CIS Benchmark vs Zero Trust
Compare compliance frameworks to understand their overlap and unique requirements. TrueConfig maps your Microsoft 365 controls to both standards.
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CIS Microsoft 365 Foundations Benchmark
Industry-standard security configuration guide for Microsoft 365 developed by the Center for Internet Security.
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Learn moreMicrosoft Zero Trust Architecture
Microsoft's security model based on "never trust, always verify" principles for identity, devices, and data.
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Learn moreFeature Comparison
Feature
CIS Benchmark
Zero Trust
Mapped Controls
53
53
Overlapping Controls
53
53
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Healthcare Industry
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CIS Benchmark Features
- 53 TrueConfig controls mapped
- Published by Center for Internet Security
- Version 3.0.0
- Consensus-based security recommendations from global experts
- Prescriptive configuration guidance with specific settings
Zero Trust Features
- 53 TrueConfig controls mapped
- Published by Microsoft
- Version 2024
- Modern security architecture for cloud-first organizations
- Reduces attack surface with least privilege
CIS Benchmark for Comprehensive Coverage
CIS Microsoft 365 Foundations Benchmark maps to 53 TrueConfig controls, providing broader security coverage. 53 controls overlap with Zero Trust.
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