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Likelihood of Occurrence

Likelihood of Occurrence: A weighted factor based on a subjective analysis of the probability that a g iven threat is capable of exploiting a given…

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A weighted factor based on a subjective analysis of the probability that a g iven threat is capable of exploiting a given vulnerability or a set of vulnerabilities.

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In Information Assurance risk analysis, a weighted factor based on a subjective analysis of the probability that a given threat is capable of exploiting a given vulnerability. (CNSSI-4009) v

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Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015
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The Cyber Glossary
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