Match each cybersecurity framework/standard to its focus.
Drag a concept onto its matching description — or click a concept then click the description.
Cybersecurity risk management framework
Information security management system standard
Payment card industry data security standard
Knowledge base of adversary tactics and techniques
Prioritized set of security best practices
Answer choices
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
NIST Cybersecurity Framework: Focuses on improving cybersecurity for critical infrastructure.
Correct matches: NIST CSF for critical infrastructure, ISO 27001 for ISMS, PCI DSS for cardholder data, CIS Controls for prioritized security actions. Common confusions include swapping these terms.
Answer analysis
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
NIST Cybersecurity Framework: Focuses on improving cybersecurity for critical infrastructure.
Why this is correct
NIST CSF provides a policy framework for critical infrastructure cybersecurity.
ISO/IEC 27001: Focuses on information security management systems (ISMS).
Why this is correct
ISO 27001 is an international standard for ISMS.
PCI DSS: Focuses on security of cardholder data for organizations handling credit cards.
Why this is correct
PCI DSS sets security standards for credit card data protection.
CIS Controls: Focuses on a prioritized set of security actions to defend against common cyber threats.
Why this is correct
CIS Controls are a prioritized list of security best practices.
NIST Cybersecurity Framework: Focuses on a prioritized set of security actions.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect — this describes CIS Controls, not NIST CSF.
ISO/IEC 27001: Focuses on protection of cardholder data.
Why it's wrong here
Incorrect — this describes PCI DSS, not ISO 27001.
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