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CAS-004 Practice Question: Wants to adopt a cybersecurity framework that…
An organization wants to adopt a cybersecurity framework that provides a structured approach to managing cyber risks. Which framework is BEST suited?
⚠ Common exam trap
CompTIA often tests the distinction between governance/IT management frameworks (COBIT, ITIL) and cybersecurity-specific risk frameworks, trapping candidates who confuse ISO 27001's ISMS certification with a structured cyber risk management approach.
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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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NIST Cybersecurity Framework
The NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) is specifically designed to provide a structured, risk-based approach to managing cybersecurity risks, offering core functions (Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, Recover) and implementation tiers that align with an organization's risk appetite. It is the best fit because it directly addresses cyber risk management through a flexible, outcome-driven framework, unlike other frameworks that focus on IT governance, information security management systems, or service management.
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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COBIT
Why it's wrong here
COBIT is for IT governance and management, not specifically cyber risk.
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NIST Cybersecurity Framework
Why this is correct
NIST CSF provides a comprehensive framework for managing cybersecurity risks.
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ISO 27001
Why it's wrong here
ISO 27001 is an information security management standard, not a framework specifically for cyber risk management.
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ITIL
Why it's wrong here
ITIL focuses on IT service management, not risk management.
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