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NIST CSF 2.0

NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) 2.0 is an update to NIST CSF  framework.  It expands principles of NIST CSF and adds more structured guidance on minimizing cybersecurity risks. It encompasses organizations of all sizes, irrespective of their security maturity.

After the successful debut of the NIST CSF in 2014 and adoption by 50% of US-based organizations just after 6 years of release, NIST started working on NIST CSF 2.0 in 2022. The CSF 2.0 was released in February 2024 to include not just critical infrastructure sectors but also businesses ranging from schools and startups to enterprise and government organizations.

NIST CSF 2.0 also has a lot of informative references for better adoption and supports integration with other risk programs. reflecting the rapidly changing digital landscape and serving as a comprehensive tool for organizations to strengthen their cybersecurity defenses.

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