Does Sprinto support the CIS framework, and how does it work?

Yes, Sprinto supports the CIS framework.

The CIS Controls Framework sets up and promotes cybersecurity best practices developed by the Center for Internet Security (CIS). Essentially, it is a roadmap for organizations to strengthen their security posture, and Sprinto can help you implement it seamlessly.

Here’s how.

• CIS Critical Security Controls v8.0: This is a set of cybersecurity best practices that help you tackle the most common threats. These controls overlap quite a bit with our SOC 2 and ISO 27001 programs, so supporting them is a breeze.
• CIS Benchmarks: These are detailed recommendations for securing specific systems, like operating systems or cloud platforms like AWS. If you focus solely on these benchmarks, you might find specialized tools and scanners to automate the process. They’re built to check your configurations quickly.

Are the CIS Controls a replacement for the other frameworks?

The CIS controls aren’t meant to replace other regulatory or compliance frameworks. Instead, they complement them. They actually map to most of the major frameworks you might be familiar with, like the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27000 series, PCI DSS, HIPAA, and more.

CIS controls will help you align with these other frameworks and provide a starting point to enhance your security efforts without conflicting with existing requirements. So, they work alongside these frameworks, making it easier to manage and meet your compliance needs.

But here’s the thing—Sprinto can help with this. We can customize the platform to include these checks and manage all the evidence you’ll need for compliance. While those automated tools are out there, Sprinto can still be your go-to for handling both the benchmarks and your broader security and compliance needs.