In our previous post, we explained the purpose and key impacts of #NIS2 for organisations (https://lnkd.in/eMkkWt8C). Today, let’s look at which entities fall under the scope of its provisions. 💯 Essential and Important Entities 💯 Entities that fall within the scope of #NIS2 are divided into two categories: ‘Essential Entities’ and ‘Important Entities’. This categorisation is based upon the criticality of their sector, the type of service they provide, and their size. 🌓 What’s the difference between the two categories? 🌓 Both 'Essential Entities' and 'Important Entities' are subject to the same cybersecurity standards and the same cyber-incident reporting requirements (which we will analyse in more detail in our next post). So the question is: why distinguish between these two categories? Let’s have a look at who qualifies as an Essential Entity or an Important Entity and why that distinction matters…
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Trying to work out if you are an "Essential Entity" or an "Important Entity" for when #NIS2 comes into effect later this year, and want to know what the difference is and why it matters? Then check out Marco Piana's helpful visual guide for Digiphile below 👇
In our previous post, we explained the purpose and key impacts of #NIS2 for organisations (https://lnkd.in/eMkkWt8C). Today, let’s look at which entities fall under the scope of its provisions. 💯 Essential and Important Entities 💯 Entities that fall within the scope of #NIS2 are divided into two categories: ‘Essential Entities’ and ‘Important Entities’. This categorisation is based upon the criticality of their sector, the type of service they provide, and their size. 🌓 What’s the difference between the two categories? 🌓 Both 'Essential Entities' and 'Important Entities' are subject to the same cybersecurity standards and the same cyber-incident reporting requirements (which we will analyse in more detail in our next post). So the question is: why distinguish between these two categories? Let’s have a look at who qualifies as an Essential Entity or an Important Entity and why that distinction matters…
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Need more intel on #NIS2? Digiphile got you covered. Today we publish our second post of the series on NIS2 and we look at the its protagonists, who they are and what are the differences in the regime applicable to them.
In our previous post, we explained the purpose and key impacts of #NIS2 for organisations (https://lnkd.in/eMkkWt8C). Today, let’s look at which entities fall under the scope of its provisions. 💯 Essential and Important Entities 💯 Entities that fall within the scope of #NIS2 are divided into two categories: ‘Essential Entities’ and ‘Important Entities’. This categorisation is based upon the criticality of their sector, the type of service they provide, and their size. 🌓 What’s the difference between the two categories? 🌓 Both 'Essential Entities' and 'Important Entities' are subject to the same cybersecurity standards and the same cyber-incident reporting requirements (which we will analyse in more detail in our next post). So the question is: why distinguish between these two categories? Let’s have a look at who qualifies as an Essential Entity or an Important Entity and why that distinction matters…
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CMMC Title 32 was published today. The rule's effective date is December 16th, 2024. We expect this rule, which contains numerous cybersecurity requirements, to be included in contracts and solicitations in early 2025. What does this mean? If your company is involved with the Defense Industrial Base in any capacity, it must meet one of the three CMMC Levels. Has your team started preparing for CMMC yet? If not, or if you don't know, contact our team today. Dewpoint is a registered practitioner organization with the Cyber AB, the official accreditation body of the CMMC Ecosystem. Our experts can help you assess your current state, roadmap your priorities, and implement solutions to prepare your organization for CMMC compliance. Contact Dewpoint 📞 https://lnkd.in/d3hDWFy Learn more about the Cyber AB 💻 https://lnkd.in/gxz9VH-2 Download our CMMC Guide and Checklist ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/gCw-Pe84 #makingITpersonal #dewpoint #cmmc
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On December 10, the EU regulation on horizontal cybersecurity requirements for products with digital elements (Cyber Resilience Act) entered into force. The Cyber Resilience Act introduces harmonized rules for placing connected hardware and software products on the market, mandatory cybersecurity requirements, and corresponding obligations for actors across the value chain. It will impact companies that design, develop, produce, and make such products available on the EU market. For more information, read our recent blog post, “The EU Cyber Resilience Act Has Entered into Force: 10 Things You Need to Know About It,” authored by partner Anne-Gabrielle HAIE and associate Maria Avramidou: https://lnkd.in/eRpM-u3m
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Struggling with multi-framework compliance? 🤯 Don't miss this opportunity to simplify and streamline your approach! Tomorrow at 11 am AEST, Daniel Johns will break down everything you need to know: ✅ Why standardized frameworks are a game-changer ✅ How to determine your current maturity levels ✅ Choosing the right frameworks and setting achievable goals ✅ Effective reporting strategies ✅ A simplified approach to multi-framework assessments, risk reporting, and compliance This is your chance to gain valuable insights and tackle compliance challenges head-on. Register now https://lnkd.in/gw-tAn5g or message me for more info!
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Partnering for security just makes sense. How is easy…lean on partnerships to properly configure technology to PROTECT then task partners with 24x7 DETECT/ RESPOND. The why is below… The evolving threat landscape demands skilled cyber talent. Learn how to address this challenge in the final article of BDO Global’s Guardians of Digital Trust series. https://bit.ly/48qijWT
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📄 White paper: The Cyber Resilience Act – What you need to know now! 🔐 With the Cyber Resilience Act, the EU is introducing strict new requirements that will affect any company that develops or sells connected products. What does this mean for you? Our free white paper has the answers! Find out now: 🔍 What the Cyber Resilience Act requires of your IT products ⚙️ How to ensure compliance 🚀 What actions you need to take now to remain competitive Download the white paper here and gain valuable insights to secure your digital future 👉 http://tuv.li/1kTE
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The incidents of last week highlighted the need for a focus on cybersecurity. Minimum industry standards and best practices and protocols. Every business needs to be prepared and proactive. Last week’s incident may have tested your cyber resilience. Did it work? If not, you need to plan now. We help businesses with readiness, resilience and response. If you are a General Counsel, you will need to understand the new regulations coming soon. Please connect to learn more and start a conversation. #cyber #cyberregulations #cyberlegislation
For the first time in six years, the U.K. announced plans for two new pieces of cybersecurity legislation in yesterday’s speech from the King. The Digital Information and Smart Data Bill focuses on data use, including the creation of new digital verification services. The Cyber Security and Resilience Bill provides an update to the existing Network and Information Security (NIS) Regulations from 2018 and is aimed at further protecting critical national infrastructure and supply chains. As further details emerge surrounding these bills, FTI Consulting Cybersecurity is prepared to assist organizations with timely compliance to the legislation. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4d6UzrX
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Join Sidley and OneTrust DataGuidance for a webinar on new European Cyber Laws, including: NISD2, Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA), Cyber Resilience Act (CRA), Critical Entities Resilience Act (CER), and the Cybersecurity Directive. This discussion will provide you with the key information needed to determine which of these new EU Cyber Laws may apply to your business, what your business is required to do, and by when. Sidley speakers include partners Francesca Blythe, William Long, and Max Savoie. Learn more here, https://bit.ly/4cyihgU.
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1yAnother clear and simple guide on a complex topic from Digiphile. Thank you Phil Lee!