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# CSF |
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## Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) Summary |
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The Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) is a set of guidelines aimed at helping organizations better protect their critical infrastructure from cyber threats. Developed by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), this voluntary framework provides a flexible, risk-based approach to managing cybersecurity risks. |
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## Key Components of CSF |
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CSF comprises three key components: |
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- **Core** - Consists of five functions, each representing a high-level cybersecurity activity: |
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- Identify: Understand the organization's cybersecurity risks. |
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- Protect: Implement safeguards to protect the critical infrastructure. |
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- Detect: Identify the occurrence of a potential cybersecurity event. |
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- Respond: Develop and implement appropriate actions to address detected cybersecurity events. |
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- Recover: Implement plans to restore systems and services after a cybersecurity incident. |
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- **Tiers** - Provide context for organizations to consider the robustness of their cybersecurity program: |
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- Tier 1: Partial – Minimal cybersecurity risk management practices. |
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- Tier 2: Risk Informed – Risk management practices in place, but not consistently applied. |
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- Tier 3: Repeatable – Risk management practices are consistent across the organization. |
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- Tier 4: Adaptive – Proactive approach to managing cybersecurity risks. |
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- **Profiles** - Organizations create profiles to align their cybersecurity activities with their organizational goals, risk tolerance, and resources. A target profile represents desired outcomes, whereas a current profile reflects the current state of cybersecurity programs. |
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## Benefits of Implementing CSF |
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- Enhanced understanding of cybersecurity risks and corresponding management strategies within an organization. |
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- Improved ability to prioritize cybersecurity investments based on risk assessments. |
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- Strengthened communication between different departments and stakeholders regarding cybersecurity expectations and progress. |
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- Compliance with industry standards and guidelines, including support for organizations subject to regulatory requirements. |
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CSF offers organizations a structured approach to improving their cybersecurity posture. By following this framework, organizations can manage their cybersecurity risks more effectively, create a stronger defense against cyberattacks, and maintain the resilience of their critical infrastructure. |