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NIST Cybersecurity Framework
Acronym : NIST CSF
The NIST Cybersecurity Framework is a widely adopted reference model that structures cybersecurity management around five functions: identify, protect, detect, respond and recover.
Why it matters
It provides a common language and a recognized maturity grid to objectively situate an organization, regardless of its size or sector.
Concrete example
A company uses the NIST CSF to identify that its "detect" function lags behind its "protect" function, and prioritizes investment accordingly.
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