How many controls does NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5 have?

NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5 contains 172 controls organized across 18 domains.

Where does NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5 apply?

NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5 is applicable in United States. Organizations operating in or serving customers in this jurisdiction should evaluate its requirements.

What frameworks does NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5 map to?

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NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5

Security and privacy controls for information systems and organizations.

Domains

SA - System and Services Acquisition

MP - Media Protection

PL - Planning

CM - Configuration Management

IR - Incident Response

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