Everything you need to know about NIS2 page

The Network and Information Security Directive (NIS) has been in effect in the European Union since 2016. This directive aims to strengthen the security and information security of vital sectors through specific measures and regulations. To implement the NIS directive, member states must establish a national framework to ensure the security and resilience of network and information systems in vital sectors. This includes identifying vulnerabilities, establishing security measures, and setting up a coordination mechanism for incident response. The ultimate goal is to protect the digital infrastructure of the European Union from cyber threats and ensure that vital services continue to operate even in the event of a cyber attack.

Key points of the NIS2 directive

With the introduction of NIS2, the sectors are more clearly defined. In addition to vital/essential sectors, NIS2 also includes suppliers. This means that organizations need to make proper agreements with suppliers to ensure security. Furthermore, it is crucial for organizations to establish good collaboration and communication with their suppliers so that they can jointly implement and maintain the required security measures.
Another significant change under NIS2 is that executives within organizations will be held accountable and must demonstrate active involvement in information security. This means that executives must play a proactive role in ensuring the security of their organization. They must ensure adequate supervision of security measures and conduct regular checks and audits to evaluate the effectiveness of these measures.
In addition to increased executive liability, compliance monitoring with security regulations will also be intensified. This means that stricter checks and audits will take place to verify whether organizations comply with the required security standards. From October 2024, even stricter measures will be taken against executives who are negligent in information security, ranging from fines to legal consequences, depending on the severity of the negligence.
Organizations need to take these changes seriously and ensure that they are well-prepared for the new information security requirements.

NIS2 Checklist

Essential Compliance Checklist

Quickly see which measures are mandatory and to what extent you already comply with them.

Tips and recommendations

Each measure comes with a practical tip, providing you with actionable insights.

Guide to NIS2 compliance

The NIS2 checklist serves as a comprehensive guide that leads you step by step through the requirements of the NIS2 directive

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A simple NIS2 checklist just for you!

We have created this checklist to make it as easy as possible to navigate through the NIS2 requirements.

NIS2 is a significant step forward in better protecting the EU against cyber attacks and responding more effectively to such incidents. Organizations within vital sectors need to take the right measures and be aware of the impact of information security on their operations.

In the past, pentesting was often conducted once, and reporting only occurred if vulnerabilities were found. However, in the current era, continuous and regular pentesting is crucial. This means conducting tests regularly to check if the implemented security measures are still effective and to identify and address potential vulnerabilities promptly. Continuous pentesting should not only be carried out when a product is put into use but also regularly to ensure that the security measures comply with NIS2 legislation.

Why continuous pentesting?

Proactively identify new vulnerabilities: As technology and threats change, new weaknesses can arise in your systems. Continuous testing helps find and fix these vulnerabilities before they can be exploited.
Meet NIS2 and regulatory requirements: Compliance with NIS2 and other security regulations requires regular security assessments. Continuous pentesting ensures your systems meet these standards.
Early Detection and Cost Savings: Continuous pentesting enables early detection of vulnerabilities, which can prevent costly breaches and reduce the need for expensive, last-minute fixes. By identifying and addressing weaknesses before they become critical issues, organizations can avoid the high costs associated with data breaches, downtime, and reputational damage.

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