Threat, Risk, and Vulnerability Assessments

What Is a TRVA?

A Threat, Risk, and Vulnerability Assessment (TRVA) evaluates your organization's exposure to cyber and physical threats. By identifying vulnerabilities and assigning risk levels based on likelihood and impact, TRVAs help prioritize mitigation strategies and strengthen your overall security posture.

Key Takeaways:

  • Evaluates digital and physical threats to your organization

  • Assigns risk scores based on potential impact and probability

  • Identifies vulnerabilities and provides tailored remediation steps

  • Can be performed using minimal prior knowledge (black/grey box)

  • Works best when paired with penetration testing or red team exercises

What’s Included:

FAQ:

Risk assessment matrix showing levels from low to critical based on likelihood and impact

  • Threat modeling (based on known or discovered threats)

  • Risk scoring methodology (quantitative or qualitative)

  • Vulnerability discovery across systems, assets, and environments

  • Detailed mitigation plan with prioritized action items

  • Optional collaboration with your internal security team or vendors

  • A TRVA identifies and assesses threats and weaknesses broadly, while a penetration test simulates real-world attacks to exploit specific vulnerabilities.

  • At least annually or after major organizational or infrastructure changes.

  • Yes. TRVAs can assess access controls, surveillance, and physical infrastructure along with digital systems.