Advanced – Security Testing
Threat Modeling – ISTQB Definition
Last Updated: July 12, 2026 · SoftwareTestPilot QA Team
Official ISTQB Definition
A structured approach to identifying, quantifying, and addressing the security risks associated with an application.
In simple words
Sit down early and map what could go wrong and who might attack.
Exam tip
STRIDE and PASTA are two common threat-modeling frameworks.
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