CGRC · Question #485
Which FIPS publication specifies security requirements for federal information and information systems in 17 security related areas that represent a broad-based, balanced information security…
The correct answer is A. FIPS PUB 200. The question asks for the FIPS publication that outlines security requirements for federal information systems across 17 distinct areas, which is precisely the scope of FIPS Publication 200.
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Which FIPS publication specifies security requirements for federal information and information systems in 17 security related areas that represent a broad-based, balanced information security program? Response:
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- AFIPS PUB 200
- BFIPS PUB 100
- CFIPS PUB 299
- DFIPS PUB 300
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The question asks for the FIPS publication that outlines security requirements for federal information systems across 17 distinct areas, which is precisely the scope of FIPS Publication 200.
FIPS Publication 200, 'Minimum Security Requirements for Federal Information and Information Systems,' specifies the minimum security requirements for federal information and information systems, categorizing them into 17 security-related areas. This publication establishes a broad-based and balanced information security program for federal agencies.
FIPS PUB 100 is related to 'Guideline for Use of Advanced Data Communication Techniques,' not general security requirements.
FIPS PUB 299 does not exist as an official FIPS publication.
FIPS PUB 300 does not exist as an official FIPS publication.
Concept tested: FIPS PUB 200 content
Source: https://nvlpubs.nist.gov/nistpubs/FIPS/NIST.FIPS.200.pdf
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