CIS CONTROLS V8: Center for Internet Security

Center for Internet Security (CIS) enforces the Critical Security Controls (CSCs), a set of best practices and guidelines designed to safeguard organizations against cyber threats. CIS is a comprehensive cybersecurity framework that includes regular updates and audits to ensure adherence to industry-standard security measures and enhance overall cyber defense capabilities.

The CIS Critical Security Controls v8 are a prioritized set of 18 cybersecurity best practices designed to help organizations reduce cyber risk and improve security maturity. They provide a practical roadmap for what to do first and how to scale security as the organization grows.

The Controls focus on visibility, identity, vulnerability reduction, monitoring, and response, and are aligned with major frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, and SOC 2.

Key benefits

• Establishes baseline protection

• Improves asset visibility and identity security

• Reduces vulnerability and exposure

• Enhances detection and response readiness

• Supports compliance and governance

CIS Controls v8 is a practical, prioritized framework for building a measurable, risk-based cybersecurity program.