Update on ITGC framework for practical IT governance insights
The Audit Service of the Kingdom (Auditdienst Rijk) has introduced an updated IT General Controls (ITGC) framework aligned with BIO2, centred on risk management.
BIO2 version 1.3 available for all government tiers
BIO2 version 1.3 replaces earlier editions and aligns more closely with the Cyberbeveiligingswet (Cbw), which implements the NIS2 Directive into Dutch law.
Consultation on cyber threat information standards
The Dutch Standardisation Forum has launched an online consultation on making updated standards for sharing cyber threat information mandatory across government.
Government-wide Cyber Programme launches Caribbean webinar series
The webinars are aimed at addressing cybersecurity challenges specific to the Caribbean part of the Kingdom, and will take place throughout December.
Online consultation launched on new cybersecurity rules
Citizens, entrepreneurs and government organisations can all respond to a ministerial consultation on new rules for the Government Sector Cybersecurity Regulation.
Checklist: how digitally resilient is your organisation?
The Ransomware Readiness Checklist helps organisations gain insight into their current state in the fight against ransomware attacks and identify possible risks.
Think Ahead: campaign helps prepare for emergencies
Only 3 in 10 Dutch people feel they are prepared for an emergency. The Think Ahead campaign offers guidance for situations without electricity, water, or internet.
Digital continuity needs strengthening
The research report 'From vulnerable to resilient' shows that the government is vulnerable to ICT failures. We summarised the steps being taken to improve this.
Baseline Information Security for Government revised
The BIO2 takes immediate effect as mandatory self-regulation for provinces, water authorities and central government. For municipalities it is a guiding framework.
Blueprint developed for Cyber Resilience Network
The Cyber Resilience Network is intended to strengthen digital resilience across the Netherlands. A blueprint has been developed for this purpose.
Standards framework for special category data tightened
The decree on information security standards for handling special category data within the national civil service (VIRBI) has been updated to strengthen resilience.
New guide helps municipalities prepare for crises
The VNG proposes 41 measures to help local authorities boost their resilience during a crisis. This will help identify risks and solutions more swiftly.
