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Which of the following is an example of the test assessment Method according to NIST SP 800- 37 Rev 2? Response:

The correct answer is B. Conducting a vulnerability scan on web applications. According to NIST SP 800-37 Rev 2, the "test" assessment method involves actively exercising a control to observe its behavior and determine if it operates as intended. Conducting a vulnerability scan directly aligns with this method.

Assessment/Audit of Security and Privacy Controls

Question

Which of the following is an example of the test assessment Method according to NIST SP 800- 37 Rev 2? Response:

Options

  • AReading vulnerability scan policies and procedure
  • BConducting a vulnerability scan on web applications
  • CAsking administrators about the scanning process
  • DReviewing the most recent scan reports

How the community answered

(27 responses)
  • A
    15% (4)
  • B
    70% (19)
  • C
    4% (1)
  • D
    11% (3)

Why each option

According to NIST SP 800-37 Rev 2, the "test" assessment method involves actively exercising a control to observe its behavior and determine if it operates as intended. Conducting a vulnerability scan directly aligns with this method.

AReading vulnerability scan policies and procedure

Reading vulnerability scan policies and procedures is an example of the "examine" assessment method, which involves reviewing documents.

BConducting a vulnerability scan on web applicationsCorrect

Conducting a vulnerability scan on web applications is an example of the "test" assessment method because it involves actively exercising the system or control to observe its behavior and determine if it operates as intended. This hands-on activity directly evaluates the control's effectiveness against potential threats.

CAsking administrators about the scanning process

Asking administrators about the scanning process is an example of the "interview" or "inspect" assessment method, which involves discussions or observations.

DReviewing the most recent scan reports

Reviewing the most recent scan reports is an example of the "examine" assessment method, which involves looking at existing documentation and artifacts.

Concept tested: NIST Assessment Methods (Examine, Interview, Test)

Source: https://nvlpubs.nist.gov/nistpubs/SpecialPublications/NIST.SP.800-37r2.pdf

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#NIST SP 800-37#Assessment Methods#Vulnerability Scanning#Risk Management Framework

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