NSA Issues Guidance for Maturing Data Security

The National Security Agency (NSA) is issuing guidance for maturing data security and protecting access to data at rest and in transit. The recommendations in the Cybersecurity Information Sheet (CSI), “Advancing Zero Trust Maturity Throughout the Data Pillar,” are intended to ensure only those with authorization can access data. The capabilities outlined in the CSI integrate into a comprehensive Zero Trust (ZT) Framework. This CSI recognizes the value of the data pillar and how its capabilities mitigate risk, including the use of encryption, tagging and labeling, data loss prevention strategies, and application of data rights management tools. Read more at NSA.