---
type: "csf-function"
title: "IDENTIFY"
description: "Find the weaknesses and exposure that enable the cluster step."
resource: "tlctc:csf-function:ID"
tags:
  - "controls"
  - "nist-csf"
  - "ID"
---
# IDENTIFY

Find the weaknesses and exposure that enable the cluster step. Left (cause) side of the bow-tie.

# Schema

- **CSF function:** IDENTIFY (ID)
- **Bow-tie position:** preventive (left)

Applies across all ten clusters; see each [control-objective set](/controls/index.md).