Secure Software Lifecycle Professional – CSSLP – Question247

Which of the following NIST documents provides a guideline for identifying an information system as a National Security System?

A.
NIST SP 800-37
B. NIST SP 800-59
C. NIST SP 800-53
D. NIST SP 800-60
E. NIST SP 800-53A

Correct Answer: B

Explanation:

Explanation: NIST has developed a suite of documents for conducting Certification & Accreditation (C&A). These documents are as follows: NIST Special Publication 800-37: This document is a guide for the security certification and accreditation of Federal Information Systems. NIST Special Publication 800-53: This document provides a guideline for security controls for Federal Information Systems. NIST Special Publication 800-53A. This document consists of techniques and procedures for verifying the effectiveness of security controls in Federal Information System. NIST Special Publication 800-59: This document is a guideline for identifying an information system as a National Security System. NIST Special Publication 800-60: This document is a guide for mapping types of information and information systems to security objectives and risk levels.