Explain the Purpose and the Key Changes of the NIST CSF 2.0 Framework. NIST-CYBERSECURITY-FRAMEWORK-2 Practice Questions (Page 2)

Questions 6–10

1. 6foundation · easy

   How did NIST CSF 2.0 change the intended audience of the framework?

   • AIt now includes guidance for all organizations, not just critical infrastructure.
   • BIt now focuses exclusively on government agencies.
   • CIt now targets only large enterprises with mature security programs.
   • DIt now requires organizations to use a specific set of tools.
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2. 7application · medium

   A security manager is using NIST CSF 2.0 to identify gaps in their organization's cybersecurity program. They have created a current-state profile and a target profile. What is the next step to prioritize actions?

   • ASubmit the profiles to NIST for approval before proceeding.
   • BSelect a new target profile that matches the current profile to avoid gaps.
   • CImplement all subcategories in the target profile immediately to achieve full alignment.
   • DCompare the two profiles to identify gaps and develop a prioritized action plan based on risk.
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4. 8application · medium

   A multinational corporation is adopting NIST CSF 2.0 to standardize cybersecurity risk management across its subsidiaries, which operate in different sectors and regulatory environments. What is the primary purpose of using CSF 2.0 in this context?

   • ATo provide a common language and structure for communicating and managing cybersecurity risk across diverse business units.
   • BTo ensure compliance with all international cybersecurity regulations automatically.
   • CTo provide a certification scheme that guarantees a minimum level of security.
   • DTo replace each subsidiary's existing security standards with a single mandatory set of controls.
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5. 9foundation · easy

   What is the purpose of creating a 'Current Profile' in NIST CSF 2.0?

   • ATo document the organization's current cybersecurity posture and identify gaps
   • BTo replace the organization's existing risk management plan
   • CTo provide a list of mandatory security controls that must be implemented
   • DTo certify that the organization meets a specific level of cybersecurity maturity
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6. 10application · medium

   An organization that previously used NIST CSF 1.1 is updating its cybersecurity program to align with CSF 2.0. The security team is reviewing the framework's structure to identify what has changed. Which structural change should they expect?

   • AThe framework now requires organizations to implement all subcategories to achieve compliance.
   • BThe framework now includes a sixth function, Govern, which is placed before Identify to emphasize governance as foundational.
   • CThe five functions have been renamed to align with ISO 27001 control categories.
   • DThe framework has been reduced to three functions to simplify adoption for small businesses.
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