CISM Information Security Programme Practice Question
A company is selecting a security control framework. They want a prioritized set of controls that are implementation group-based and address common cyber threats. Which framework best meets these requirements?
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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CIS Controls v8
CIS Controls v8 are organized into Implementation Groups (IG1, IG2, IG3) and provide a prioritized, threat-informed set of controls.
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 2019
Why it's wrong here
COBIT is a governance framework, not a security control framework.
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NIST SP 800-53
Why it's wrong here
While comprehensive, it does not use implementation groups.
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ISO 27001 Annex A
Why it's wrong here
It lists controls but not with implementation group prioritization.
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CIS Controls v8
Why this is correct
CIS Controls v8 uses IG1, IG2, IG3 for prioritization and is threat-informed.
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