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What is a gap analysis in the context of NIST CSF implementation?

A.An analysis of gaps in the organization's physical security perimeter
B.A comparison between the current cybersecurity posture and the desired target state to identify areas needing improvement
C.A review of gaps in employee knowledge about cybersecurity
D.A technical scan for gaps in firewall configurations

Why B is correct

A gap analysis compares the organization's current cybersecurity posture (Current Profile) against its desired state (Target Profile) to identify specific areas requiring improvement.

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Implementing the NIST CSF: Implementation Tiers, current/target Profiles, and integration with risk management.

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