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Cost–benefit analysis compares the poten-
tial results of specific countermeasures
for reducing or mitigating threats against
specific assets.
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ABRA uses the process of defense-in-depth,
also known as layers of defense, as a means
to gauge the value of protection afforded
each asset.
The cost–benefit analysis is based on cost Defense-in-depth assumes that each lay-
versus reduction in vulnerability and er of defense provides an opportunity
risk.
to deter, detect, delay, or prevent ag-
Defense-in-Depth
gressors from reaching their ultimate
goal.
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