NET-12 ยท Safeguarding Data Over Open Networks

Control Description

Cryptographic mechanisms exist to implement strong cryptography and security protocols to safeguard sensitive/regulated data during transmission over open, public networks.

Control Question
Assessment question for control validation

Are cryptographic mechanisms utilized to implement strong cryptography and security protocols to safeguard sensitive/regulated data during transmission over open, public networks?

Control Weighting
8
Validation Cadence
Annual
NIST CSF Function
Protect
Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM) Tiers
Applicable SCRM tier levels for this control
Tier 1 - Strategic
Tier 2 - Operational
Tier 3 - Tactical
Core Control Designations
Special designations and baseline inclusions
MAD: NET-12
ESP Level 1: NET-12
ESP Level 2: NET-12
ESP Level 3: NET-12