Updated whitepaper available: Aligning to the NIST Cybersecurity Framework in the AWS Cloud
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AWS has released an updated whitepaper on aligning with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) 2.0, reflecting significant changes to the framework published in February 2024.
- Introduces a new "Govern" Core Function emphasizing cybersecurity risk management
- Expands framework scope beyond critical infrastructure
- Provides enhanced guidance for privacy risk and supply chain security
- Maps AWS services to six CSF Core Functions: Govern, Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, and Recover
- Offers practical guidance for implementing AWS services to support cybersecurity objectives
The whitepaper helps organizations understand how to use AWS capabilities to improve their cybersecurity posture and align with the latest NIST framework requirements.
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