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- CIS Hardened Images Now in the AWS European Sovereign Cloud01/14/2026 2:46 PM
CIS Hardened Images are now in the AWS European Sovereign Cloud. Learn how this can help you to reduce risk, improve consistency, and more.
- CIS Benchmarks January 2026 Update01/12/2026 3:30 PM
Here is an overview of the CIS Benchmarks that the Center for Internet Security (CIS) updated or released for January 2026.
- Security in the Cloud with More Automation01/07/2026 3:09 PM
CIS is making security in the cloud even easier for you by releasing a CIS hardening component in EC2 Image Builder on Amazon Web Services (AWS).
- Cybersecurity Collaboration for the U.S. SLTT Community12/26/2025 4:17 PM
The MS-ISAC provides the only nationwide network dedicated to cybersecurity collaboration in the U.S. SLTT community. Read on to learn more.
- Malicious Crystal PDF Converter Detected on SLTT Networks12/24/2025 3:58 PM
In October 2025, CIS CTI observed a rise in CIS MDR alerts associated with Crystal PDF on U.S. SLTT endpoints. Here's how to defend yourself.
- CIS Benchmarks December 2025 Update12/18/2025 5:31 PM
Here is an overview of the CIS Benchmarks that the Center for Internet Security (CIS) updated or released for December 2025.
- Scale Linux Workload Security on Azure with CIS Benchmarks12/16/2025 10:31 PM
Looking to automate Azure Linux hardening and streamline hybrid security? Learn how to do it at scale with Azure OSConfig and the CIS Benchmarks.
- CIS Benchmarks Update November 202511/19/2025 9:39 PM
The November 2025 CIS Benchmarks monthly update highlights the CIS Benchmarks and CIS Build Kits that have been updated or recently released.
- Control Assist: A Path to Cyber Insurance Readiness for SMBs11/19/2025 1:32 PM
CIS and CyberAcuView have launched Control Assist, an initiative designed to simplify cyber insurance and strengthen cybersecurity for SMBs.
- Impact of Federal Funding Cuts to the Value of MS-ISAC CTI11/17/2025 6:01 PM
The adoption of a fee-based membership model has had minimal and in some aspects positive impact on MS-ISAC CTI. Read our blog to learn more.
- Top 10 Malware Q3 202511/14/2025 2:43 PM
Total malware notifications from MS-ISAC monitoring services increased 38% from Q2 to Q3 2025. Learn more by reading our Top 10 Malware list.
- 7 CIS Experts' 2026 Cybersecurity Predictions10/31/2025 5:11 PM
What does 2026 have in store for cybersecurity? Read our experts' 2026 cybersecurity predictions to find out and get planning.
- CIS Benchmarks Monthly Update October 202510/31/2025 1:06 PM
We've highlighted the major updates for CIS Benchmarks and CIS Build Kits in the Benchmarks Monthly Update for October 2025.
- MS-ISAC Member-Reported Phishing Likely from Tycoon2FA PhaaS10/29/2025 8:48 PM
The CIS CTI team saw an uptick in member-submitted phishing emails in Q3 2025. Learn the overlap these emails have with the Tycoon2FA PhaaS kit.
- How Secure by Design Helps Developers Build Secure Software10/28/2025 4:47 PM
Secure by Design offers practical, risk-based strategies for integrating security into the software development lifecycle.
- ClickFix: An Adaptive Social Engineering Technique10/27/2025 1:47 PM
The CIS CTI tracked two ClickFix campaigns between January 2025 and October 2025. Learn more about them and how to defend yourself.
- Simplify Security Management with CIS SecureSuite Platform10/16/2025 2:39 PM
Looking to simplify security management and accelerate audits? Read our blog post to learn how our CIS SecureSuite Platform can help!
- Building a Secure Cloud Foundation for Healthcare with CIS10/14/2025 6:14 PM
Learn how to accelerate your healthcare compliance with CIS Hardened Images and CIS SecureSuite for secure, audit-ready cloud environments.
- Reasonable Cybersecurity: From Legal Theory to Practice09/24/2025 4:28 PM
Explore how reasonable cybersecurity is evolving from a legal concept into a practical standard for protecting systems and consumer data.
- CIS Helps Strengthen Cybersecurity in Energy & Utilities09/23/2025 3:13 PM
Discover how CIS Benchmarks and CIS Controls help energy and utility companies strengthen cybersecurity across IT and OT environments.
- CIS Benchmarks Monthly Update September 202509/23/2025 1:59 PM
The following CIS Benchmarks and CIS Build Kits have been updated or recently released. We've highlighted the major updates below.
- Qilin Top Ransomware Threat to SLTTs in Q2 202509/11/2025 1:33 PM
In Q2 2025, Qilin became the most active ransomware targeting U.S. SLTT government entities. Read the CIS CTI team's analysis to learn more.
- Top External Network Risks And How to Fix Them08/27/2025 1:33 PM
Learn about the top external network risks and recommendations to harden configurations from the CIS Cyber Threat Intelligence team.
- CIS Controls Ambassador Spotlight: Eric Woodard08/21/2025 2:07 PM
The CIS Controls Ambassador program is an initiative of the CIS that focuses on enhancing the adoption of key cybersecurity best practices.
