CRISC IT Risk Identification Practice Question
Which of the following is the PRIMARY source for identifying known software vulnerabilities in a systematic manner?
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Why each option matters
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National Vulnerability Database (NVD)
The National Vulnerability Database (NVD) is the U.S. government repository of standards-based vulnerability management data, including CVE entries and severity scores.
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Option-by-option breakdown
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OSINT feeds from social media
Why it's wrong here
OSINT can provide threat intelligence but is not the primary source for known vulnerabilities.
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CIS Benchmarks
Why it's wrong here
CIS Benchmarks provide configuration guidelines, not a vulnerability database.
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National Vulnerability Database (NVD)
Why this is correct
Correct. NVD is the authoritative source for CVE data and vulnerability scoring.
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OWASP Top 10
Why it's wrong here
OWASP Top 10 lists common web application vulnerabilities but is not a comprehensive database.
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