CRISC Information Technology and Security Practice Question
A power utility must comply with NERC CIP standards. Which of the following is a key requirement under these standards?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Identifying and securing Critical Cyber Assets (CCAs)
NERC CIP requires identification and protection of Critical Cyber Assets, including security controls for assets essential to bulk electric system reliability.
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Option-by-option breakdown
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Implementing IEC 62443 for all control systems
Why it's wrong here
IEC 62443 is an international standard but not specifically NERC CIP.
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Identifying and securing Critical Cyber Assets (CCAs)
Why this is correct
NERC CIP focuses on CCAs and their protection.
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Deploying AI for threat detection
Why it's wrong here
AI is not a specific NERC CIP requirement.
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Using only air-gapped networks
Why it's wrong here
Air-gapping is not mandated; NERC CIP allows various controls.
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