What is the NIS2 directive?
Designed to boost cybersecurity efforts across EU, the NIS2 Directive introduces requirements for risk management and incident reporting, extends its applicability to additional sectors, and enforces high penalties for non-compliance.
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The main NIS2 requirements: what you need to know
Risk management
Develop guidelines for risk assessment and information security to manage digital security threats effectively.
Incident handling plan
Create a detailed strategy for rapid response and management of potential security incidents.
Business continuity
Safeguard operational stability with regular backups, resilient recovery strategies, and effective crisis planning.
Supply chain security
Strengthen security across supplier networks by identifying risks and ensure that third-party vendors and service providers adhere to the highest security standards.
System security lifecycle
Keep security strong at every stage – from acquiring and developing systems to ongoing maintenance and vulnerability management.
Effectiveness assessment
Establish protocols to regularly review the performance of cybersecurity risk management strategies.
Cyber hygiene training
Promote critical cybersecurity habits with ongoing training and awareness initiatives for employees.
Cryptographic measures
Establish, implement, and apply detailed policies and procedures for the proper use of encryption and cryptographic tools. These policies must ensure the effective use of cryptography to protect the integrity of information.
Access control and asset oversight
Set clear guidelines for secure employee access to sensitive data and implement a detailed asset management strategy.
Advanced authentication
Integrate multi-factor authentication, ensure secure communication, and encrypt emergency access channels.
Network security
Secure networks and systems through protected architecture, segmented zones, controlled access, and managed remote connectivity.
NIS2 compliance made simpler with NordPass
Navigating the NIS2 directive can be difficult, but NordPass is here to make it easier. Our tools and features are tailored to support your organization’s journey toward compliance.
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NordPass supports cybersecurity by providing tools like Password Health, Password Generator, Password Policy, and autosave, enabling secure password management. This reinforces the importance of cybersecurity and promotes effective cyber hygiene.
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Frequently asked questions
The NIS2 Directive entered into force on January 16, 2023. EU member states must implement it into their national laws by October 17, 2024, after which its provisions will generally come into effect.
The original NIS Directive, established in 2016, set cybersecurity requirements for essential EU services. The NIS2 Directive, introduced in 2023, expands the scope to include more sectors, imposes stricter security obligations, and enhances enforcement measures to better address evolving cyber threats.
Organizations should start off by comparing their cybersecurity practices with the requirements of the directive, identifying their classification under NIS2, and taking steps such as strengthening security controls, incident response planning, and training their staff. Refer to a detailed guide or expert advice on specific requirements and ways to comply with the NIS2 Directive.
No, NIS2 is not a certification. It is an EU directive that sets cybersecurity requirements for organizations, which must be implemented into national laws by member states.
Penalties for non-compliance with NIS2 are similar to those of under GDPR and can include fines of up to €10 million or 2% of the organization’s global annual turnover, whichever is higher, as well as other corrective measures imposed by national authorities.
Implementing NIS2 in your organization involves a thorough review of your current cybersecurity practices and adjusting them to meet the directive's stricter standards. It’s not a one-size-fits-all process – each organization’s approach will depend on its size, industry, and risk profile. Most companies will benefit from consulting legal and cybersecurity experts to navigate the specifics of the directive and to ensure that compliance measures are both effective and sustainable.
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