CyberSecurity Frameworks
Comprehensive collection of security frameworks, standards, and methodologies
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Industry-Specific Compliance 4
Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard
Organization: PCI Security Standards Council
Security standard for organizations that handle credit card information.
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Scope: Payment Card Data Protection
Industry: Financial Services, Retail
Compliance: Mandatory
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Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act
Organization: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Federal law protecting sensitive patient health information.
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Scope: Healthcare Data Protection
Industry: Healthcare
Compliance: Mandatory
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Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program
Organization: U.S. General Services Administration
Government-wide program for cloud security assessment and authorization.
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Scope: Cloud Security for Government
Industry: Government, Cloud Providers
Compliance: Mandatory
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HITRUST Common Security Framework
Organization: HITRUST Alliance
Comprehensive security framework for healthcare and other regulated industries.
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Scope: Healthcare and Regulated Industries
Industry: Healthcare, Financial Services
Compliance: Certification
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Framework Implementation Best Practices
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.
Training & Awareness
Invest in training staff on framework requirements and implementation.
Continuous Monitoring
Establish ongoing monitoring and measurement processes for effectiveness.
Regular Updates
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