Risk Management and Security Controls Quiz with Frameworks

9 Questions

What is the primary purpose of the Cyber Threat Framework (CTF) according to the text?

To provide a common language for describing and communicating information about cyber threat activity

Which of the following is a key benefit of using the Cyber Threat Framework (CTF) according to the text?

It allows cybersecurity professionals to analyze and share information about cyber threats more efficiently

What type of framework is ISO/IEC 27001 according to the text?

An internationally recognized and used framework

Which of the following does the text state that the ISO 27000 family of standards enables organizations to manage?

The security of their financial information, intellectual property, and employee data

Which of the following is a key characteristic of the Cyber Threat Framework (CTF)?

It provides a common language for describing and communicating information about cyber threat activity

Which of the following is an example of a security control that is used alongside frameworks like the CTF and ISO/IEC 27001?

The text does not mention any specific security controls

What is the primary purpose of the ISO/IEC 27001 framework according to the text?

To enable organizations to manage the security of their assets, such as financial information and employee data

Which of the following is NOT a key characteristic of the ISO/IEC 27001 framework according to the text?

It enables organizations to manage the security of their physical assets

Which of the following is a key benefit of using security controls alongside frameworks like the CTF and ISO/IEC 27001?

The text does not mention any specific benefits of using security controls alongside these frameworks

Study Notes

Security Frameworks and Controls

Security frameworks are guidelines used to build plans to mitigate risk and threats to data and privacy.
Frameworks support organizations' ability to adhere to compliance laws and regulations.
Examples of security frameworks include NIST's Risk Management Framework (RMF) and Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), and the International Organization for Standardization/International Electrotechnical Commission (ISO/IEC) 27001.

Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability (CIA) Triad

The CIA triad is used to protect organizations by considering confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data.
Confidentiality refers to protecting sensitive information from unauthorized access.
Integrity refers to ensuring data is accurate and trustworthy.
Availability refers to ensuring data is accessible and usable when needed.

Security Controls

Security controls are safeguards designed to reduce specific security risks.
Examples of physical controls include gates, fences, locks, security guards, CCTV, and access cards or badges.
Examples of technical controls include firewalls, MFA, and antivirus software.
Examples of administrative controls include separation of duties, authorization, and asset classification.

Cyber Threat Framework (CTF)

The CTF was developed by the U.S. government to provide a common language for describing and communicating information about cyber threat activity.
The CTF helps organizations improve their response to the constantly evolving cybersecurity landscape and threat actors' tactics and techniques.

International Organization for Standardization/International Electrotechnical Commission (ISO/IEC) 27001

ISO/IEC 27001 is an internationally recognized framework that enables organizations to manage the security of assets, such as financial information, intellectual property, employee data, and information entrusted to third parties.
The framework outlines requirements for an information security management system, best practices, and controls that support an organization's ability to manage risks.

Security Frameworks and Controls Quiz