Secondary Risk Glossary Definition

Term Secondary Risk
Definition

Secondary Risk is a new risk that arises as a result of a risk response.

Context & Usage

Teams should evaluate secondary risks before accepting a response strategy that appears helpful in isolation.

Risk owners and project teams use this concept when documenting uncertainty, choosing responses, escalating exposure, and reviewing whether risk actions are working.

Related concepts include Risk, Risk Register, Risk Owner, Issue, Opportunity and Contingency Plan.

Categories Cybersecurity, Compliance, and Access Management