KCSA Compliance And Security Frameworks Practice Question
Which NIST framework publication specifically addresses the security of container-based applications and orchestration systems?
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Why each option matters
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NIST SP 800-190
NIST SP 800-190 is the Application Container Security Guide, providing specific security guidance for container environments.
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NIST SP 800-190
Why this is correct
SP 800-190 is dedicated to container and application security guidelines.
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NIST SP 800-37
Why it's wrong here
SP 800-37 outlines the Risk Management Framework (RMF).
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NIST SP 800-53
Why it's wrong here
SP 800-53 provides security controls for federal information systems.
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NIST SP 800-88
Why it's wrong here
SP 800-88 provides guidelines for media sanitization.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official CNCF / Linux Foundation exam blueprint
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