Chapter 5 – Managing the Test Activities
Risk Mitigation – ISTQB Definition
Last Updated: July 12, 2026 · SoftwareTestPilot QA Team
Official ISTQB Definition
The process through which decisions are reached and protective measures are implemented for reducing risks to, or maintaining risks within, specified levels.
In simple words
The actions you take to shrink a risk — extra testing, code review, redesign, insurance.
Exam tip
For product risks, mitigation is usually more/earlier/deeper testing.
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