{"id":46291,"date":"2024-10-10T15:25:19","date_gmt":"2024-10-10T13:25:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.schneider.systems\/?p=46291"},"modified":"2024-10-10T15:40:41","modified_gmt":"2024-10-10T13:40:41","slug":"microsoft-security-solutions-network-and-information-security-directive-nis2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.schneider.systems\/lu\/microsoft-security-solutions-network-and-information-security-directive-nis2\/","title":{"rendered":"Microsoft Security solutions: Network and Information Security Directive (NIS2)"},"content":{"rendered":"

In October 2024,<\/strong> the EU Network and Information Security Directive (NIS2)<\/strong> goes into effect,<\/strong> setting new standards<\/strong> for cybersecurity. Microsoft<\/strong> offers several solutions to help organizations meet NIS2 requirements<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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What is NIS2?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Network and Information Security Directive (NIS2) is the new European cybersecurity directive<\/strong> that will require organizations to establish a baseline of security measures to mitigate the risk of cyber-attacks and to improve the overall level of cybersecurity in the EU<\/strong> (or those doing business with the EU<\/strong>). Coming into effect in October 2024, it is the most comprehensive legislation yet, covering 15 different sectors.<\/p>\n

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What are the key requirements of NIS2?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

The directive aims to harmonize cybersecurity requirements and their enforcement across member states by setting a benchmark of ‘minimum measures,’<\/strong> which includes risk assessments, policies and procedures for cryptography, security procedures for employees with access to sensitive data, multi-factor authentication, and cybersecurity training<\/strong>. It also directs companies to create a plan for handling and reporting security incidents<\/strong>, as well as managing business operations during and after a security incident<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

While introducing baseline cybersecurity measures for organizations in targeted sectors, NIS2 will put a lot more focus on supply chain and data security<\/strong> compared to all pre-existing legislations and control frameworks.<\/p>\n

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Navigating the complex world of NIS2 with Microsoft Security solutions<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Microsoft Security solutions<\/strong> are designed so organizations can better manage security risks, protect against cyberattack, and minimize the impacts of cybersecurity incidents. Microsoft\u2019s Zero Trust<\/strong> principles and platform approach align well with NIS2 objectives for organizations today.<\/p>\n

NIS2 builds on previous legislations like NIS1 and GDPR<\/strong>, though it adds many new requirements<\/strong>. For instance, organizations must now adopt a robust risk management strategy, timely incident reporting, the ability to scrutinize the supply chain, and maintenance of a complete inventory of all digital assets. Here are the main Microsoft Security solutions that can help:<\/p>\n