NIST 800-53 (Low & Privacy Baseline)

What is NIST 800-53 (Low & Privacy Baseline)?

NIST 800-53 (Low & Privacy Baseline) is a specialized subset of the NIST 800-53 framework designed for systems that require low-impact security controls and enhanced privacy measures. The Privacy Baseline focuses on safeguarding personal information, while the Low Baseline ensures adequate protection for low-risk systems.

Note: In Scrut, Low and Privacy baselines are two separate frameworks. Customers who need only one of these frameworks can enable it in their account by contacting the support team.

Why does it matter?

Organizations handling sensitive information or operating low-impact systems must ensure compliance with NIST standards to maintain secure operations and privacy assurance. The Privacy Baseline is increasingly critical in today’s regulatory landscape, where safeguarding personal data is paramount, while the Low Baseline helps ensure security without unnecessary overhead for low-risk environments.

What you get:

• Tailored compliance: Customers can now adopt controls specifically suited for low-impact systems and privacy-centric operations, streamlining their compliance efforts.

• Privacy-first approach: The Privacy Baseline ensures organizations can prioritize and protect sensitive personal data in line with modern privacy expectations.

• Efficiency & flexibility: By implementing the Low Baseline, customers can achieve compliance with reduced complexity, making it ideal for less critical systems while still ensuring robust security.

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