Demystifying cybersecurity terms: Policy, Standard, Procedure, Controls, Framework, Zero Trust

I am often asked what is the difference between Policy, Standard, Procedure in cybersecurity. Well, here it is: 1. Cybersecurity Standard A cybersecurity standard is a set of guidelines, criteria, or best practices that organizations follow to ensure that their security controls and procedures align with industry standards or regulatory requirements. Standards provide a benchmark […]

Zero Trust in Cybersecurity: from myth to the guide

Every single day I read news on various portals and on LinkedIn and I encounter a lot of buzz words. Most of the time I just smile recognizing the marketing b**it, and continue to scroll… This time, I found an article from the Germany’s Federal Bureau of Information Security (BSI) and it was about Zero […]

NIS2: 3.Establish a cybersecurity framework

We wrote here https://www.sorinmustaca.com/how-to-nis2-eu-directive/ that the 3rd  step in implementing the requirements of the directive is to establish a cybersecurity framework. If you haven’t read what a cybersecurity framework means, then you should read article: https://www.sorinmustaca.com/demystifying-cybersecurity-terms-policy-standard-procedure-controls-framework/ .   Establishing a cybersecurity framework is critically important for organizations of all sizes and types because it is […]

How to implement an Information Security Management System (ISMS)

We wrote here https://www.sorinmustaca.com/how-to-nis2-eu-directive/ that the 3rd  step in implementing the requirements of the directive is to establish a cybersecurity framework. If you haven’t read what a cybersecurity framework means, then you should read article: https://www.sorinmustaca.com/demystifying-cybersecurity-terms-policy-standard-procedure-controls-framework/ . An ISMS is typically based on the ISO 27001 standard, which provides a framework for establishing, implementing, maintaining, […]

NIS2: 2.Designate a responsible person or team

We wrote here https://www.sorinmustaca.com/how-to-nis2-eu-directive/ that the second step in implementing NIS2 requirements is to designate a responsible person or team. Appointing an individual or a team responsible for overseeing the implementation of the NIS2 directive within your company is critical to ensure its success. NIS2 implementation and compliance is a project, and as any project must […]