Which factor is less important when reviewing application risk for application service providers?

When reviewing application risk for application service providers, the most important factors are the functionality and type of data the application processes, the remote connectivity options, and the APl integration methods. These factors determine the level of exposure, sensitivity, and complexity of the application, and thus the potential impact and likelihood of a security breach or a compliance violation. The number of software releases is less important, as it does not directly affect the application’s security or functionality. However, it may indicate the maturity and quality of the software development process, which is another aspect of application risk assessment. References:

Application Security Risk: Assessment and Modeling, ISACA Journal, Volume 2, 2016