What types of organizations can use the NIST Cybersecurity Framework?
A.Organizations in all critical infrastructure sectors, including energy, finance, and healthcare providers
B.Organizations of all sizes, sectors, and types, including private, public, and non-profit
C.Federal agencies, state governments, and their contractors in all US states
D.Companies in all regulated industries, including banks, insurers, and utilities
Why B is correct
The NIST CSF is designed to be applicable to organizations of all sizes, sectors, and types, including private companies, government agencies, and non-profit organizations worldwide.
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Where this fits in the NIST CSF exam
Framework Implementation
Implementing the NIST CSF: Implementation Tiers, current/target Profiles, and integration with risk management.
This question belongs to the "Identify" domain, which makes up about 20% of the NIST CSF exam.
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