What is the potential consequence of not allowing enough time for thorough system testing during an assessment?

Insufficient time for thorough system testing during an assessment can lead to misidentifying high-risk vulnerabilities. When testing is rushed, examiners may overlook or fail to detect significant vulnerabilities that could pose serious risks to the organization. High-risk vulnerabilities require careful analysis and understanding of the system’s architecture and potential failure points. Comprehensive testing typically involves not just automated scans but also manual review, cross-referencing findings, and validating results. If time constraints limit this thoroughness, the assessment may project a false sense of security, leaving critical vulnerabilities unaddressed, which could ultimately lead to security breaches or data leaks. Hence, ensuring adequate time for testing is crucial to accurately identifying and addressing the security posture of the system.