Cyber AB Certified CMMC Professional (CCP) CMMC-CCP Exam Practice Test

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Question 1

What is objectivity as it applies to activities with the CMMC-AB?



Answer : C

nderstanding Objectivity in CMMC-AB ActivitiesObjectivityin CMMC-AB activities refers to therequirement that assessors and C3PAOs remain impartial, unbiased, and free from conflicts of interestwhile conducting assessments and providing CMMC-related services.

Key Aspects of Objectivity in CMMC Assessments:No conflicts of interest---Assessors must not assess organizations they havefinancial, professional, or personal ties to.

Unbiased reporting---Findings must bebased solely on evidence, with no external influence.

Avoiding even the appearance of a conflict---If there isany perception of bias, it must be addressed.

A . Ensuring full disclosure Incorrect

Full disclosure is importantbut doesnot define objectivity. Objectivity meansremaining neutral and free from conflicts.

B . Reporting results of CMMC services completely Incorrect

Whileaccurate reporting is required,objectivity focuses on impartiality, not just completeness.

C . Avoiding the appearance of or actual, conflicts of interest Correct

Objectivity in CMMC-AB activities is primarily about preventing bias and ensuring fair assessments.

Avoiding conflicts of interest ensures thatassessments are credible and trustworthy.

D . Demonstrating integrity in the use of materials as described in policy Incorrect

Integrity is important, butobjectivity is specifically about avoiding bias and conflicts of interest.

Why is the Correct Answer 'C. Avoiding the appearance of or actual, conflicts of interest'?

CMMC-AB Code of Professional Conduct

Requiresassessors and C3PAOs to avoid conflicts of interestand maintainimpartiality.

CMMC Assessment Process (CAP) Document

Emphasizes that assessments must befree from external influence and conflicts of interest.

ISO/IEC 17020 Requirements for Inspection Bodies

Definesobjectivity as avoiding conflicts of interest in the assessment process.

CMMC 2.0 Reference Supporting This Answer:


Question 2

While conducting a CMMC Assessment, an individual from the OSC provides documentation to the assessor for review. The documentation states an incident response capability is established and contains information on incident preparation, detection, analysis, containment, recovery, and user response activities. Which CMMC practice is this documentation attesting to?



Answer : A

Understanding CMMC 2.0 Incident Response PracticesTheIncident Response (IR) domaininCMMC 2.0 Level 2aligns withNIST SP 800-171, Section 3.6, which defines requirements forestablishing and maintaining an incident response capability.

The documentation provideddescribes an incident response capability that includes preparation, detection, analysis, containment, recovery, and user response activities.

IR.L2-3.6.1specifically requires organizations toestablish an incident handling processcovering:

Preparation

Detection & Analysis

Containment

Eradication & Recovery

Post-Incident Response

B . IR.L2-3.6.2: Incident Reporting (Incorrect)

Incident reporting focuses on reporting incidents to external parties (e.g., DoD, DIBNet),which isnot what the provided documentation describes.

C . IR.L2-3.6.3: Incident Response Testing (Incorrect)

Incident response testing ensures that the response process is regularly tested and evaluated,which isnot the primary focus of the documentation provided.

D . IR.L2-3.6.4: Incident Spillage (Incorrect)

Incident spillage specifically refers to CUI exposure or handling unauthorized CUI incidents,which isnot the scenario described.

The correct answer isA. IR.L2-3.6.1: Incident Handling, as the documentationattests to the establishment of an incident response capability.


CMMC 2.0 Level 2 Practices (NIST SP 800-171, Section 3.6)

CMMC Assessment Process (CAP) Guide

Question 3

Which example represents a Specialized Asset?



Answer : A

Understanding Specialized Assets in CMMCASpecialized Assetis defined asa system, device, or infrastructure component that is not a traditional IT system but still plays a role in cybersecurity or business operations.

Types of Specialized Assets (as per CMMC guidance):Operational Technology (OT)-- Industrial control systems, SCADA systems.

Security Operations Centers (SOCs)-- Dedicated cybersecurity monitoring and response centers.

IoT Devices-- Smart sensors, embedded systems.

Restricted IT Systems-- Systems with highly controlled access.

A . SOCs Correct

Security Operations Centers (SOCs) are specialized cybersecurity environmentsused forthreat monitoring, detection, and response.

