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CIS makes the connected world a safer place for people, businesses, and governments through our core competencies of collaboration and innovation.

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Dec 18, 2017

We're curious - What do YOU think will the biggest cybersecurity threat of 2018? (If you think we've missed one - reply to this poll & share your idea with us!)

Phishing
24.3%
Misconfig server breaches
31.8%
Credential re-use
15.9%
Ransomware/Extortion
28%

107 votesFinal results

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Jan 28, 2019

CIS CSAT: A FREE Tool for Assessing Implementation of CIS Controls

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CIS CSAT: A Free Tool for Assessing Implementation of CIS Controls

CIS CSAT is a free web application tool that tracks and prioritizes the implementation of the CIS Controls.

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Apr 5, 2019

CIS Controls V7.1 Introduces implementation groups which provide a simpler way to manage an organization's security improvement program. bit.ly/2G3zZMG #CISControls #cybersecurity #security

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V7.1 Introduces Implementation Groups to the CIS Controls™

Implementation Groups (IGs) are introduced in CIS Controls V7.1 They are a new prioritization for the CIS Controls, at the Sub-Control level.

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Jan 22, 2018

Kovter was the # 1 malware in December 2017 as reported by the MS-ISAC. Check out this blog post to learn about the other top 9. ow.ly/F0r130hVoJs #malware #trojan #ransomware

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Aug 29, 2017

Improve your cybersecurity posture with 20 prioritized actions to beat the vast majority of the most common attacks. ow.ly/IVIZ30eJ7q6

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Feb 9, 2018

Use #Linux or MS Windows Server confidently and securely in the cloud with CIS Hardened Images - available on

, &

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Jan 27, 2020

We asked our team what cybersecurity trends they think we'll see in 2020. #DevSecOps, #Ransomware, and #5G were just a few topics that came to mind. Have you thought about ways to deal with any of these issues in the new year? bit.ly/3a4yMSb

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Oct 10, 2020

The Fall 2020 Cybersecurity Quarterly is out now. Read it now!

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Cybersecurity Quarterly Fall 2020

Cybersecurity Quarterly Fall 2020 focuses on the important advances in cyber defense, along with new tools to track implementation of CIS Controls, and more.

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Apr 20, 2020

Have you read the Spring 2020 issue of Cybersecurity Quarterly yet? We're covering topics like teleworking, election security, and more!

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Cybersecurity Quarterly - Spring 2020

The Spring 2020 issue of Cybersecurity Quarterly includes articles highlighting the increase of workplaces going virtual and protecting the 2020 election.

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Oct 1, 2018

Never save passwords to any accounts on a browser. #CyberAware

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Jan 10, 2018

Is your operating system secure? How can you tell? Download a CIS Benchmark for #Linux, #MicrosoftWindows, or #UNIX to safeguard systems against today’s evolving cyber threats. ow.ly/zJuf30hEJNi

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Sep 6, 2016

There's always that one person that will fall for a #phishing scam. Don't let it be you. #cybersecurity

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Mar 28, 2022

If you want to start secure and stay secure, creating a strong #cybersecurity plan is key! Here are five essential Ws for getting started. bit.ly/3uEk9Sa

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Mar 6, 2020

Working from home these days? Ensure you and your team are keeping your home network secure. Check out our CIS Controls Telework and Small Office Network Security Guide. #cybersecurity #cyberdefense #networksecurity

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CIS Controls Telework and Small Office Network Security Guide

This guide is meant to assist individuals and organizations in securing commodity routers, modems, and other network devices.

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Jul 15, 2017

Great news- We are now offering CIS Hardened Images on #AWS & #GCP. ow.ly/RhEC30dxYOk

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Aug 29, 2019

We've released a new guide that will help teleworkers and small offices implement the cybersecurity best practices of the #CISControls. bit.ly/2LdiYkn

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Jun 25, 2020

#Cloudsecurity is becoming increasingly important. In the public cloud, there’s a shared responsibility between the Cloud Service Provider (CSP) and the user (you). Read more about where the responsibilities lie within different cloud environments. bit.ly/37pss6L

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Jul 14, 2017

Educate your employees about cybersecurity to help prevent a data breach within your organization: ow.ly/uCdA30dBhAY

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Jun 14, 2017

Get to know the CIS Controls: ow.ly/gTyY30cAioa

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Jan 13, 2020

In 2020, stop underestimating the value of culture. bit.ly/2ZXHAo4

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Jun 6, 2017

Skeptical of how secure your organization is? Implement the CIS Controls to defeat up to 85% of cyber-attacks. ow.ly/21u730ckyGH

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Jun 17, 2020

Are you prepared for a #ransomware attack? Check out the impacts of ransomware and useful defense controls.

