CRISC Information Technology and Security Practice Question
Which component of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework is primarily concerned with developing and implementing appropriate safeguards to ensure delivery of critical infrastructure services?
Answer choices
Why each option matters
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Protect
The Protect function in NIST CSF outlines safeguards to manage cybersecurity risk and ensure service delivery.
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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Detect
Why it's wrong here
Detect focuses on identifying cybersecurity events.
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Identify
Why it's wrong here
Identify focuses on understanding risk, not implementing safeguards.
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Recover
Why it's wrong here
Recover focuses on restoring capabilities after an incident.
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Protect
Why this is correct
Correct. Protect develops and implements safeguards.
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