What is the first step an organization should take when implementing the NIST Cybersecurity Framework?
A.Purchase all recommended security tools immediately
B.Understand the organization's current cybersecurity posture and business context
C.Hire a full cybersecurity team before any assessment
D.Implement all framework controls simultaneously
Why B is correct
The first step is understanding the current cybersecurity posture and business context, which informs all subsequent implementation decisions and ensures alignment with organizational needs.
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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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