Which of the following NIST Special Publication documents provides a guideline on network security testing?

A.
NIST SP 800-53A

B.
NIST SP 800-53

C.
NIST SP 800-42

D.
NIST SP 800-37

E.
NIST SP 800-59

F.
NIST SP 800-60

Explanation:

NIST SP 800-42 provides a guideline on network security testing. Answer options D, B, A, E, and F are incorrect. NIST has developed a suite of documents for conducting Certification & Accreditation (C&A). These documents are as follows. NIST Special Publication 800-37. This document is a guide for the security certification and accreditation of Federal Information Systems.
NIST Special Publication 800-53. This document provides a guideline for security controls for Federal Information Systems.
NIST Special Publication 800-53A. This document consists of techniques and procedures for verifying the effectiveness of security controls in Federal Information System. NIST Special Publication 800-59. This document is a guideline for identifying an information system as a National Security System.
NIST Special Publication 800-60. This document is a guide for mapping types of information and information systems to security objectives and risk levels.