Under what circumstances may highly probable risks not require countermeasures?

Highly probable risks may not require countermeasures if the net damage produced is negligible. When assessing risks, it is essential to consider not just the likelihood of an event occurring but also the potential impact it may have. If a risk is highly probable but the potential damage it would cause is minor or insignificant, the resources and efforts needed to mitigate that risk may outweigh the actual benefits gained from doing so. This assessment prioritizes efficient resource allocation, ensuring that attention is devoted to risks that could have substantial impacts rather than trivial ones.

In this context, when a risk does not pose any significant consequences, it is rational to deem it unnecessary to implement countermeasures, allowing organizations to focus on higher-priority risks that warrant attention and resources.