CISA’s Cloud Command: Secure Your Digital Skies or Bust!
CISA’s BOD 25-01 mandates federal civilian agencies to secure cloud environments with required secure configuration baselines, starting with Microsoft 365. The directive aims to reduce attack surfaces and includes deploying assessment tools like ScubaGear. While focusing on federal agencies, CISA recommends all organizations prioritize cloud security.
Hot Take:
Well, folks, it seems our friends at CISA are at it again, playing the role of cybersecurity superheroes with their new binding operational directive, BOD 25-01. They’ve decided that our cloud environments deserve a little TLC (Tender Loving Configuration) and are pushing federal agencies to secure their digital fortresses. And hey, when CISA speaks, it’s not just the clouds that listen—it’s a storm of policies, baselines, and deadlines! Get ready to ride the secure configuration wave, because it’s coming in hot!
Key Points:
- CISA released BOD 25-01 to secure federal civilian agencies’ cloud environments.
- The directive mandates using secure configuration baselines (SCBs), starting with Microsoft 365.
- Google Workspace is next in line for SCBs, expected by FY 2025 Q2.
- Agencies must deploy assessment tools like ScubaGear for audits and continuous monitoring.
- Though applicable to federal agencies, CISA advises all organizations to follow suit.