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# [What is a Risk Assessment in Cyber Security?](https://www.cybersaint.io/cyber-risk/cyber-risk-assessment/glossary/what-is-a-risk-assessment-in-cyber-security)

 Written by [David Quaid](https://www.cybersaint.io/cyber-risk/cyber-risk-assessment/glossary/author/david-quaid) | Mar 4, 2024 9:38:51 PM

A risk assessment in cybersecurity is a systematic process of identifying, analyzing, and evaluating potential threats, vulnerabilities, and the potential impact of those threats on an organization's information systems and data. The primary goal of a [cyber risk assessment](https://www.cybersaint.io/blog/conducting-a-cyber-risk-assessment-a-step-by-step-guide) is to determine the level of risk an organization faces and develop strategies to mitigate or manage those risks effectively.

Cyber risk assessments and [cyber risk quantification](https://www.cybersaint.io/blog/selecting-the-right-cyber-risk-quantification-model) help leaders make cyber-informed decisions about resourcing and investing in cybersecurity measures. Risk assessments are also essential for regulatory compliance and demonstrating due diligence.

[Return to Cyber Risk Assessment Glossary Here](https://www.cybersaint.io/cyber-risk/cyber-risk-assessment/glossary)

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