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Ransomware Impacts and Defense Controls

Learn how ransomware threatens SLTT government systems and data, along with some best practices to help prevent an attack.

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Jul 29, 2020

Our #CISBenchmarks team worked with the community to develop a CIS Password Policy Guide.

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CIS Password Policy Guide: Passphrases, Monitoring, and More

The CIS Password Policy Guide consolidates password guidance into a single source and provides best practices and recommendations.

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@CISecurity

Jul 11, 2020

Organizations often concentrate too much on the most publicized security threats, paying less attention to threats that fly under the radar. The June 2020 Cybersecurity Quarterly discusses prioritizing the threats that matter.

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Cybersecurity Quarterly Summer 2020

The Summer 2020 issue of Cybersecurity Quarterly highlights the CIS Controls mapping in the 2020 Verizon DBIR, new mappings to the CIS Controls, and more.

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@CISecurity

Dec 8, 2017

CIS offers dozens of hardened images via major cloud computing vendors including Amazon Web Services (AWS), Google Cloud Platform (GCP), and Microsoft Azure. Spin up a CIS Hardened Image today. ow.ly/J5b730h2i3B

Center for Internet Security (CIS)

@CISecurity

Aug 1, 2018

Albert is a unique network monitoring solution that provides automated alerts on both traditional and advanced network threats, allowing organizations to respond quickly when their data may be at risk. Request information and pricing today!

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Real Security for Real Threats

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Nov 20, 2018

CIS Hardened Images are available on the

@awsmarketplace

@AzureMktPlace

, and @GCPcloud – so no matter which cloud provider you use, you can make security a baseline part of your #cloud infrastructure. ow.ly/3qs130mFQds

Center for Internet Security (CIS)

@CISecurity

Feb 7, 2019

Cybersecurity is a team sport! Collaborate with your colleagues to assess your organization's implementation of the CIS Controls. ow.ly/JHBZ30nzQ8E #CISControls

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CIS CSAT: A Free Tool for Assessing Implementation of CIS Controls

CIS CSAT is a free web application tool that tracks and prioritizes the implementation of the CIS Controls.

Center for Internet Security (CIS)

@CISecurity

Nov 24, 2019

Version 7.1 of the #CISControls completely revamp how organizations should prioritize their #cybersecurity activities with the introduction of Implementation Groups (IGs). Learn more from this blog post! bit.ly/2WLHdeG

Center for Internet Security (CIS)

@CISecurity

Jan 14, 2018

The CIS Controls are a set of 20 prioritized actions used to beat the vast majority of the most common attacks. Download the CIS Controls today: ow.ly/OHiZ30hEKvi #cybersecurity #cyberthreat

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@CISecurity

Jun 23, 2017

Implement the CIS Controls today and defend against the vast majority of the most common attacks.! ow.ly/tZAF30cKEYL #cybersecurity

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@CISecurity

Jan 8, 2020

In 2020, shift your focus towards “solutions yet to be found.” bit.ly/2ZXHAo4

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Jun 16, 2017

Start your organization's cybersecurity journey by implementing the first 5 CIS Controls: ow.ly/V1dx30cAsLa

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Apr 3

In this blog post, we identify the changes that we made to #CISControls mappings and explain how they support an automated future for the CIS Controls. bit.ly/3nrrFhV #securityframeworks #cybersecurity

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Aug 23, 2017

Our Security Best Practices & Automation team is growing - we are hiring a Sr. Software Developer. Learn more: ow.ly/UGco30ezhFf

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@CISecurity

Dec 11, 2019

CIS Hardened Images for

@WindowsServer

2019 is out! Head to

@awsmarketplace

@AzureMktPlace

or @GCPcloud and deploy today. Check out this blog post to learn more about the dev process of CIS Hardened Images. #cloud #cloudcomputing #cloudsecurity bit.ly/2NHiqog

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@CISecurity

Mar 5, 2022

See how the CIS Microsoft 365 Foundational Benchmark is effective in preventing spamming, phishing, and data exfiltration attacks here. #Cybersecurity #Microsoft bit.ly/3HZ2HvH

Center for Internet Security (CIS)

@CISecurity

Nov 24, 2020

We are extremely grateful to all of those who have contributed to the success of CIS over the past 20 years, including our community volunteers and partners. #CISis20 bit.ly/36YKGME

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@CISecurity

Feb 3, 2017

Never use your pet's name as a password. #cybersecurity

Center for Internet Security (CIS)

@CISecurity

Apr 7, 2022

A strong #cyberdefense program is critical in protecting your organization from outside threats, and the CIS Community Defense Model 2.0 is here to help! #cybersecurity

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Design, prioritize, and implement a cyber defense program with CIS...

