NIST Password Guidelines: 11 Rules to Follow (Latest Version Updated)
Passwords have always been a contentious topic within the cybersecurity world and among everyday users. No one enjoys understanding the complex rules or changing passwords regularly just because the calendar says so. Over the years, these frustrating requirements have led to poor password practices like sticky notes, password123, or reusing the same login across platforms….
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Nov 27, 2024
What is NIST CSF 2.0: Everything You Need to Know
TL,DR: NIST CSF 2.0 was published February 26, 2024, expanding scope from critical infrastructure to all industries and adding a 6th core function called “Govern” alongside Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, and Recover By 2020, 50% of U.S. organizations had adopted CSF 1.0 across all industries, prompting NIST to broaden applicability. CSF 2.0 enhances guidance on…
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Nov 01, 2024
NIST vs ISO 27001 Compliance: What’s the Difference?
NIST and ISO 27001 are two of the most sought after compliance certifications in the market today. While ISO/IEC 27001 takes a comprehensive approach to information security management, NIST sets the standards for information security, develops new technologies, and provides metrics to drive innovation and industrial competitiveness. So which among these standards suits you best?…
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Oct 20, 2024
CIS vs. NIST: Which Framework is Right For Your Business?
Designing and managing security architecture is a multifaceted task, and doing so without proper guidance can be challenging. Thankfully, numerous security frameworks are available to provide direction for your business. Two primary models in cyber security that are generally recognized internationally are CIS (Center for Internet Security) and NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology)….
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Oct 17, 2024
NIST Asset Management: Setup Process and Benefits
TL,DR: NIST asset management tracks both physical assets (computers, mobile devices, endpoints) and virtual assets (operating systems, applications, data, networks) to answer critical security questions about system vulnerabilities and configurations The setup process involves identifying all network assets, classifying them by criticality and data sensitivity, assigning ownership and accountability, implementing monitoring mechanisms, and establishing patch…
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Oct 16, 2024
A Quick Walk-Through of NIST CSF Maturity Levels and Models
Former U.S. Deputy Attorney General Paul McNulty once said, “If you think compliance is expensive, try non-compliance.” And we firmly believe that, and we know you believe that too, as you are serious about implementing NIST CSF maturity levels. So, without beating around the bush, let’s dive in and understand NIST CSF maturity levels and…
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Oct 07, 2024
