CGRC Scope OF System Practice Question
You have determined that a system's data is publicly available, but the system is responsible for providing critical government services. If the system goes offline, the loss of availability is catastrophic. How should the FIPS 199 categorization be adjusted?
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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Confidentiality=Low, Integrity=Low, Availability=High.
Categorization must account for the impact on the organization, regardless of data classification (e.g., public vs. sensitive).
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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Exclude the system from FIPS 199 requirements.
Why it's wrong here
All federal information systems must be categorized.
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Categorize only based on Confidentiality.
Why it's wrong here
All three security objectives must be assessed.
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Confidentiality=Low, Integrity=Low, Availability=High.
Why this is correct
High impact on availability drives the system to a High categorization.
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Confidentiality=Low, Integrity=Low, Availability=Low.
Why it's wrong here
Ignoring the catastrophic impact is a violation of FIPS 199 guidance.
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Last reviewed August 2026 · checked against the official (ISC)² exam blueprint
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