They oftenoperate outside standard IT infrastructureand are classified asspecialized assetsunder CMMC.

B . Hosted VPN services Incorrect

VPN services are standard IT infrastructureanddo not qualify as specialized assets.

C . Consultants who provide cybersecurity services Incorrect

Consultants are personnel, not specialized assets. Specialized assets refer tosystems, devices, or infrastructure.

D . All property owned or leased by the government Incorrect

Government property is not automatically considered a specialized assetunder CMMC. Specialized assets refer tospecific IT or cybersecurity-related infrastructure.

Why is the Correct Answer 'SOCs' (A)?

CMMC 2.0 Assessment Process (CAP) Document

DefinesSpecialized Assetsand includesSOCsin its examples.

CMMC-AB Guidelines

Listssecurity infrastructure like SOCsasSpecialized Assetsdue to their unique cybersecurity function.

NIST SP 800-171 & CMMC 2.0 Security Domains

Recognizesdedicated security monitoring environmentsas part of an organization's cybersecurity posture.

CMMC 2.0 Reference Supporting This Answer:

Final Answer:A. SOCs (Security Operations Centers)


Question 4

Which NIST SP defines the Assessment Procedure leveraged by the CMMC?



Answer : D

Which NIST SP Defines the Assessment Procedures for CMMC?CMMC Level 2 isdirectly based on NIST SP 800-171, and the assessment procedures used in CMMC assessments are derived fromNIST SP 800-171A.

Step-by-Step Breakdown:1. NIST SP 800-171A Defines Assessment Procedures

NIST SP 800-171Ais titled'Assessing Security Requirements for Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)'.

It providesdetailed assessment objectives and test proceduresfor evaluating compliance withNIST SP 800-171 security requirements, whichCMMC Level 2 is fully aligned with.

CMMC Assessors use 800-171Aas abaseline for assessing the effectiveness of security controls.

2. Why the Other Answer Choices Are Incorrect:

(A) NIST SP 800-53

800-53 defines security controlsfor federal information systems, but it doesnot provide assessment procedures specific to CMMC.

(B) NIST SP 800-53A

800-53A provides assessment procedures for 800-53 controls, butCMMC is based on NIST SP 800-171, not 800-53.

(C) NIST SP 800-171

800-171 defines security requirements, butit does not provide assessment procedures. Theassessment proceduresare in800-171A.

TheCMMC Assessment Guide (Level 2)explicitly states that assessment procedures are derived fromNIST SP 800-171A.

Final Validation from CMMC Documentation:Thus, the correct answer is:


Question 5

Before submitting the assessment package to the Lead Assessor for final review, a CCP decides to review the Media Protection (MP) Level 1 practice evidence to ensure that all media containing FCI are sanitized or destroyed before disposal or release for reuse. After a thorough review, the CCP tells the Lead Assessor that all supporting documents fully reflect the performance of the practice and should be accepted because the evidence is:



Answer : B

CMMC Level 1 includes 17 practices derived fromFAR 52.204-21. Among them, theMedia Protection (MP) practicerequires organizations to ensure thatmedia containing FCI is sanitized or destroyed before disposal or release for reuseto prevent unauthorized access.

This requirement ensures that any storage devices, hard drives, USBs, or physical documents containingFederal Contract Information (FCI)areproperly disposed of or sanitizedto prevent data leakage.

The evidence collected for this practice should demonstrate that an organization has established and followed propermedia sanitization or destruction procedures.

Why the Correct Answer is 'B. Adequate'?TheCMMC Assessment Process (CAP) Guideoutlines that for an assessment to be considered complete, all submitted evidence must meet the standard ofadequacybefore it is accepted by the Lead Assessor.

Definition of 'Adequate' Evidence in CMMC:

Evidence isadequatewhen itfully demonstrates that a practice has been performed as requiredby CMMC guidelines.

TheLead Assessorevaluates whether the submitted documentation meets the CMMC 2.0 Level 1 requirements.

If the evidenceaccurately and completely demonstrates the sanitization or destruction of media containing FCI, then it meets the standard ofadequacy.

Why Not the Other Options?

A . Official-- While the evidence may come from an official source, the CMMCdoes not require evidence to be 'official', only that it beadequateto confirm compliance.

