A structured cybersecurity framework developed by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) for managing security and privacy risks throughout the life cycle of federal information systems. Defined primarily in NIST Special Publication (SP) 800-37, the Risk Management Framework (RMF) consists of seven steps: Prepare, Categorize, Select, Implement, Assess, Authorize, and Monitor. RMF integrates security controls into system development and operations, supports risk-based decision-making, and provides the basis for granting an Authorization to Operate (ATO). Rather than a one-time compliance exercise, RMF requires continuous monitoring and ongoing assessment to maintain an acceptable security posture.
Risk Management Framework (RMF)
A NIST cybersecurity framework of seven steps for managing security and privacy risks across a federal system's lifecycle.
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