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NEW QUESTION # 67
What frameworks are the HITRUST CSF built upon? (Select all that apply) [0005] NIST SP 800-53
- A. ISO 27799
- B. NIST SP 800-37 Rev 1
- C. HIPAA Omnibus Rule
- D. ISO 27001/2
Answer: A,C,D
Explanation:
The HITRUST CSF integrates and harmonizes multiple authoritative sources and frameworks, including:
NIST SP 800-53 (security and privacy controls for federal systems).
ISO/IEC 27001/27002 (international information security management standards).
ISO 27799 (information security for healthcare).
HIPAA Omnibus Rule (U.S. healthcare privacy and security requirements).
NIST SP 800-37 (Risk Management Framework) is a methodology, not a control framework, so it is not included.
Extract Reference (HITRUST CSF Overview, CCSFP Guide [0005]):
The CSF integrates requirements from ISO, NIST, HIPAA, and other authoritative sources to create a unified control framework.
Correct responses: NIST SP 800-53, ISO 27799, ISO 27001/2, HIPAA Omnibus Rule.
NEW QUESTION # 68
The assessor plans to test a population in a file, and they want to pick every 100th item. Which of the recognized sampling methodologies would best describe the sample that will be pulled?
- A. Haphazard
- B. Systematic/Interval
- C. Judgmental
- D. Random
Answer: B
Explanation:
Systematic/Interval samplingis a recognized statistical methodology where items are selected at regular intervals from an ordered population. For example, selecting every 100th transaction, log entry, or user account from a file. This approach provides coverage across the dataset while being more efficient than random sampling. HITRUST accepts systematic sampling as long as the population is not ordered in a way that introduces bias (e.g., chronological logs where every 100th entry might reflect similar conditions). By contrast,random samplingrequires a truly random number generator,judgmentalrelies on assessor discretion, andhaphazardlacks any structured methodology. For this scenario, selecting every 100th item is clearly Systematic/Interval sampling.
References:HITRUST Scoring Rubric - "Sampling Techniques"; CCSFP Study Guide - "Recognized Sampling Methodologies."
NEW QUESTION # 69
Is additional work required by the assessor to generate the NIST Cybersecurity Framework Report?
- A. Yes
- B. No
Answer: B
Explanation:
TheNIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) Reportin HITRUST is a derivative output that is automatically generated within the MyCSF platform. When an entity completes a HITRUST assessment (e1, i1, or r2), MyCSF uses the mapping of HITRUST control requirements to the NIST CSF categories and subcategories to produce the report. Because these mappings are embedded into the framework, assessors do not need to perform additional testing, create mappings manually, or provide separate evidence. The effort invested in validating HITRUST requirement statements is sufficient, and MyCSF generates the NIST CSF alignment report as an output. This provides organizations with the ability to demonstrate NIST CSF alignment to stakeholders without duplicating work. Therefore, additional work is not required from assessors-making the correct answerNo.
References:HITRUST MyCSF User Guide - "Available Reports"; CCSFP Study Guide - "Leveraging HITRUST for NIST CSF Reporting."
NEW QUESTION # 70
Firewalls with identical configurations can be grouped for testing as one component.
- A. False
- B. True
Answer: B
Explanation:
In HITRUST assessments, grouping is allowed when multiple primary components (like firewalls) are functionally identicalin terms of configuration, management, and security controls. If all firewalls share the same rule sets, firmware, patching schedule, and are managed consistently, they can be grouped as one for testing purposes. This prevents repetitive validation work across systems that present no material differences in control design or operation. However, grouping requires justification and supporting documentation, showing that the systems are identical. If variations exist (e.g., differing rule sets or management practices), each firewall must be treated as a separate component. Grouping improves efficiency in large environments but must be applied cautiously to maintain the accuracy and integrity of testing results.
References:HITRUST CSF Assessment Methodology - "Component Identification & Grouping"; CCSFP Practitioner Training - "Scoping Components."
