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Lesson 62 D1cD2eE5bE5cF1dF1e

IT systems risks

In this lesson, you'll explore the key IT systems risks that organisations face and understand why effective controls matter for your exam. You'll learn about cyber security threats including data breaches, insider threats, and system failures, as well as compliance and business continuity risks.

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In this lesson

  1. 0:00 IT Systems Security and Control Overview
  2. 0:30 IT System Risks and Cyber Threats
  3. 1:39 Compliance, Privacy and Business Continuity Risks
  4. 3:12 Importance of Information Systems Controls

About this lesson

The lesson covers how these risks impact business operations and why implementing strong IT controls—such as data security measures and access controls—is essential for protecting data integrity, ensuring regulatory compliance, and maintaining business continuity. This is core material for understanding the control environment in your studies.

Duration: 4m

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