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@CISecurity

Mar 9, 2022

The EI-ISAC provides the knowledge and tools necessary to protect the infrastructure of elections against known and emerging #cyberthreats. Learn more and become part of our growing community today! #cybersecurity

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Become a Member of the EI-ISAC

The Elections Infrastructure Information Sharing & Analysis Center® (EI-ISAC®) is a community of dedicated election officials and cybersecurity professionals working side-by-side to ensure the...

Center for Internet Security (CIS)

@CISecurity

Dec 14, 2018

CIS #Ubuntu #Linux 16.04 LTS Benchmark Container is now available on

@awsmarketplace

! Learn more and launch a hardened container image today.

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Using a Hardened Container Image for Secure Applications in the Cloud

A hardened container image offers users security while working in the cloud with the portability, flexibility, and reliability of a container.

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Dec 10, 2019

Data breaches can have devastating impacts on both individuals and organizations. Learn more about the impact of breaches and how you can help prevent them from security awareness training and best practices from CIS SecureSuite.

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How You’re Affected by Data Breaches

Learn how you’re affected by data breaches and discover the best practices that can help defend your organization against them.

Center for Internet Security (CIS)

@CISecurity

Apr 10, 2018

Our CIS Hardened Images of #Windows & #Linux OS are available hardened to Level 1 or Level 2 Profiles to meet various security needs. Spin up an image on major platforms today. ow.ly/JNdt30jmmyi

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Apr 7, 2020

We've curated some of the best #cybersecurity resources for kids of every age to keep them entertained, educated, and safe.

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6 Educational Cybersecurity Resources for Kids

We've curated some of the best cybersecurity resources for kids of every age to keep them entertained, educated, and safe.

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@CISecurity

Nov 12, 2019

Did you know that 25% of the internet’s busiest sites including

@Dropbox

@netflix

, and

@wordpressdotcom

served or proxied NGNIX this August? We’ve released a CIS Hardened Images for

@nginx

on #CentOS #Linux 7 and #Ubuntu Linux 18.04 as a container image. bit.ly/2NqjrSB

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@CISecurity

Oct 30, 2017

It is Time to Get Serious About Securing Our Nation’s Critical Infrastructure - ow.ly/AtpA30gdGnR #CyberAware

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@CISecurity

Mar 12

TikTok has shown a willingness to push narratives aligned with CCP interests within the platform. Read our latest blog from the Cyber Threat Intelligence team to learn more. bit.ly/3Terq5t #tiktok #tiktokban #cti

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TikTok: Influence Ops, Data Practices Threaten U.S. Security

The MS-ISAC CTI team assesses that TikTok, the widely popular video-sharing app, poses a risk to users and U.S. security.

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Oct 12, 2022

How do you see yourself in cyber? Tony Sager discusses this year's #CybersecurityAwarenessMonth theme with Murray Kenyon, Board member of

@StaySafeOnline

. #SeeYourselfInCyber #BeCyberSmart

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Episode 40: See Yourself in Cyber to Be Cyber Smart

In episode 40 of Cybersecurity Where You Are, co-host Tony Sager and U.S. Bank's Murray Kenyon discuss the human element of cyber.

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@CISecurity

Aug 25, 2020

The importance of replacing software before its End-of-Support (EOS) is critical.

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12-month End-of-Support Software Report List

The Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center has created a 12-month list of End-of-Support (EOS) software.

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@CISecurity

Aug 19, 2017

Save money while staying safe and secure with a CIS Hardened Image. Check out a list of available images here: ow.ly/TVGP30eqBFZ

Center for Internet Security (CIS)

@CISecurity

May 26, 2020

As storage and CPU requirements shift, you can deploy or wind down as many machine instances as you need to. bit.ly/2K3Ikkv

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@CISecurity

Mar 12, 2020

Here are 5 high impact actions that can be taken by employees to immediately improve the security of their home networks.

