NIST issues guidance on securing data storage infrastructure, mapping threats to risks

NIST has released the final version of a guide on secure data storage infrastructure, saying it provides the basis for risk management that “could significantly improve an organization’s resilience to different kinds of attacks on data resources,” when integrated with cybersecurity frameworks.

“This document provides an overview of the evolution of the storage technology landscape, current security threats, and the resultant risks. The main focus of this document is to provide a comprehensive set of security recommendations that will address...