What is the NIST Cybersecurity Framework? How risk management strategies can mitigate cyberattacks

The video features a discussion with Cynthia Brumfield about her book on cybersecurity risk management using the NIST Framework. It highlights the increasing impact of cyber incidents, such as the Colonial Pipeline attack, and the importance of effective risk management. The NIST Framework, developed under President Obama, is explained as a tool for organizations to enhance cybersecurity. The discussion also covers how the framework can be applied to various organizations, including those not classified as critical infrastructure, and emphasizes the importance of risk management strategies in defending against cyber incidents.

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