NIST80053

NIST SP 800-53, commonly referred to as NIST 800-53 or the security and privacy controls catalog, is a publication by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) that provides a catalog of security and privacy controls for information systems and organizations. It is primarily intended for federal information systems and organizations but is also widely adopted by the private sector due to its comprehensive nature and established best practices. The publication is organized into families of controls, such as access control, audit and accountability, incident response, and risk assessment. Each control is described with a control text, enhancements, and supplemental guidance. The catalog is designed to be a baseline for protecting sensitive information and includes controls for various impact levels, from low to high. It is a crucial document for understanding and implementing effective cybersecurity and privacy measures. NIST 800-53 is periodically updated to address evolving threats and technologies.