NIST CSF Practice Question: In CSF version 1.1, what does Protective Technology (PR.PT) encompass? | CyberCertPrep

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In CSF version 1.1, what does Protective Technology (PR.PT) encompass?

A.Only antivirus software
B.Only firewall configuration
C.Technology patents and trademarks, reasoning that operational technology is excluded from the CSF, which addresses IT alone; in addition, the Framework obligates adopters to file their Subcategory selections with NIST for public inspection
D.Technical security solutions managed to ensure the security and resilience of systems, including audit logging, removable media controls, communication protections, and resilience mechanisms

Why D is correct

Protective Technology covers technical controls including logging, access enforcement, communication protection, and system resilience mechanisms that safeguard systems and data.

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Where this fits in the NIST CSF exam

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NIST CSF Protect function: identity management, access control, awareness and training, data security, and protective technology.

This question belongs to the "Protect" domain, which makes up about 20% of the NIST CSF exam.

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