Using Eclypsium to Protect Data and Align with NIST 800-171

This technical report discusses the application of Eclypsium in enhancing data protection and compliance with NIST SP 800-171 standards. The report outlines the significance of NIST 800-171, which is designed for non-federal organizations handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI). It emphasizes the importance of compliance for entities within the Defense Industrial Base and other federal contractors. The document details how Eclypsium can assist organizations in meeting specific NIST controls, such as access control, awareness and training, configuration management, incident response, maintenance, and risk assessment. For instance, it explains how Eclypsium enables organizations to analyze network devices for integrity, manage privileged functions, and maintain baseline configurations. Additionally, it describes the platform's capabilities in scanning for vulnerabilities and ensuring that security configurations are enforced. Overall, the report serves as a guide for organizations seeking to enhance their supply chain security and comply with federal data protection standards.