C . Compliant-- Compliance is the final result of an assessment, but before compliance is determined, the evidence must first beadequatefor evaluation.

D . Subjective-- CMMC evidence isobjective, meaning it should be based on verifiable documents, policies, logs, and procedures---not opinions or interpretations.

CMMC 2.0 Scoping Guide (Nov 2021)-- Specifies that Media Protection (MP) at Level 1 applies only to assets that process, store, or transmit FCI.

CMMC Assessment Process (CAP) Guide-- Definesadequate evidenceas documentation that completely and clearly supports the implementation of a required security practice.

FAR 52.204-21-- The source of the Level 1 requirements, which includessanitization and destruction of media containing FCI.

Relevant CMMC 2.0 Reference:Final Justification:The CCP's statement that the evidence'fully reflects the performance of the practice'aligns with the definition ofadequate evidenceunder CMMC. Since adequacy is the key standard used before final compliance decisions are made, the correct answer isB. Adequate.


Question 6

The results package for a Level 2 Assessment is being submitted. What MUST a Final Report. CMMC Assessment Results include?



Answer : B

Understanding the CMMC Level 2 Final Report RequirementsFor aCMMC Level 2 Assessment, theFinal CMMC Assessment Results Reportmust include:

Assessment findings for each practice

Final ratings (MET or NOT MET) for each practice

A detailed rationale for each practice rated as NOT MET

The CMMC Assessment Process (CAP) Guidestates that if a practice is markedNOT MET, theassessors must provide a rationale explaining why it failed.

This rationale helps theOSC understand what needs remediationand, if applicable, whether the deficiency can be addressed via aPlan of Action & Milestones (POA&M).

TheFinal Report serves as an official recordand must be submitted as part of theresults package.

A . Affirmation for each practice or control (Incorrect)

While the report includes aMET/NOT MET ratingfor each practice,affirmation is not a required component.

C . Suggested improvements for each failed practice (Incorrect)

Assessors do not provide recommendations for improvement---they only document findings and rationale.

Providing suggestions would create aconflict of interestperCMMC-AB Code of Professional Conduct.

D . Gaps or deltas due to any reciprocity model are recorded as met (Incorrect)

If an organization isleveraging reciprocity (e.g., FedRAMP, Joint Surveillance Voluntary Assessments), gapsmust still be documented---not automatically marked as 'MET.'

The correct answer isB. Documented rationale for each failed practice, as this is amandatory requirement in the Final CMMC Assessment Results Report.


CMMC Assessment Process (CAP) Guide

DFARS 252.204-7021

Question 7

A contractor provides services and data to the DoD. The transactions that occur to handle FCI take place over the contractor's business network, but the work is performed on contractor-owned systems, which must be configured based on government requirements and are used to support a contract. What type of Specialized Asset are these systems?



Answer : B

Understanding Restricted Information Systems (IS) in CMMC ScopingInCMMC 2.0,Specialized Assetsrefer to assets that do not fit traditional IT system categories but still play a role inprocessing, storing, or transmitting Federal Contract Information (FCI) or Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). The four categories ofSpecialized Assetsin theCMMC Scoping Guideinclude:

Internet of Things (IoT) Devices-- Smart or network-connected devices.

Restricted Information Systems (Restricted IS)-- Systems that arecontractually requiredto beconfigured to government specifications.

Test Equipment-- Devices used for specialized testing or measurement.

Government Property-- Equipment owned by theU.S. Governmentbut used by contractors.

The contractor-owned systems in question areconfigured based on government requirementsandused to support a DoD contract.

Restricted ISassets arecontractually requiredto meet government security requirements andhandle DoD-related information.

These systemsdo not fall under general IT assets but instead require special handling, making them a Restricted ISper theCMMC Scoping Guide.

A . IoT (Incorrect)

IoT devices includesmart devices, sensors, and embedded systems, but the contractor's business systems are not classified as IoT.

C . Test Equipment (Incorrect)

The contractor's systems areused for handling FCI, not for testing or measurement.

D . Government Property (Incorrect)

The systems arecontractor-owned, not owned by theU.S. Government, so they do not qualify asGovernment Property.

The correct answer isB. Restricted IS, as the systems arecontractor-owned but must follow DoD security requirements.


CMMC 2.0 Scoping Guide for Level 2

DoD CMMC Policy and DFARS 252.204-7012

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