CCOA Cybersecurity Principles And Risk Practice Question
Which security framework is most commonly used by US federal agencies to manage security controls?
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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NIST SP 800-53
NIST SP 800-53 is the mandatory security control catalog for US federal information systems.
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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ISO 27001
Why it's wrong here
ISO is an international standard, not mandatory for US agencies.
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NIST SP 800-53
Why this is correct
This is the standard for federal agencies.
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PCI-DSS
Why it's wrong here
PCI-DSS is for payment card industry.
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HIPAA
Why it's wrong here
HIPAA is for healthcare privacy.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official ISACA exam blueprint
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