Explain the Purpose and the Key Changes of the NIST CSF 2.0 Framework. NIST-CYBERSECURITY-FRAMEWORK-2 Practice Questions (Page 3)

Questions 11–15

1. 11application · medium

   An organization is developing a target profile for its cybersecurity program. The team wants to ensure that the profile reflects the organization's risk appetite and business priorities. Which approach best aligns with CSF 2.0 guidance?

   • ASet the target profile to include all subcategories at the highest implementation tier.
   • BBase the target profile on the current profile to minimize changes.
   • CAdopt a generic target profile provided by NIST for the organization's industry sector.
   • DUse the framework core's categories and subcategories to define desired outcomes, selecting those that match the organization's risk appetite.
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2. 12expert · hard

   A multinational corporation is using NIST CSF 2.0 to manage cybersecurity risk across its subsidiaries. One subsidiary is a small startup with minimal resources, while another is a large, mature enterprise. The corporation wants to apply the framework consistently but also appropriately. What is the best approach?

   • AApply CSF 2.0 only to the large subsidiary and use a simpler framework for the startup.
   • BAllow each subsidiary to create its own current-state and target profiles, tailored to its specific risks and resources, while using the same framework core.
   • CUse the same implementation tier for all subsidiaries to simplify reporting.
   • DRequire all subsidiaries to implement the same target profile to ensure consistency.
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4. 13application · medium

   A cybersecurity analyst is creating a current-state profile for their organization using NIST CSF 2.0. They need to document which subcategories are currently being performed. Which component of the framework should they use to organize this information?

   • AThe organizational profiles, which are predefined templates for each industry sector.
   • BThe implementation tiers, which describe the rigor of each subcategory implementation.
   • CThe informative references, which list external standards for each subcategory.
   • DThe framework core's categories and subcategories, mapped to the six functions.
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5. 14application · medium

   An organization is implementing NIST CSF 2.0 and needs to communicate its cybersecurity posture to external stakeholders, such as partners and regulators. Which component of the framework is best suited for this purpose?

   • AThe implementation tiers, which indicate the maturity of risk management processes.
   • BA current-state profile, which summarizes the organization's implemented cybersecurity outcomes.
   • CThe informative references, which map to external standards.
   • DThe framework core, which lists all possible cybersecurity outcomes.
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6. 15expert · hard

   A security manager is leading a CSF 2.0 implementation. The organization has a mature security program but lacks a formal governance structure. The manager wants to create a target profile that addresses this gap while balancing the need to maintain existing protections. What should the manager prioritize in the target profile?

   • AInclude all subcategories from all six functions at the highest implementation tier.
   • BCreate a target profile that mirrors the current profile to avoid disrupting existing operations.
   • CFocus only on the Protect function to strengthen existing technical controls.
   • DInclude subcategories from the Govern function that establish cybersecurity risk management policies and integrate risk into enterprise decisions.
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