what is a octave
The OCTAVE method is an approach used to assess an organization's information security needs. OCTAVE Allegro is the most recently developed and actively supported method. This method is based on two older versions called OCTAVE Original and OCTAVE-S. OCTAVE methods are self-directed, flexible, and evolved. Using OCTAVE, small teams across business units and IT work together to address the security needs of the organization. The method can be tailored to the organization's unique risk environment, security and resilience objectives, and skill level.