Cybersecurity policies must comply with relevant legal and regulatory standards to ensure the organization avoids penalties and maintains trust. Common requirements include:
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR): Protects personal data and privacy for EU residents.
Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA): Governs data security in healthcare organizations.
Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS): Sets security requirements for payment card transactions.
Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act (CISA): Facilitates the sharing of cybersecurity threats and solutions.
Organizations should align their policies with applicable regulations and industry standards to meet compliance obligations and safeguard sensitive information.