Ransomware is a type of malicious attack where attackers encrypt an organization’s data and demand payment to restore access. Attackers may also steal an organization’s information and demand an additional payment in return for not disclosing the information to authorities, competitors, or the public. The NIST Ransomware Risk Management guide provides best practices and strategies for preventing, and mitigating ransomware events. As part of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF), it focuses on organizational behaviors and practices to reduce the impact of ransomware attacks, as well as reducing the likelihood of a successful attack.
The Ransomware Risk Management Foundation is a certification intended for individuals seeking to validate their foundational knowledge of Ransomware Risk Management in accordance with NIST IR 8374 Ransomware Risk Management.
The exam covers topics such as Scope of NIST IR 8374 Ransomware Risk Management, Terms and Definitions, the Ransomware Challenge, Basic Ransomware Tips, and The Ransomware Community Profile.
The Ransomware Risk Management Foundation certification exam is an online, closed-book, and remotely proctored exam. It includes 40 questions, and the passing score is 70%. Candidates will have 60 minutes to complete the exam.
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Exam code |
ITC-158 |
Launch date |
March 5, 2025 |
Exam description |
The Ransomware Risk Management Foundation certification exam validates a candidate’s foundational knowledge of ransomware risk management in accordance with NIST IR 8374. |
Current version |
1.0 |
Exam format |
Multiple choice; computer-based; closed book |
Number of questions |
40 questions |
Passing score |
70% (28 out of 40) |
Exam duration |
60 minutes |
Level |
Foundation |
Languages |
English |
Exam description |
The exam covers topics such as Scope of NIST IR 8374 Ransomware Risk Management, Terms and Definitions, the Ransomware Challenge, Basic Ransomware Tips, and The Ransomware Community Profile. |
RECOMMENDED HOURS OF STUDY |
16 hours |
Bloom's Taxonomy |
Level 1 (Remembering), Level 2 (Understanding) and Level 3 (Applying) |
Recommended reading |
• NIST IR 8374 Ransomware Risk Management - A CSF 2.0 Community Profile |
Prerequisites |
There are no prerequisites for this certification |
Recommended experience |
Six months of work experience in Cybersecurity |
Validity period |
Lifetime |
Domains | Weight |
---|---|
1.Scope of NIST IR 8374 Ransomware Risk Management |
10% |
2. Terms and Definitions |
25% |
3. The Ransomware Challenge |
20% |
4. Basic Ransomware Tips |
15% |
5. Ransomware Community Profile. |
30% |
Total | 100% |
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