NIS2 Directive
Wiping & Encryption Compliance for Network and Information Systems Directive
Strengthening EU Cybersecurity with Wiping & Encryption for NIS2
Starting on 17 October 2024, European Union (EU) member states must comply with the Network and Information Security (NIS2) directive. The directive aims to establish a more robust framework for protecting critical infrastructure and digital services from emerging cyber threats. A comprehensive and efficient strategy includes data wiping and encryption.
NIS2 Data Wiping
- Wiping practices are covered in the NIS2 directive under Article 21, paragraph 2, point (g), which refers to basic cyber hygiene practices:
“The measures referred to in paragraph 1 shall include at least the following: […] (g) basic cyber hygiene practices and cybersecurity training.” - Wiping is a core part of basic cyber hygiene practices, which involves permanently removing deleted files, junk and sensitive data to prevent unauthorized recovery and minimize security risks.
- To help your organization with NIS2, we offer BCWipe to wipe selected files and folders and BCWipe Total WipeOut to erase entire hard drives.
NIS2 Encryption
- Encryption is specifically addressed in the NIS2 directive under Article 21, paragraph 2, point (c), which states:
“The measures referred to in paragraph 1 shall include at least the following: […] (c) the use of cryptography and, where appropriate, encryption.“ - This clause emphasizes the importance of encryption as a critical security measure to protect sensitive data.
- To help your organization with NIS2 compliance, we offer BestCrypt Container Encryption to safeguard files and folders and BestCrypt Volume Encryption to protect entire hard drives.
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About NIS2 Directive
NIS2 builds upon the original NIS directive (2016/1148) and aims to establish a more robust framework for protecting critical infrastructure and digital services from emerging cyber threats.
NIS2 applies to a broad range of industries considered essential to the functioning of society and the economy:
- Energy: Electricity, gas and oil production, transmission and distribution
- Transport: Air, rail, water and road transport services
- Banking & Financial Market Infrastructures: Key financial institutions and market systems
- Healthcare: Hospitals, clinics and digital health services
- Digital Infrastructure: Cloud service providers, data centers and internet exchange points
- Public Administration: Central and regional government bodies
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