Exam Overview
| Exam Code | NIST-COBIT-2019 |
| Exam Name | ISACA Implementing the NIST Cybersecurity Framework using COBIT 2019 |
| Vendor | ISACA |
| Total Questions | 50 |
| Last Updated | 26-Oct, 2026 |
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Free NIST-COBIT-2019 Practice Questions
Explore 6 free practice questions for the ISACA NIST-COBIT-2019 exam and review the answers and explanations to support your preparation.
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Question 1
Single answerWhich of the following is a framework principle established by NIST as an initial framework consideration?
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Option A:Correct
Avoiding business risks
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Option B:Correct
Impact on global operations
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Option C:Correct
Ensuring regulatory compliance
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation
One of the framework principles established by NIST is to ensure that the framework is consistent and aligned with existing regulatory and legal requirements that are relevant to cybersecurity12. Reference: 1: Cybersecurity Framework | NIST 2: Framework Documents | NIST
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Question 2
Single answerWhich of the following functions provides foundational activities for the effective use of the Cybersecurity Framework?
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Option A:Correct
Protect
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Option B:Correct
Identify
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Option C:Correct
Detect
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation
The Identify function provides foundational activities for the effective use of the Cybersecurity Framework, because it assists in developing an organizational understanding of managing cybersecurity risk to systems, people, assets, data, and capabilities12. This understanding enables an organization to focus and prioritize its efforts, consistent with its risk management strategy and business needs12. The Identify function includes outcome categories such as Asset Management, Business Environment, Governance, Risk Assessment, Risk Management Strategy, and Supply Chain Risk Management12. Reference: 1: The Five Functions | NIST 2: Getting Started with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework: A Quick Start Guide
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Question 3
Single answerWhich of the following is an input to COBIT Implementation Phase 1: What Are the Drivers?
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Option A:Correct
Risk response document
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Option B:Correct
Current capability rating for selected processes
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Option C:Correct
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation
A program wake-up call is an input to COBIT Implementation Phase 1: What Are the Drivers, because it is a trigger event that creates a sense of urgency and a need for change in the organization’s governance and management of enterprise I & T 1 2 . A program wake-up call can be internal or external, positive or negative, such as a major incident, a new regulation, a strategic initiative, or a stakeholder feedback 3 4 .
References: 1 : COBIT 2019 Implementation Guide 2 : COBIT 2019 Implementation - ISACA 3 : Tips for Implementing COBIT in a Continuously Changing Environment - ISACA 4 : 7 Phases of COBIT Implementation: -
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Question 4
Single answerWhen aligning to the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, what should occur after tier levels and framework core outcomes are determined?
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Option A:Correct
Report discovered issues to senior management.
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Option B:Correct
Assign mitigating control development.
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Option C:Correct
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Correct Answer: C
Explanation
According to the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, after determining the tier levels and framework core outcomes, the next step is to compare the current and target profiles, which describe the organization’s current and desired cybersecurity posture based on the framework core functions, categories, and subcategories 1 . This comparison helps to identify the gaps and prioritize the actions for improvement 2 .
References Cybersecurity Framework Components | NIST What is the NIST Cybersecurity Framework? | IBM -
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Question 5
Single answerAnalysis is one of the categories within which of the following Core Functions?
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Option A:Correct
Detect
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Option B:Correct
Respond
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Option C:Correct
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation
Anomalies and Events is one of the six categories within the Detect function of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework. The Anomalies and Events category aims to ensure that anomalous activity is detected in a timely manner and the potential impact of events is understood 1 2 .
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Question 6
Single answerDuring CSF implementation, when is an information security manager MOST likely to identify key enterprise and supporting alignment goals as
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Option A:Correct
CSF Steps 5: Create a Target Profile and 6: Determine, Analyze, and Prioritize Gaps
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Option B:Correct
CSF Step 1: Prioritize and Scope
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Option C:Correct
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Correct Answer: B
Explanation
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