200-201 Security Concepts Practice Question
Which component of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework involves taking action to stop an ongoing attack?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
Answer the question above first, then reveal the full breakdown to understand why each option is right or wrong.
Correct answer & explanation
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Respond
The Respond function includes activities to contain and mitigate incidents.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
For each option: why learners choose it and why it is or isn't the right answer here.
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Identify
Why it's wrong here
Identify focuses on understanding risk, not responding.
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Detect
Why it's wrong here
Detect identifies incidents, but Respond takes action.
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Respond
Why this is correct
Respond includes actions to address and mitigate attacks.
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Protect
Why it's wrong here
Protect implements safeguards, not incident response.
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