NIST CSF Practice Question: What is the purpose of a cybersecurity policy framework? | CyberCertPrep
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What is the purpose of a cybersecurity policy framework?
A.To provide a structured hierarchy of policies, standards, guidelines, and procedures that govern cybersecurity activities
B.To create a single document that replaces all security controls
C.To satisfy audit requirements without practical implementation
D.To document the organization's IT budget
Why A is correct
A cybersecurity policy framework provides a structured hierarchy of documents including policies, standards, guidelines, and procedures that collectively govern the organization's cybersecurity activities.
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Where this fits in the NIST CSF exam
Govern Function
NIST CSF 2.0 Govern function: organizational context, risk-management strategy, roles, policy, and oversight.
This question belongs to the "Govern" domain, which makes up about 10% of the NIST CSF exam.
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