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5 Network Security Remedies for Telework

Discover five high impact actions telecommuters can take to enhance their network security to keep data safe and stay productive.

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@CISecurity

Dec 31, 2017

Why become a CIS SecureSuite Member? We'll give you six reasons. Learn more & apply today: ow.ly/mcxD30hr8Ub

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@CISecurity

Mar 15, 2018

Did you know - a CIS Hardened Image can be easily deployed across networks by administrators? Spin up a CIS Hardened Image now: ow.ly/WY8A30iVooA

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@CISecurity

Sep 18, 2020

The CIS Community Defense Model (CDM) is comprised of three steps to ensure your #cybersecurity. Learn what they are now.

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Introducing the Community Defense Model

To help organizations decide how to prioritize defensive security measures, CIS created the Community Defense Model (CDM).

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@CISecurity

May 19

Join the discussion! What are your thoughts on U.S. officials calling for the ban of #TikTok? bit.ly/3Terq5t #tiktokban #cybersecurity

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TikTok: Influence Ops, Data Practices Threaten U.S. Security

The MS-ISAC CTI team assesses that TikTok, the widely popular video-sharing app, poses a risk to users and U.S. security.

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@CISecurity

Apr 13, 2022

While public #cloud service providers offer protection against a number of cyber threats, the security of your data is up to you. Use CIS Hardened Images today to make sure your operating system is secure in the cloud. #cybersecurity

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Easily Migrate to the Cloud with CIS Hardened Images

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Jan 23, 2017

"At the very least, one director on every board must have #cybersecurity expertise." hubs.ly/H05-7yH0

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@CISecurity

Jan 10, 2019

What are your CISO “jobs to be done”? How does your team develop a VPC? Take the survey and let us know. ow.ly/gWnV30ndNxr #productdevelopment #CISO

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Product Development & the CISO

Have you ever wondered how CIS decides which products to develop? Rather than reinvent the wheel, we look to others for ideas and insights.

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@CISecurity

Mar 22

Concerned about your #cyberdefense strategy? Our SVP, Tony Sager defines what questions you should be asking when performing your #cybersecurity assessment. bit.ly/3n4Wk4e #cybersecurityroadmap

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Know Your Needs: Get Packing for Your Cybersecurity Roadmap

Every roadmap needs a starting point. With a cybersecurity roadmap, the best place to start is for you to know your needs.

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Dec 3, 2021

The global #cybercrime is expected to cost six trillion dollars this year, but CIS is committed to validating our standards against recognized #cyberdefense frameworks in the hopes to help reduce this amount in the future. #cybersecurity

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Cyber-Attack Defense: CIS Benchmarks + CDM + MITRE ATT&CK

CIS Benchmarks will now map to CIS CDM and MITRE ATT$CK to prevent top cyber-attacks. Download the Microsoft Windows 10 Benchmark to see these mappings.

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@CISecurity

Nov 11, 2020

There’s an old saying that “practice makes perfect.” For cyber defense, will best practices make perfect defenses? CIS Chief Evangelist Tony Sager discusses #cybersecurity best practices in his latest blog. Read more now.

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Blog Cybersecurity Practice(s), Not Perfect(ion)

The term “best practice” often comes up in tandem with “cyber hygiene,” which CIS defines as CIS Controls IG1.

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@CISecurity

Aug 6, 2019

Looking to tailor and deploy a custom configuration policy for an operating system that will meet your organization’s needs? Find out how you can! #configuration #cybersecurity #security bit.ly/33iQmyc

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@CISecurity

May 24, 2019

We created a guide for the financial sector to help organizations enhance their cyber defense. Download the guide today. bit.ly/2WlGOlp #finance #cybersecurity #compliance #risk

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@CISecurity

May 17

Our Cyber Threat Intelligence team just released the top 10 #malware list for 2023 Q1. bit.ly/42nUb39 #cybersecurity #cti

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Top 10 Malware Q1 2023

In Q1 2023, the quarterly Top 10 Malware remained consistent with the previous quarter, with the majority of malware switching spots.

