| name | Protective Technology (PR.PT)_protective-technology |
| description | Protective Technology |
| category | authorization |
| version | 2.0 |
| author | cyberstrike-official |
| tags | ["nist","csf","v2.0","protective technology (pr-pt)","pr","category"] |
| tech_stack | ["aws","azure","gcp","linux","windows"] |
| cwe_ids | ["CWE-284"] |
| chains_with | [] |
| prerequisites | [] |
| severity_boost | {} |
Protective Technology (PR.PT) Protective Technology
High-Level Description
Function: PROTECT (PR)
Framework: NIST Cybersecurity Framework v2.0
Protective Technology
What to Check
How to Test
Step 1: Identify Current Profile
Determine the organization's current and target CSF profile tier for Protective Technology (PR.PT).
Step 2: Assess Outcome Achievement
# Review organizational policies and procedures
# Check for evidence that Protective Technology (PR.PT) outcome is met
# Interview stakeholders responsible for PROTECT
Step 3: Map to Technical Controls
Identify which SP 800-53 controls implement this CSF outcome and verify their operating effectiveness.
Tools
| Tool | Purpose | Usage |
|---|
| cloud-audit-mcp | Assess cloud security posture | cloud_audit_* tools |
| Manual Review | Policy and procedure review | Interviews and documentation |
Remediation Guide
Achieve the Protective Technology (PR.PT) Protective Technology outcome:
Implement controls that satisfy the Protective Technology outcome per NIST CSF v2.0.
Risk Assessment
| Finding | Severity | Impact |
|---|
| Protective Technology (PR.PT) Protective Technology outcome not achieved | High | PROTECT Function Gap |
CWE Categories
| CWE ID | Title |
|---|
| CWE-284 | Improper Access Control |
References