Introducing NIST CSF v1.1

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Cybersecurity Framework Version 1.1 (CSF v1.1) is a voluntary framework that provides guidelines and practices for cybersecurity risk that was created through a public-private collaboration.

CSF v1.1 consists of three main components:

• Framework Core: Provides a set of desired cybersecurity activities and outcomes using a common language that is easy to understand.

• Implementation Tiers: Assist organizations by providing context on how an organization views cybersecurity risk management.

• Profiles: An organization’s unique alignment of its organizational requirements and objectives, risk appetite, and resources against the desired outcomes of the Framework Core.

The Framework is not prescriptive and allows organizations flexibility in customizing practices based on their priorities, resources, and risk tolerance. It is aimed at helping organizations foster communications on cybersecurity issues internally and with external partners.

Why NIST CSF framework is significant?

The Framework enables end-to-end risk management communications across an organization & strengthen its cybersecurity program.

• Superior and Unbiased Cybersecurity: The NIST CSF is widely recognized as an industry best practice and provides comprehensive framework controls.

• Enable long-term cybersecurity and risk management: The CSF helps organizations move from one-off compliance to a more adaptive and responsive approach to managing cybersecurity risk.

• Ripple Effects Across Supply Chains: Using the CSF fosters trust between partners and enables faster business growth while staying secure.

• Bridge the Gap Between Technical and Business-side Stakeholders: The CSF helps align the priorities and perspectives of both technical and business stakeholders in an organization.

• Versatility and Customization: The Framework can be customized for use by organizations of all sizes, sectors, and maturities.

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