200-201 Security Concepts Practice Question
Which NIST Cybersecurity Framework function involves developing and implementing appropriate safeguards to ensure delivery of critical infrastructure services?
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Why each option matters
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Protect
The Protect function supports the ability to limit or contain the impact of a potential cybersecurity event.
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Respond
Why it's wrong here
Respond involves taking action regarding a detected cybersecurity event.
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Detect
Why it's wrong here
Detect involves discovering cybersecurity events in a timely manner.
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Identify
Why it's wrong here
Identify involves understanding the organization's environment to manage risk.
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Protect
Why this is correct
Protect develops and implements safeguards to ensure service delivery.
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