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NIS Directive - Directive (EU) 2016/1148

Name: NIS Directive - Directive (EU) 2016/1148

The NIS Directive aims to enhance cybersecurity throughout the European Union by establishing a baseline of security measures for network and information systems. It recognizes the increasing threats to such systems and emphasizes the need for cooperation among Member States to ensure a consistent and high level of cybersecurity across the Union. This directive promotes the resilience of critical infrastructures and digital services, facilitating the smooth functioning of the internal market.

Target Audience:

  • Network and Information System Operators
  • Member State Authorities

Key Points:

  • Security Measures The Directive outlines security requirements that operators of essential services and digital service providers must implement to protect network and information systems from cybersecurity threats.
  • Incident Reporting Establishes requirements for notifying relevant authorities about incidents that have a significant impact on the continuity of essential services.
  • Cooperation and Coordination Defines mechanisms for cooperation among Member States to enhance collective resilience against cyber threats.
  • Risk Management Encourages operators to adopt a culture of risk management through appropriate administrative and technical measures.
  • Designated Authorities Member States are required to designate authorities responsible for monitoring the implementation of the directive.
  • Capacity Building Promotes the development of national strategies for a high level of security of network and information systems.
  • Public-Private Cooperation Emphasizes the importance of collaboration between private sector operators and public authorities in enhancing cybersecurity.
  • Harmonization Across Member States Aims to create uniform standards and measures to enhance security across the EU, minimizing discrepancies among Member States.
  • Support from ENISA Establishes the European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) as a key player in supporting and guiding Member States in cybersecurity measures.
  • Digital Service Providers Extends certain obligations to providers of digital services, ensuring they also contribute to the overall security framework.

Related Regulations or Articles:

  • Regulation (EU) No 526/2013 on ENISA The NIS Directive builds upon the framework established by Regulation (EU) No 526/2013, which defines the role and functions of the European Union Agency for Cybersecurity (ENISA) in supporting cybersecurity efforts in the EU.
  • Directive (EU) 2016/680 on the Protection of Personal Data This directive relates to data protection and security, emphasizing that cybersecurity measures must also consider personal data handling and protection.

Reference URL: https://eur-lex.europa.eu/legal-content/EN/TXT/HTML/?uri=CELEX:32016L1148

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