CRISC Information Technology and Security Practice Question
According to the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, which function involves developing and implementing appropriate safeguards to ensure delivery of critical infrastructure services?
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.
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Protect
The Protect function (PR) is defined as developing and implementing appropriate safeguards to ensure delivery of critical infrastructure services.
Answer analysis
Option-by-option breakdown
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Identify
Why it's wrong here
Identify is about understanding cybersecurity risk to systems, assets, data, and capabilities.
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Protect
Why this is correct
Correct. Protect focuses on safeguards.
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Respond
Why it's wrong here
Respond is about taking action regarding detected incidents.
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Detect
Why it's wrong here
Detect is about identifying cybersecurity events.
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