Did you know that the United States remains a highly targeted country for cybercrime? In fact, a report found that 46% of global cyberattacks are towards Americans. This is why many companies are now turning to popular cybersecurity frameworks like NIST to fortify their security posture. The NIST cybersecurity framework helps businesses of all sizes…
“Risk Management lets you appreciate the risk while you let someone else shoulder all the worry.” – Anthony T. Hincks Risk is a natural part of business and any projects you undertake. Whether it’s day-to-day operations or financial choices, risk is always present. But there’s a smart way to handle it: a Risk Management Framework….
If you process highly sensitive data in your systems, a basic security checklist of individual actions or tools – firewall, antivirus, data encryption won’t suffice. You need to safeguard your organization using a broader perspective and comprehensive approach covered in frameworks like NIST. The NIST 800-53 control families outline a set of controls organizations can…
A recent study revealed that cyber attacks cost businesses a staggering $4.45 million annually. To combat this, an executive order was recently signed, which mandated agencies to manage cybersecurity risks effectively. This reinforced the Federal Information Security Modernization Act (FISMA) of 2014, giving birth to the NIST cybersecurity framework 800-53. In this blog, we provide…
NIST 800-171, or NIST SP 800-171, is a guideline issued by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) for non-federal entities. It outlines rules for securely handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), covering storage, processing, and transmission. If your organization does business with the U.S. DoD, you must be NIST 800-171 compliant. It is designed…
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has long been a pivotal force in shaping global standards and guiding cybersecurity professionals. NIST has developed essential frameworks and guidelines that enhance the capabilities of both industry and government in identifying and responding to cyber threats. One such critical publication is NIST SP 800 137 which…