NIS 2: how to join the new European cybersecurity standard

With the implementation of the NIS 2 directive, the European Union raises the bar for cybersecurity. This regulation extends and strengthens the previous NIS directive, ensuring a common and advanced level of cybersecurity across member states, involving a broader range of companies compared to the previous regulation. This change was necessary to address increasingly complex threats in the digital landscape, especially for critical infrastructures and companies operating in key sectors such as energy, transport, and healthcare.

The ultimate goal of NIS 2 Europe is to create a more secure and resilient European ecosystem, where information protection is not just an obligation but a strategic priority for all businesses. Let’s explore in detail what changes compared to the 2016 NIS and how Boolebox’s data protection solutions can help companies adhere to the new standards imposed by the directive.

NIS 2 and NIS compared: what changes and what aspects should be considered

The new NIS 2 regulation imposes higher resilience standards for companies, requiring the implementation of advanced incident prevention and response protocols.

Key changes include the obligation to adopt appropriate technical, operational, and organizational measures to manage risks related to the security of information systems. Specifically, a risk-based approach is required, along with procedures to ensure operational continuity, incident management, and supply chain security.

Another significant aspect of NIS 2 requirements is the expansion of the scope of companies required to comply with these new requirements, including many small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). This represents a significant challenge, especially for these entities, which have historically been less prepared to face complex cyber threats.

Additionally, there is a greater focus on supply chain security. Companies must assess the vulnerabilities of their suppliers and ensure they adopt high cybersecurity standards. This aims to prevent weak points in the supply chain from becoming entry points for cyberattacks.

In this context, adopting advanced cybersecurity solutions in companies of all sizes becomes an imperative that can no longer be ignored.

How to comply with the NIS Directive 2

Complying with the EU NIS 2 is not just about regulatory compliance but also about protecting your company, your customers, and consequently your brand reputation. The compliance process may seem long and difficult, but it actually involves considering some key aspects where Boolebox can be of great help. Let’s look at them:

1. Risk Assessment: The first step is to assess the risks related to the security of your information systems. Together, we can identify vulnerable areas and implement customized solutions to protect your data, using military-grade encryption and constant monitoring.
2. Protection of Privileged Access: Protecting administrative accounts and privileged access is crucial. With Boolebox solutions, such as Secure File Manager, you can granularly control who has access to your documents, ensuring that only authorized persons can view and modify sensitive data.
3. Zero Trust Architecture: Adopting a Zero Trust approach means not taking anything for granted. With Boolebox tools, you can constantly verify every access and data movement, applying the principle of least privilege. If you want to learn more, we have published an article on the Zero Trust model that can provide you with useful information.
4. Secure Collaboration and Incident Management: The NIS 2 compliance requires not only document security but also 100% secure sharing. With tools like Secure E-mail or Secure Transfer (or Boolebox encryption solutions for Outlook and Gmail), you can share documents and information with your colleagues in a completely protected way. Additionally, thanks to our monitoring features, you can keep track of who accesses your files, tracing every action to ensure maximum transparency and the ability to produce accurate reports. In case of incidents, you will be fully compliant with the NIS 2 and able to promptly notify any violations, minimizing operational risks.

Discover how our solutions can help you adhere to the NIS 2 directive and stay ahead in the field of cybersecurity.