CyberSecurity Frameworks
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Open Web Application Security Project
Organization: OWASP Foundation
Community-driven organization focused on improving software security.
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Scope: Application Security
Industry: All Industries
Compliance: Voluntary
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Software Assurance Maturity Model
Organization: OWASP Foundation
Framework for measuring and improving software security practices.
Scope & Industry:
Scope: Software Security Maturity
Industry: Software Development
Compliance: Voluntary
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Building Security In Maturity Model
Organization: Synopsys
Study of existing software security initiatives to provide a measuring stick.
Scope & Industry:
Scope: Software Security Initiative Measurement
Industry: Software Development
Compliance: Voluntary
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Start with Assessment
Begin with a current state assessment to understand gaps and priorities.
Phased Approach
Implement frameworks in phases, starting with high-priority areas.
Executive Support
Ensure strong leadership support and adequate resource allocation.
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Invest in training staff on framework requirements and implementation.
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Establish ongoing monitoring and measurement processes for effectiveness.
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Keep frameworks current with evolving threats and business requirements.
Framework Comparison Matrix
| Framework | Industry | Complexity | Cost | Adoption | Maturity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NIST CSF | All Industries | Medium | Free | 95% | Mature |
| ISO 27001 | All Industries | High | Paid | 88% | Mature |
| MITRE ATT&CK | All Industries | High | Free | 90% | Mature |
| PCI DSS | Financial/Retail | High | Compliance | 92% | Mature |
| CIS Controls | All Industries | Medium | Free | 82% | Mature |
| OWASP | Software Dev | Medium | Free | 95% | Mature |
Framework Selection Guide
For Beginners
- • NIST CSF: Start here for overall security program
- • CIS Controls: Practical, prioritized security measures
- • OWASP Top 10: Essential for application security
For Compliance
- • ISO 27001: International certification standard
- • PCI DSS: Payment card industry requirements
- • HIPAA: Healthcare data protection
- • FedRAMP: Government cloud services
For Advanced Teams
- • MITRE ATT&CK: Threat intelligence and hunting
- • PTES: Advanced penetration testing
- • SAMM: Software security maturity
- • NIST SP 800-53: Comprehensive controls
Latest Framework Updates
NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0
Released February 2024 with enhanced governance function and supply chain focus.
Updated: Feb 2024MITRE ATT&CK v14
Latest version includes new techniques for cloud environments and mobile platforms.
Updated: Oct 2023PCI DSS v4.0
Major update with new requirements for authentication and encryption.
Updated: Mar 2022