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Aug 22, 2019

Did you know you can work in a hardened OS environment that is perfectly customized to meet security settings required by your organization? Learn how to deploy a tailored OS with CIS SecureSuite. #cybersecurity #configuration #CISBenchmarks #CISControls bit.ly/33iQmyc

Center for Internet Security (CIS)

@CISecurity

May 8, 2019

Users get a secure, on-demand, and scalable computing environment with CIS Hardened Image - launch one today. bit.ly/2GMVS4j #security #cloud #cybersecurity

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@CISecurity

Mar 7, 2018

Don't waste money on hardware purchasing, software licensing, and maintenance. Spin up a CIS Hardened Image instead - Available on major #cloud platforms: ow.ly/Qc4130iLJh6

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@CISecurity

Sep 24, 2019

Are you working in the #cloud? If not, you should be! Learn how CIS Hardened Images bring the #cybersecurity configuration standards of the #CISBenchmarks to the cloud and launch one today. #cloudsecurity #aws #gcp #azure #oraclecloud

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6 Reasons it’s Smart to Work in the Cloud

Here are six reasons cloud infrastructure makes sense for organizations interested in leveraging modern security solutions and flexible computing power.

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@CISecurity

Aug 7, 2020

In the public #cloud, there’s a shared responsibility between the Cloud Service Provider (CSP) and the user (you). Do you know where your responsibilities lie? bit.ly/37pss6L

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@CISecurity

Jul 6, 2022

Information security policies are the cornerstone of a #cybersecurity program.

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CIS Controls Enterprise Asset Management Policy Template

To implement an enterprise asset management process, enterprises can use a policy template based on the CIS Critical Security Controls.

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@CISecurity

Aug 21, 2017

Were you one of the 464 participants of the NCSR? Good news – the results are in! Check them out here: ow.ly/7X6930ezfri

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@CISecurity

Jul 1, 2019

This guidance is aimed to provide security recommendations for a variety of #IoT devices that often present unique and complex challenges for security professionals. bit.ly/2Lpba0L #IoTsecurity

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New Release: CIS Controls® Internet of Things Companion Guide

Learn how your organization can implement CIS Controls for Internet of Things (IoT) devices including smart thermostats, window sensors, and headsets.

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@CISecurity

Nov 27, 2018

Like traditional virtual machines, CIS Hardened Images are scalable to meet your computing needs. As storage and CPU requirements shift, you can spin up or wind down machine instances – while maintaining a strong security posture. ow.ly/FVWO30mKY9J

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@CISecurity

Nov 7, 2019

Working in a Microsoft Windows environment? Check out our step-by-step guide to secure #Windows 10.

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Cyber Hygiene Guidance for Windows 10

Learn more about the CIS Controls Microsoft Windows 10 Cyber Hygiene Guide which offers practical guidance on cyber hygiene for Windows 10 users.

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@CISecurity

Oct 28, 2017

Cybersecurity is a growing industry – help secure it by joining a CIS Benchmark community. workbench.cisecurity.org

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@CISecurity

Jan 13, 2017

Avoid #phishing scams by never sharing your sensitive personal information; especially with unsolicited emails. #cybersecurity

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@CISecurity

Aug 10, 2017

Are you using virtual images? Stay secure with CIS Hardened Images – expertly configured & ready to use on-the-fly. ow.ly/rcZD30ehxlq

GIF

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@CISecurity

Oct 4, 2017

Want to Evade Cyber Criminals? Use These Three Tactics: ow.ly/krI630fzYm9 #CyberAware

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@CISecurity

Mar 24

What are the four steps for creating a #cybersecurityroadmap? Find out in our recent blog post! bit.ly/3FqDWJy #cybersecurity

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Why Your Organization Needs a Cybersecurity Roadmap

To minimize the risk of a data breach, you need to be strategic and plan out your cybersecurity journey by creating a cybersecurity roadmap.

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With companies like

, and

allowing employees to work from home "forever" it's important to ensure they're keeping their home networks secure. Our guide can help remote workforces enhance their cyber defense.

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CIS Controls Telework and Small Office Network Security Guide

This guide is meant to assist individuals and organizations in securing commodity routers, modems, and other network devices.

Center for Internet Security (CIS)

@CISecurity

Nov 6, 2018

Identify malicious activity on your network with Albert, a cost-effective Intrusion Detection System (IDS) for U.S. State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial government entities. ow.ly/AA6W30mvaj2

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@CISecurity

Oct 6, 2020

In October in the United States, we recognize Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a concerted effort to raise awareness and increase our collective #cyberdefenses. #BeCyberSmart

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CIS Recognizes Cybersecurity Awareness Month

Do Your Part. Be Cyber Smart.

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@CISecurity

Jun 29, 2020

The Summer 2020 issue of Cybersecurity Quarterly is out.