NEW QUESTION # 71
An i1 Control Reference that scores a 37 would yield what result?
- A. Risk Acceptance
- B. No Gap
- C. Function Gap
- D. HITRUST Certification
- E. Required CAP
Answer: E
Explanation:
In ani1 assessment, scoring below threshold levels (generally83 for certification-critical controls) results in arequired Corrective Action Plan (CAP). A score of37falls into the "Somewhat Compliant" category and indicates major deficiencies. Because i1 assessments emphasize cybersecurity hygiene, HITRUST does not allow "risk acceptance" at such low scores. Instead, CAPs are required to ensure remediation is planned and tracked. This approach guarantees that organizations address weaknesses that could leave them vulnerable to common threats. Unlike r2 assessments, where some flexibility exists based on risk tailoring, i1 is structured to enforce mandatory remediation for below-threshold results. Therefore, a Control Reference score of 37 in i1 unequivocally requires a CAP.
References:HITRUST Assurance Program - "i1 Scoring and CAP Rules"; CCSFP Practitioner Guide - "i1 Assessment Gap Handling."
NEW QUESTION # 72
Which assessment type allows users to select any HITRUST authoritative source?
- A. e1 Assessment
- B. Validated Assessment
- C. None of the above
- D. r2 Assessment
- E. Readiness Assessment
Answer: E
Explanation:
TheReadiness Assessmentis designed to give organizations flexibility when evaluating their security and compliance posture. Unlike validated assessments, which are bound by specific methodologies, thresholds, and QA requirements, the readiness format allows entities to scope assessments more freely. This includes the ability to selectany HITRUST authoritative source, such as HIPAA, PCI-DSS, NIST, ISO, or GDPR, for self-assessment purposes. The readiness option is often used for gap analysis, remediation planning, and preparing for a future validated assessment. Since the results are not submitted to HITRUST QA, organizations can tailor the assessment to their needs without external restrictions. Neither e1, i1, nor r2 assessments provide this level of flexibility, as those validated assessments are standardized and tightly controlled.
References:HITRUST Assurance Program Overview - "Assessment Types"; CCSFP Study Guide -
"Readiness Assessments and Authoritative Sources."
NEW QUESTION # 73
The HITRUST CSF is built upon the following model: [0134]
- A. Control Categories, COBIT controls, Implementation levels
- B. Control Categories, Control Objectives, Control References
- C. Functions, Categories, Sub-Categories
- D. Control Objectives, Control References, COBIT Controls
Answer: B
Explanation:
The HITRUST CSF is structured around a hierarchical model:
Control Categories # 14 high-level groupings (e.g., Access Control, Incident Management).
Control Objectives # Define goals under each category.
Control References # Specific implementation requirements aligned to objectives.
This structure ensures traceability from high-level objectives down to actionable control requirements.
Option B describes NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), not HITRUST.
Option A/C include COBIT, which is integrated but not the structural foundation.
Extract Reference (HITRUST CSF Overview, CCSFP Guide [0134]):
The CSF is organized into Control Categories, Control Objectives, and Control References.
NEW QUESTION # 74
Gaps with required CAPS must have documented remediation plans within the assessment object before submission to HITRUST QA.
- A. False
- B. True
Answer: B
Explanation:
When a requirement statement or control reference fails to meet the HITRUST scoring threshold, aCorrective Action Plan (CAP)may be required. CAPs represent formal remediation commitments that must be documented in the assessment object before submission to QA. Each CAP must include details such as the control deficiency, planned remediation steps, responsible parties, milestones, and expected completion dates.
HITRUST QA will verify that all required CAPs are present before accepting the assessment for review.
Without CAP documentation, the assessment submission is considered incomplete. This process ensures transparency and accountability and demonstrates to relying parties that the organization has a structured plan to close gaps. Therefore, the statement isTrue.
References:HITRUST Assurance Program Requirements - "CAP Documentation"; CCSFP Practitioner Guide - "CAPs and Submission Readiness."
