Information Technology Laboratory

Despite the threats of cyberattack on computer-controlled industrial systems, utilities and other users of these systems can be hesitant to adopt common security technologies out of concern for their impact on system performance. NIST developed a guide to help industry understand and implement cybersecurity approaches to protect them from these threats.

Mobile computing, e-commerce and the proliferation of connected devices bring unprecedented benefits to our lives. But to protect individuals, businesses and the government from the risks they bring, we need strong encryption. NIST provides trusted tools and guidance to increase the use of encryption. 

Cyber attacks cost businesses an estimated $400B per year globally from direct damage and post-attack operation disruption. To give companies a way to evaluate and address their cyber risks in this quickly evolving technology age, NIST developed the Cybersecurity Framework.