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Cybersecurity Quarterly Summer 2020

The Summer 2020 issue of Cybersecurity Quarterly highlights the CIS Controls mapping in the 2020 Verizon DBIR, new mappings to the CIS Controls, and more.

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@CISecurity

Jan 3, 2018

What's the best prevention against a #databreach? Find out in the latest edition of Cybersecurity Quarterly: ow.ly/SgNU30hxaJD

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@CISecurity

Mar 8

2023 marks the 20th anniversary of the MS-ISAC. Read about what we have been able to accomplish here. bit.ly/3L4Vv5u #cybersecurity

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MS-ISAC: 20 Years as Your Trusted Cyber Defense Community

It's the 20th anniversary of our Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS-ISAC). That’s 20 years as your trusted cyber defense community.

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Sep 8, 2017

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@CISecurity

Oct 19, 2018

We need your help! Our CIS Controls team is looking for feedback on a new concept - Implementation Classes for the CIS Controls that would assist organizations in their prioritization efforts.

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Call for Feedback – CIS Controls Implementation Classes

Implementation Classes help organizations classify themselves as belonging to one of three risk profiles to assist in their prioritization efforts.

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@CISecurity

Jun 10, 2019

Protect your server workloads with CIS Hardened Images to help limit system vulnerability. bit.ly/2WgIhp3

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@CISecurity

Aug 26, 2020

No one security standard is perfect for every machine in your organization's environment - so some customization is needed. But where to start? Here are 3 steps to deploying a hardened operating system.

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3 Steps to Deploying a Hardened OS by Tailoring

It takes three steps and a little customization to create a hardened OS using the CIS Benchmarks secure baseline with CIS SecureSuite.

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@CISecurity

Aug 4, 2017

Download the First 5 CIS Controls and take the fundamental first step on your organization's cybersecurity journey. ow.ly/jrLW30e3Bw5

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@CISecurity

Sep 4, 2019

CIS Hardened Images bring internationally-recognized #cybersecurity configuration standards of the CIS Benchmarks to the cloud. Learn more & launch one today! bit.ly/2Vvn6Qz #IaaS #cloud #cloudsecurity #cybersecurity #aws #gcp #googlecloud #azure #cloudcomputing

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@CISecurity

Jul 3, 2018

Our cost-effective networking security monitoring service, Albert, provides enhanced monitoring capabilities and notifications of malicious activity. Request information and pricing today!

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Real Security for Real Threats

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@CISecurity

Jun 8, 2020

The majority of cyber breaches occur when basic security controls have not been implemented and managed. Implementing CIS Controls IG 1 is an effective way to thwart the top 5 attacks as described by

@VZDBIR

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CIS Controls Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Mapping

The CIS Controls and Sub-Controls are mapped to each CMMC level as a tool for organizations to help with meeting the CMMC requirements.

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Apr 29, 2020

Times Union announced the list of 2020 Top Workplace Winners and we're pleased to say Center for Internet Security has been recognized as a mid-sized winner for the 6th time!

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2020 Top Workplaces: More Midsize Employers

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Jul 8, 2020

Check out the latest updates and releases of CIS Benchmarks. #CISBenchmarks #VMware #Kubernetes #Windows

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CIS Benchmarks June 2020 Update

Check out the latest CIS Benchmarks releases in June 2020, including Check Point Firewall, Google Kubernetes Engine, and more.

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Sep 26, 2020

The CIS Community Defense Model (CDM) is comprised of three steps to ensure your #cybersecurity. Learn what they are now.

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Introducing the Community Defense Model

To help organizations decide how to prioritize defensive security measures, CIS created the Community Defense Model (CDM).

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Apr 28

62% of attackers are using LotL tools or techniques in their attacks. Learn about our top scheduled task defenses on page 8. bit.ly/3AmpmQe #LotL #CISControls #cybersecurity

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Living Off the Land: Scheduled Tasks

Living off the Land (LotL) attacks involve the use of existing tools and tactics on targeted systems or networks to carry out a cyber attack, rendering the attack difficult to detect and defend.

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May 12

In our latest blog, we discuss the concerning data collection practices of #TikTok. bit.ly/3Terq5t #tiktokban #cybersecurity

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TikTok: Influence Ops, Data Practices Threaten U.S. Security

The MS-ISAC CTI team assesses that TikTok, the widely popular video-sharing app, poses a risk to users and U.S. security.

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