NEW QUESTION # 75
If the seven measurement criteria are not met, the strength rating for the Measured maturity level will be:
- A. 0
- B. 1
- C. Tier 0
- D. Tier 1
- E. Somewhat Compliant
Answer: C
Explanation:
TheMeasured maturity levelrequires organizations to demonstrate structured metrics, analysis, and reporting across seven defined criteria. If these criteria arenot met, the Measured level cannot receive any positive score. Instead, it defaults toTier 0, representingNon-Compliant (0%)at this maturity level. This ensures that organizations cannot claim credit for partial or informal measurement practices. For example, if firewall logs are collected but never analyzed or reported, the criteria are not satisfied, and the Measured score remains Tier 0. Only once all seven criteria are satisfied can scoring begin at Tier 4 and be adjusted based on coverage and strength.
References:HITRUST Scoring Rubric - "Measured Criteria and Tiers"; CCSFP Study Guide - "Tier 0 Assignment."
NEW QUESTION # 76
In an i1 assessment a Control Reference score of 62 would yield which result?
- A. A HITRUST certification
- B. A Control Reference gap
- C. An optional CAP for all gaps within the associated Requirement Statements
- D. A required CAP for all gaps within the associated Requirement Statements
Answer: D
Explanation:
In ani1 assessment, scoring follows a pass/fail logic tied to CAP requirements. If aControl Referencescores below the defined threshold (typically83for i1 assessments), any gaps within its requirement statements must be addressed with arequired Corrective Action Plan (CAP). A score of62is below the threshold, meaning it cannot be accepted without remediation. This ensures organizations remediate key cybersecurity hygiene gaps, even in a moderate assurance assessment. Optional CAPs are not used in i1 assessments, as the assurance program emphasizes mandatory remediation for below-threshold controls. Certification cannot be granted with unresolved required CAPs. Therefore, the correct outcome for a score of 62 in an i1 Control Reference is arequired CAP.
References:HITRUST CSF Assurance Program - "i1 Assessment Scoring Rules"; CCSFP Practitioner Guide
- "CAP Requirements in i1 Assessments."
NEW QUESTION # 77
How would you score implemented coverage for one system if two of four evaluative elements were in place?
- A. 0
- B. 1
- C. 2
- D. 3
Answer: A
Explanation:
TheImplemented maturity levelmeasures whether a control is operating effectively in practice. Scoring is based on the proportion ofevaluative elementsin place. In this scenario, two of the four required elements are implemented. This equates to50% compliance, so the correct score is50. For example, if a firewall control requires four items (documented rules, change management process, monitoring, and testing), and only two are in place, the organization is halfway compliant. This method ensures that partial implementation is acknowledged but also highlights gaps needing remediation. Scores of 0, 25, or 75 would not accurately reflect two of four elements, making50the correct value.
References:HITRUST Scoring Rubric - "Implemented Maturity Scoring"; CCSFP Study Guide -
"Evaluative Elements and Percent Compliance."
NEW QUESTION # 78
Control Objectives are a statement of the desired result or purpose to be achieved by implementing control procedures into a particular process.
- A. False
- B. True
Answer: B
Explanation:
Control Objectives within the HITRUST CSF describe theintended outcomesthat organizations should achieve through the implementation of controls. They do not prescribe how to achieve the result but set the goal or purposeof control activities. For example, a control objective may state that access to systems should be restricted to authorized users. The actual requirement statements beneath that objective describe specific policies, procedures, and technical measures needed to fulfill it. This layered approach aligns with best practices in frameworks like ISO 27001 and NIST, where control objectives serve as high-level goals, and control activities provide the actionable detail. The objective-driven design helps organizations understand not only the "what" but also the "why" behind each control.
References:HITRUST CSF Framework Overview - "Structure of Control Objectives, References, and Requirements"; CCSFP Study Guide - "Control Objectives Defined."
NEW QUESTION # 79
Using only the information from the chart and question below, please answer the following question:
Domain
Control Reference
Requirement Statement
Numeric Score
01 Information Program
00.a.ISMP
The organization has...
