Episode 8: CIS Controls v8...First Impressions

Resources:

• Visit the CIS Website
• Download the CIS Controls v8
• Download CIS Controls v8 Change Log
• Join a CIS Controls Community

Highlights:

• Everything has to be measurable
• Everything has to be achievable
• CIS Controls v8 must have a peaceful coexistence with cybersecurity frameworks
• The Controls need to be backed by data and able to defend against real-world threats

First Impressions Matter

The CIS Controls team and volunteers pretty much rewrote every word of v8 in an effort to modernize and consolidate the document. CIS Controls v8 is a lot more focused and less redundant than previous versions. Find out what people are saying about this new Version!

Feedback: Request, Manage, Gather, & Use for the Greater Good

Organizations big and small rely on the CIS Controls to defend against the most prevalent cyber-attacks against systems and networks. And, they count on the Controls team to do the best job they can for the greater good of the cybersecurity community.