Category National Institute of Standards and Technology

The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) was founded in 1901 and is now part of the U.S. Department of Commerce. Today, NIST measurements support the smallest of technologies to the largest and most complex of human-made creations—from nanoscale devices so tiny that tens of thousands can fit on the end of a single human hair up to earthquake-resistant skyscrapers and global communication networks.

NIST 800-53: Implementing Recommended Security Controls for Federal Information Systems and Organizations

NIST 800-53

One sure way to improve any organization’s information security is to adopt the National Institute of Standards and Technology’s security and privacy controls as outlined in its NIST special publication 800-53. NIST 800-53 recommends policies and procedures for topics such…

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Everything You Need to Know About NIST Special Publication 800-190: Application Container Security Guide

NIST 800-190

Whenever agencies like the National Institute of Standards and Technology, or NIST, publish new recommendations and guidelines, it’s worth taking note. In a world where software comes in novel forms and fulfills diverse applications, relying on these industry standards can…

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