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CPA · Question 24 · Area II: Security
Which NIST Special Publication provides a catalog of security and privacy controls for federal information systems?
Which NIST Special Publication provides a catalog of security and privacy controls for federal information systems?
Answer options:
A.
NIST SP 800-37
B.
NIST SP 800-53
C.
NIST SP 800-63
D.
NIST SP 800-171
How to approach this question
Memorize the key NIST SP numbers.
Full Answer
B.NIST SP 800-53✓ Correct
NIST SP 800-53 is the comprehensive catalog of controls used by federal agencies and adopted by many private organizations.
Common mistakes
Confusing 800-53 with 800-171 (which is a subset for contractors).
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