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The Network and Information Security Directive 2 (NIS2) is a continuation and expansion of the previous European Union (EU) cybersecurity directive introduced back in 2016. With NIS2, the EU expands the original baseline of cybersecurity risk management measures and reporting obligations to include more sectors and critical organizations. The purpose of establishing a baseline of security measures for digital service providers and operators of essential services is to mitigate the risk of cyberthreats and improve the overall level of cybersecurity in the EU. It also introduces more accountability\u2014through strengthened reporting obligations and increased sanctions or penalties. Organizations have until October 17, 2024, to improve their security posture before they\u2019ll be legally obligated to live up to the requirements of NIS2. The broadened directive stands as a critical milestone for tech enthusiasts and professionals alike. Our team at Microsoft is excited to lead the charge in decoding and navigating this new regulation\u2014especially its impact on compliance and how cloud technology can help organizations adapt. In this blog, we\u2019ll share the key features of NIS2 for security professionals, how your organization can prepare, and how Microsoft Security solutions can help. And for business leaders, check out our downloadable guide for high-level insights<\/a> into the people, plans, and partners that can help shape effective NIS2 compliance strategies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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As we take a closer look at the key features of NIS2, we see the new directive includes risk assessments, multifactor authentication, security procedures for employees with access to sensitive data, and more. NIS2 also includes requirements around supply chain security, incident management, and business recovery plans. In total, the comprehensive framework ups the bar from previous requirements to bring: <\/p>\n\n\n\n