CIS harnesses the power of a global IT community to safeguard public and private organizations against cyber threats.
The MS-ISAC & EI-ISAC are focal points for cyber threat prevention, protection, response, & recovery for U.S. State, Local, Tribal, & Territorial government entities. CIS is home to the MS-ISAC & EI-ISAC.
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Start Secure, Stay Secure A CIS SecureSuite Membership combines and automates the CIS Benchmarks, CIS Controls, and CIS-CAT Pro into one powerful, time-saving cybersecurity resource for businesses, nonprofits, and governmental entities.
- Leverage remediation content for rapid CIS Benchmark implementation
- Connect with CIS staff and developers for technical support
Consensus-based Guidelines
CIS Benchmarks and CIS Controls are consensus-based guides curated by security practitioners focused on performance, not profit.
Objective Standards
Our security best practices are referenced global standards verified by an objective, volunteer community of cyber experts.
Secure Online Experience
CIS is an independent, non-profit organization with a mission to provide a secure online experience for all.
Advisory
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21 May 2018
Advisory
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16 May 2018
Passwords are a major defense against hackers, and developing good password practices will help keep your sensitive personal information and identity more secure. Here are some suggestions for developing better passwords:
- Passwords should have at least eight characters, including uppercase and lowercase letters, numerals, and symbols.
- Avoid common words; some hackers use programs that try every word in the dictionary.
