What’s New in CRISC 2025?

Are you ready to navigate the ever-evolving world of IT risk management in 2025? The Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) certification just got a major refresh, and it is packed with updates that every cybersecurity and risk professional should know. Why the update? Because the risk landscape is changing faster than ever, think AI breakthroughs, quantum computing threats, Zero Trust architectures, and increasing regulatory pressures. In response, ISACA rolled out a 2025 Job Practice Update to keep the certification in sync with reality.

Why Did ISACA Update CRISC in 2025?

In a word: evolution. Technology and threats have evolved dramatically in recent years. Consider the rise of AI-driven attacks, the looming impact of quantum computing on encryption, and new regulations cropping up worldwide. “Risk and privacy professionals each have a complex set of responsibilities in their roles, which continue to change as technologies and regulations evolve,” notes Kim Cohen, ISACA’s VP of Credentialing. ISACA typically updates its certification “job practice areas” every 4-5 years to reflect such shifts, and 2025 was CRISC’s turn. The goal is to ensure that CRISC-certified professionals are tested on the current and emerging focus areas of IT risk management, not the practices of the past.

What’s New in CRISC 2025?

How Has the CRISC Exam Content Outline Changed?

First, the four CRISC domains remain the same, but their weightings have shifted slightly to prioritize risk assessment. Starting in November 2025, the CRISC exam domain distribution is as follows:

Old vs. New CRISC Domain Weightage

CRISC Exam Domain	Old Exam Weightage	New Exam Weightage
Domain 1: Governance	26%	26%
Domain 2: Risk Assessment	20%	22%
Domain 3: Risk Response and Reporting	32%	32%
Domain 4: Technology and Security	22%	20%

Risk Assessment (Domain 2) gets a slightly bigger piece of the pie in 2025, while Technology and Security (Domain 4) is trimmed a little. This tweak makes sense; with emerging threats multiplying, evaluating risks deserves more attention. But do not worry, Governance and Risk Response still dominates a combined ~58% of the exam, so those fundamentals remain critical.

What New Topics are Included in the CRISC 2025 Syllabus?

Here’s where it gets exciting. The content within each domain has been refreshed to include cutting-edge topics and clearer organization:

• Artificial Intelligence and Large Language Models (LLMs): CRISC 2025 explicitly covers AI-related risks. In Domain 2 (Risk Assessment), new subsections delve into how Large Language Models and AI can introduce vulnerabilities. From AI-driven decision-making to ChatGPT-style systems, candidates need to understand the threats and misuse scenarios these technologies pose. There is even expanded discussion on AI in Domain 4’s emerging technologies section, including non-technical risks like ethics and human rights. In short, CRISC now prepares you to manage the risks of AI, including both technical vulnerabilities and ethical challenges.
• Quantum Computing Threats: Another futuristic addition: quantum computing has entered the chat. The updated syllabus introduces quantum computing as a potential source of vulnerabilities. Why? Because quantum tech can disrupt current cryptography and security models. CRISC-certified professionals will be expected to grasp the basics of quantum risks and how to future-proof risk strategies. It is forward-looking content that shows ISACA wants you ready for tomorrow’s threats today.
• Zero Trust Architecture: If you have been following security trends, you know Zero Trust is a big deal. In Domain 4, the CRISC material now explicitly includes Zero Trust Architecture under operations management. Candidates should understand Zero Trust principles (never assume trust, always verify) and how implementing Zero Trust impacts risk. This aligns CRISC with modern cybersecurity frameworks where perimeter-based security is old news and continuous verification is key.
• Technology Resilience and Disaster Recovery: Resilience is not just a buzzword; it is a necessity. The new CRISC content puts a strong focus on organizational and technological resilience. In fact, topics on business continuity and resiliency that were scattered in previous editions have been consolidated. For example, enterprise resiliency content (previously in Domain 4) and business continuity (in Domain 2) are now grouped under Business Process Resilience in Domain 1. This emphasizes that building a resilient organization is part of governance and strategy, not just an IT afterthought. Likewise, Technology Resilience and Disaster Response/Recovery is highlighted in Domain 4. Expect to be tested on planning for disruptions and keeping critical processes running no matter what.
• Updated Frameworks and Processes: Several topics have been renamed or reorganized for clarity. For example, “Three Lines of Defense” is now just “Lines of Defense”, reflecting that many organizations talk about risk functions without numbering them. A new subtopic on COBIT and Information Risk appears in Domain 1, reinforcing the importance of aligning with well-known frameworks. Additionally, Risk Scenario Development has been renamed to Risk Scenario Development and Evaluation, emphasizing the need to assess scenarios after they have been created. These changes mean CRISC candidates should pay attention to nuances in terminology and the expanded scope of certain processes.
• Metrics and Reporting: In the Risk Response domain, CRISC has streamlined how it covers risk and control metrics. Previously separate topics like key performance, risk, and control indicators (KPIs, KRIs, KCIs) are now combined into “Risk and Control Metrics”. This signals an integrated view: you should know how to develop and interpret metrics holistically to monitor risk. Similarly, emerging risk monitoring and reporting get a nod with a new subsection on Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Risk under the emerging risk topic. Clearly, CRISC 2025 expects you to be on top of new risk trends and how to communicate them effectively.

CRISC 2025’s syllabus is more in tune with today’s tech environment, covering everything from AI and quantum to Zero Trust and resilience.

CRISC Training with InfosecTrain

The CRISC 2025 update is not just a routine tweak;  it is a reflection of how our field is transforming. New tech risks are emerging, and the best risk professionals evolve right along with them. By incorporating AI, quantum, and resilience into its framework, CRISC is ensuring that certified individuals are equipped for the challenges of today and tomorrow.

So, if you are aiming to get CRISC certified (or already are and want to stay current), dive into these new materials. Embrace the case studies, tackle those new practice questions, and update your knowledge on the latest risk trends. Not only will this prepare you for the exam, but it will also make you a more effective Risk Manager in the real world.

That’s where InfosecTrain comes in. Our CRISC Training Program is designed to align with the 2025 exam outline, covering a range of topics including AI and LLM risk, Zero Trust architectures, third-party risk, and resilience strategies. With expert instructors, hands-on labs, updated study materials, and exam-focused prep, we will make sure you are not just memorizing concepts, but mastering them in a way that gets results, both in the exam and your career.

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