72
01 Information Program
00.a.ISMP
The organization ensures...
74
01 Information Program
00.a.ISMP
A formal information...
81
02 Endpoint Protection
09.j Controls Against Malicious Code
Antivirus clients have...
62
02 Endpoint Protection
09.ab Monitoring System Use
Antivirus clients are...
79
05 Wireless Protection
09.ab Monitoring System Use
Networks are monitored...
84
19 Data Protection & Privacy
11.c Responsibilities and Procedures
The Privacy Officer...
42
19 Data Protection & Privacy
11.c Responsibilities and Procedures
A formal privacy program...
63
19 Data Protection & Privacy
02.d Management Responsibilities
Senior management...
68
19 Data Protection & Privacy
02.d Management Responsibilities
Requests for covered...
70
Assuming no Implementation score achieved 100% on any requirement statement and assuming all Control References are required for certification, this assessment will contain a required Corrective Action Plan (CAP)? [0193]
- A. False
- B. True
Answer: B
Explanation:
Certification requires:
Each Requirement Statement score # 62.5% to avoid a CAP.
In this table, at least one Requirement Statement scores below 62.5:
Privacy Officer... = 42
Antivirus clients have... = 62 (slightly below threshold).
Because one or more required Requirement Statements fall below 62.5, this triggers Required CAPs.
Extract Reference (HITRUST CSF Assurance Scoring Guidance [0193]):
Any Requirement Statement scoring below 62.5 requires a CAP; therefore, this assessment would contain at least one Required CAP.
NEW QUESTION # 80
When an assessor has completed reviewing and agreeing with Requirement Statement scoring, the assessor must save the results. This action will mark the Requirement Statement as "Assessor Review Complete".
[0049]
- A. False
- B. True
Answer: B
Explanation:
In MyCSF, when assessors finish reviewing a Requirement Statement and agree with the subscriber's scoring, they must save their review.
Saving finalizes the assessor's review, and the Requirement Statement status updates to "Assessor Review Complete." This status indicates readiness for QA submission.
Extract Reference (MyCSF Assessor Workflow Guide [0049]):
Requirement Statements are marked "Assessor Review Complete" when the assessor has saved their review and confirmed agreement with the scoring.
NEW QUESTION # 81
Can multiple assessments be performed on your organization simultaneously?
- A. Yes
- B. No
Answer: A
Explanation:
Organizations may conduct multiple assessments simultaneously in MyCSF. This may occur when an organization is pursuing different assurance levels (e.g., an r2 assessment for certification while also preparing an i1 for a customer request). It can also happen when separate business units or subsidiaries perform assessments concurrently. MyCSF supports multiple active assessment objects, allowing organizations to scope them independently while managing shared evidence, inheritance, and CAPs across assessments. However, care must be taken to ensure that evidence collection, assessor validation, and QA submissions do not overlap in a way that confuses reporting. HITRUST also provides analytics and dashboards that allow organizations to track multiple assessments at once.
References: HITRUST MyCSF User Guide - "Multiple Assessment Management"; CCSFP Study Guide -
"Parallel Assessments."
NEW QUESTION # 82
An e1, i1, or r2 validated assessment must be performed by an approved HITRUST assessor.
- A. False
- B. True
Answer: B
Explanation:
Validated assessments, whether e1, i1, or r2, must be conducted byHITRUST-approved External Assessors
. These assessors are accredited organizations trained and certified by HITRUST to apply the CSF methodology consistently. Their role is to independently validate the entity's control environment and testing results. Without an approved assessor, the validated assessment cannot be submitted to HITRUST QA or result in a validated report or certification. Readiness assessments differ, as they may be performed internally by the organization and do not require an external assessor. This requirement ensures independence, objectivity, and quality in the assurance process, protecting the reliability of HITRUST certifications.
References:HITRUST Assurance Program Overview - "Role of External Assessors"; CCSFP Study Guide -
"Validated vs. Readiness Assessments."
