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Hyperproof comes with CIS Controls (including IG1, IG2, and IG3) out-of-the box so that you can easily meet the needs of your security program.

For organizations working with a CIS controls MSP, Hyperproof provides a centralized way to operationalize, monitor, and demonstrate adherence to CIS Security Controls across client environments.

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Define automated tests highlighting success or failure, conduct tests at any frequency you need, and automate workflows for managing the generated alarms with Hyperproof.

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Use Hyperproof’s Jumpstart feature to easily map CIS security controls to various frameworks, standards, and regulatory regimes like PCI DSS, SOC 2, NIST SP 800-53, and NIST CSF.

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CIS Security Resources

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Frequently Asked Questions About CIS Compliance

The CIS Critical Security Controls® (CIS Controls) are a prescriptive, prioritized set of 18 security controls and best practices designed to improve an organization’s cybersecurity defenses. The controls were originally developed by the SANS Institute before ownership was eventually transferred to the Center for Internet Security in 2015. The most recent version of CIS controls, version 8.1, was released in June 2024.

The CIS Controls framework gives security teams an established blueprint for hardening their environment without having to design a security program from scratch, and are used by organizations around the world to strengthen their security posture and mitigate common forms of cyber attacks.

You can learn more in our ultimate guide to CIS here.

CIS compliance is not mandated by the law, though organizations of all sizes often adhere to CIS requirements to establish a strong security posture, protect sensitive data, and help achieve regulatory requirements defined by other security frameworks. In particular, larger high-risk organizations or businesses operating in finance, healthcare, or government typically adhere to the security guidelines set forth by CIS.

Adhering to CIS standards offers a number of benefits, including:

Comprehensive coverage: CIS covers a broad range of security measures, addressing multiple aspects of cybersecurity.
Prioritization: The CIS Controls® are prioritized based on their effectiveness in mitigating cyber threats, helping organizations focus their resources on the most impactful actions and security gaps.
Ease of implementation: The CIS Controls® are designed to be actionable and practical, with detailed guidance and best practices to aid implementation.
Scalability: They are suitable for organizations of all sizes and industries, providing a flexible framework that can be tailored to specific needs.
Alignment with standards: CIS maps to other security standards, helping organizations maintain compliance with various regulatory frameworks.
Continuous improvement: CIS Controls® are regularly updated to evolve with the changing threat landscape.

CIS Controls are divided into three Implementation Groups (IGs): IG1, IG2, and IG3.

IG3 assists bigger enterprises with dedicated IT and security experts, and aims to prevent or lessen the impact of more sophisticated attacks.
IG1 is the foundational standard for organizations of all sizes and focuses on basic cybersecurity best practices to protect organizations from common cyber threats and attacks
IG2 controls are designed for organizations with more risk exposure and addresses broader or more complex threats than IG1.

The CIS Critical Security Controls® map to most major compliance frameworks such as SOC 2®, ISO 27001, NIST CSF, NIST 800-53, PCI DSS, HIPAA, CMMC, and more. CIS Controls are often viewed as the starting point for more comprehensive or precise frameworks. The Center for Internet Security’s CIS Critical Security Controls Navigator demonstrates the broad overlap between CIS Controls and other security standards.

Hyperproof’s CIS compliance software makes it easy to implement, monitor, and maintain CIS controls and evidence collection in conjunction with other frameworks. Hyperproof offers a comprehensive, integrated GRC platform that reduces manual effort and combines real-time risk monitoring, automated evidence collection, incident response tracking, and automated workflows across multiple frameworks.

While some CIS compliance solutions are solely focused on CIS Controls, Hyperproof’s multi-framework mapping helps teams apply existing controls across multiple frameworks like ISO 27001, NIST CSF, NIST 800-53 , PCI DSS, and more. This helps compliance teams avoid redundant work and utilizes a common control framework that meets the compliance requirements of CIS along with other frameworks.

Hyperproof comes with out-of-the-box CIS program templates for all three implementation groups, which include recommended security actions for your organization. For organizations with existing controls for other frameworks, it’s simple to edit the provided controls, add new controls, and remove superfluous ones.

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