312-85 Requirements Planning Direction And Review Practice Question
During program planning for a threat intelligence capability, the security team maps their intelligence processes to the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF). Which CSF function is most directly aligned with establishing Threat Intelligence requirements, gathering sources, and reviewing intelligence collection efficacy?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Correct answer & explanation
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Identify (ID)
The NIST CSF 'Govern' (GV) and 'Identify' (ID) functions encompass the establishment of policies, procedures, and asset/threat identification, with ID.RA (Risk Assessment) and GV subcategories guiding intelligence requirement definition.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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Recover (RC)
Why it's wrong here
The Recover function focuses on restoration of systems and services affected by security incidents.
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Identify (ID)
Why this is correct
The Identify function includes asset management, business environment assessment, and risk assessment tasks that drive intelligence requirements.
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Respond (RS)
Why it's wrong here
The Respond function deals with containment, mitigation, and analysis during and after an incident.
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Protect (PR)
Why it's wrong here
The Protect function covers identity management, access control, and data security protective technology.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official EC-Council exam blueprint
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