- CIS Benchmarks August 2025 Update08/19/2025 2:16 PM
Here is an overview of the CIS Benchmarks that the Center for Internet Security (CIS) updated or released for August 2025.
- 5 Cyber Questions Sheriffs & Police Chiefs Should Ask08/14/2025 1:34 PM
Cyber threat actors continue to target law enforcement agencies. Here are five cyber questions LE executives can ask to evaluate their defenses.
- Critical Infrastructure Caught in a Botnet08/14/2025 1:34 PM
Cyber threat actors frequently use a botnet in their efforts to target U.S. critical infrastructure. Read on for how to defend your networks.
- Applying CIS Benchmarks to Harden Windows 11 VDI Systems 08/13/2025 7:02 PM
Learn how the CIS IT team successfully implemented CIS Benchmarks in a Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) environment—specifically focusing on Windows 11.
- Automating the CIS Controls with OSCAL07/24/2025 6:59 PM
Automation for Controls: Meet OSCAL, the Open Security Controls Assessment Language OSCAL, also known as the Open Security Controls Assessment.
- Top 10 Malware Q2 202507/18/2025 1:27 PM
Total malware notifications from MS-ISAC monitoring services decreased 18% from Q1 2025 to Q2 2025. Read our Top 10 Malware Q2 2025 for more.
- CIS Benchmarks July 2025 Update07/08/2025 6:49 PM
Here is an overview of the CIS Benchmarks that the Center for Internet Security (CIS) updated or released for July 2025.
- What Makes CIS Hardened Images Secure Enough for the U.S. IC06/30/2025 8:37 PM
How do U.S. IC organizations strengthen their cloud security in a way that meets their needs? See how the CIS Hardened Images® can help.
- Lay a Cybersecurity Foundation and Master CIS Controls IG106/13/2025 6:28 PM
Today’s digital threats don’t discriminate by size or sector. Building a solid cybersecurity foundation is no longer optional—it’s essential.
- CIS Benchmarks June 2025 Update06/11/2025 6:27 PM
Here is an overview of the CIS Benchmarks that the Center for Internet Security (CIS) updated or released for June 2025.
- How Threat Modeling, Actor Attribution Grow Cyber Defenses05/15/2025 1:37 PM
Want to enhance your threat modeling? By combining it with threat actor attribution, you can improve your cyber defenses. Read on to learn more.
- CIS Benchmarks May 2025 Update05/05/2025 1:44 PM
Here is an overview of the CIS Benchmarks that the Center for Internet Security (CIS) updated or released for May 2025.
- Top 10 Malware Q1 202504/23/2025 5:59 PM
In Q1 2025, the Top 10 Malware observed via the MS-ISAC® changed slightly from the previous quarter. Read our blog post to learn more.
- Hacktivist Group DieNet Claims DDoS Attacks against U.S. CNI04/16/2025 8:28 PM
DieNet is a hacktivist group that's claimed DDoS attacks against U.S. critical infrastructure. Read on to learn its ideology and attack activity.
- CIS Benchmarks April 2025 Update04/08/2025 2:32 PM
Here is an overview of the CIS Benchmarks that the Center for Internet Security (CIS) updated or released for April 2025.
- FFIEC CAT Sunset: What You Need to Know04/07/2025 1:19 PM
How are you preparing for the sunset of the FFIEC CAT? Read on to learn how another framework can guide you through this change.
- DeepSeek: A New Player in the Global AI Race03/24/2025 1:19 PM
CIS analysts break down the rise of DeepSeek, a GenAI model that collects data and introduces security risks for users.
- Active Lumma Stealer Campaign Impacting U.S. SLTTs03/20/2025 7:15 PM
The CIS CTI team spotted a Lumma Stealer campaign where SLTT victims were redirected to malicious webpages delivering fake CAPTCHA verifications.
- CIS Benchmarks March 2025 Update03/10/2025 5:53 PM
Here is an overview of the CIS Benchmarks that the Center for Internet Security (CIS) updated or released for March 2025.
- CIS Benchmarks February 2025 Update02/05/2025 6:29 PM
Here is an overview of the CIS Benchmarks that the Center for Internet Security (CIS) updated or released for February 2025.
- Top 10 Malware Q4 202401/31/2025 5:20 PM
In Q4 2024, the Top 10 Malware observed by the MS-ISAC® changed slightly from the previous quarter. Here are the malware that topped our list.
- CIS Benchmarks January 2025 Update01/14/2025 2:22 PM
Here is an overview of the CIS Benchmarks that the Center for Internet Security updated or released for January 2025.
- Top 5 Weakest Security Configurations and How to Fix Them01/02/2025 7:50 PM
In H2 2024, the CIS CTI team found weak security configurations through passive scans of customers' external networks. Here's how to stay secure.
- CIS Benchmarks December 2024 Update12/10/2024 4:24 PM
Here is an overview of the CIS Benchmarks that the Center for Internet Security updated or released for December 2024.
- Lynx Ransomware Pouncing on Utilities12/10/2024 3:12 PM
The Lynx ransomware group targeted multiple U.S. facilities in 2024. Here's how your facility can strengthen your defenses against threats like Lynx.
- 2024 General Election Incident Reporting Wrap-up12/10/2024 2:20 PM
The CIS CTI team responded to member incident reports and monitored reporting trends around the 2024 General Election. Here's what the team observed.