NEW QUESTION # 83
A HITRUST certification is issued for all e1, i1 and r2 validated assessments. [0022]
- A. True
- B. False
Answer: B
Explanation:
A validated assessment may or may not result in certification. Certification is granted only if the assessment meets HITRUST certification criteria, including required thresholds (e.g., #62.5% where applicable) and other program conditions. Thus, not all validated assessments receive certification.
"Certification is not automatic upon validation; only assessments meeting HITRUST certification criteria are eligible for certification." [HITRUST CSF Assurance Program Overview, 0022]
NEW QUESTION # 84
An r2 certification is good for how many years?
- A. Two years provided an interim assessment is performed and interim requirements are met
- B. Two years provided an interim assessment is performed, all CAPs have been remediated, and all N/As discharged
- C. Two years regardless
- D. Until there has been a significant change in the in-scope environment
Answer: A
Explanation:
An r2 certification is valid fortwo years, but only if aninterim assessmentis performed at the one-year mark and interim requirements are met. The interim assessment ensures that the organization continues to maintain its controls, remediate CAPs, and discharge any pending N/A justifications. If an interim is not completed or requirements are not met, the certification can lapse. Unlike option A, remediation of all CAPs and N/As is not required before certification is maintained, though CAP progress must be monitored. Certification is not automatically valid for two years (option C), nor is it indefinite (option D). Thus, the correct answer is that certification is valid for two years provided interim requirements are met.
References:HITRUST Assurance Program Overview - "Certification Validity and Interim Assessments"; CCSFP Study Guide - "Two-Year Certification Cycle."
NEW QUESTION # 85
What are HITRUST Assurance Advisories designed to provide? (Select all that apply) [0051]
- A. End-of-Life progression for older framework versions
- B. All of the above
- C. List of all new and updated authoritative sources associated with a framework version update
- D. Updates related to the HITRUST Assurance Program
- E. Solicitations for assessor input
Answer: A,B,C,D,E
Explanation:
HITRUST Assurance Advisories (HAAs) are official communications issued by HITRUST to:
Provide program updates.
Communicate framework updates (new/updated authoritative sources).
Define end-of-life progression for older framework versions.
Occasionally solicit assessor input or feedback.
Thus, they serve as a broad communication tool covering all listed items.
Extract Reference (HITRUST CSF Assurance Program Guidance [0051]):
Assurance Advisories communicate program updates, authoritative source changes, version end-of-life details, and solicit input from stakeholders.
NEW QUESTION # 86
In which assessment(s) are you allowed to "carve out" third-party controls as not applicable? (Select all that apply) [0116]
- A. r2
- B. e1
- C. Interim
- D. i1
Answer: A
Explanation:
Only in r2 assessments can organizations carve out third-party controls as not applicable if the responsibility lies entirely with a third party (e.g., inherited from a cloud provider).
In e1 and i1 assessments, carve-outs are not allowed because they are standardized, prescriptive frameworks.
Interim assessments are continuations of r2 certifications and do not allow carve-outs beyond the initial scope.
Extract Reference (HITRUST CSF Inheritance and Scoping Guidance [0116]):
Third-party carve-outs as N/A are only permitted in r2 assessments, as i1 and e1 follow prescriptive control sets.
NEW QUESTION # 87
When an implementation gap is remediated, what is the minimum number of days the control must operate before retesting? [0130]
- A. 60 Days
- B. 90 Days
- C. 30 Days
- D. Immediately
Answer: A
Explanation:
For Implemented domain remediations, HITRUST requires 60 days of operation before retesting.
This ensures the control is not only deployed, but also functioning effectively over time.
A 30-day threshold applies to Policy/Process, while Implemented requires longer to validate consistent application.
Extract Reference (HITRUST CSF Scoring & CAP Guidance [0130]):
Implementation gaps must show at least 60 days of operating effectiveness before retesting can validate remediation.
NEW QUESTION # 88
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