The NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) is a set of guidelines and best practices developed by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), which is a federal agency within the United States Department of Commerce. The framework provides organizations with a flexible and risk-based approach to managing cybersecurity risks.
The NIST CSF is designed to be scalable and adaptable to various organizations regardless of their size, sector, or technological environment. It helps organizations establish or improve their cybersecurity programs, assess their current state of cybersecurity, and prioritize investments and resources to effectively manage cyber risks.
The Center for Internet Security (CIS) Controls, formerly known as the SANS Top 20 Critical Security Controls, is a set of cybersecurity best practices and guidelines developed by the Center for Internet Security. The CIS Controls are designed to provide organizations with a prioritized and actionable approach to improve their cybersecurity defenses.
The CIS Controls consist of a list of 20 specific security controls that organizations can implement to enhance their security posture. These controls are based on real-world attacks, expert guidance, and best practices from various cybersecurity domains. The controls are organized into three implementation groups.
