Both internal and external threats

4. Financial threats due to market conditions

The correct answer is: Both internal and external threats

The correct answer encompasses both internal and external threats because the risk of loss can arise from a variety of sources, affecting an organization's assets, processes, or data. Internal threats may include actions by employees or contractors, such as theft, fraud, or negligence, which could lead to a loss of assets or data. External threats encompass risks from outside the organization, such as hacking, cyberattacks, natural disasters, or supply chain disruptions. By considering both dimensions, organizations can better identify and evaluate potential threats, allowing them to implement comprehensive risk management strategies that address the full spectrum of vulnerabilities they may face. In contrast, focusing solely on internal or external threats limits the understanding of the overall risk landscape and potentially leaves significant vulnerabilities unaddressed. The inclusion of financial threats due to market conditions highlights a different aspect of risk, particularly in financial performance, but it does not encapsulate the complete view of threats to an organization's assets.