CIS

Center for Internet Security

Non-profit publishing security best practices and benchmarks for IT systems

CIS ControlsBenchmarksHardening

Overview

The CIS Controls are 18 prioritized security actions that provide a practical framework for defending against cyber threats. For security integrators, CIS Benchmarks provide hardening guidelines for operating systems, network devices, and applications including common VMS and access control server platforms. CIS Controls v8 is increasingly referenced in Canadian federal and provincial procurement requirements for connected security systems.

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Directory categories where this standard is commonly referenced.

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Companies in Related Categories

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DatacomStructured CablingIndustrial Networking

Connectivity and industrial networking vendor spanning structured cabling, Hirschmann networking, and OT infrastructure.

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NetworkingNetwork Security

Enterprise networking platform vendor whose switching and wireless infrastructure underpin many IP security deployments.

Software Tool
Tools SoftwareNetwork ScanningNetwork Security

Search engine that scans and indexes internet-connected devices and exposed services.

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Tools SoftwareNetwork SecurityPenetration Testing

Vulnerability management vendor behind Nessus and the Tenable exposure management platform.

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