CISM Information Security Programme Practice Question
Which control family from NIST SP 800-53 is MOST directly associated with ensuring that users have appropriate access rights?
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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Access Control (AC)
The Access Control (AC) family specifically addresses user access 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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System and Communications Protection (SC)
Why it's wrong here
SC deals with system boundaries and communications.
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Identification and Authentication (IA)
Why it's wrong here
IA focuses on verifying identity, not access rights.
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Personnel Security (PS)
Why it's wrong here
PS covers screening and termination.
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Access Control (AC)
Why this is correct
AC covers policies and procedures for assigning and managing access.
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