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Framework Domains (18)
BSIMM: Access Control
Logical and physical access controls (BSIMM)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| BSIMM-11 | Access control policy and enforcement |
| BSIMM-12 | User access management and provisioning |
| BSIMM-13 | Authentication and password management |
| BSIMM-14 | Privileged access management |
| BSIMM-15 | Access review and recertification |
BSIMM: Asset Management
Information asset management (BSIMM)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| BSIMM-06 | Asset inventory and ownership |
| BSIMM-07 | Acceptable use of assets |
| BSIMM-08 | Information classification and labeling |
| BSIMM-09 | Asset handling procedures |
| BSIMM-10 | Media management and disposal |
BSIMM: Communications Security
Network and communications security (BSIMM)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| BSIMM-27 | Network security management |
| BSIMM-28 | Network service security |
| BSIMM-29 | Segregation in networks |
| BSIMM-30 | Information transfer policies |
| BSIMM-31 | Secure messaging |
BSIMM: Cryptography
Cryptographic controls (BSIMM)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| BSIMM-16 | Cryptographic policy and key management |
| BSIMM-17 | Encryption of data at rest |
| BSIMM-18 | Encryption of data in transit |
| BSIMM-19 | Certificate management |
| BSIMM-20 | Key lifecycle management |
BSIMM: Information Security Policies
Organizational information security policies (BSIMM)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| BSIMM-01 | Information security policy framework |
| BSIMM-02 | Management direction and commitment |
| BSIMM-03 | Policy review and update procedures |
| BSIMM-04 | Roles and responsibilities definition |
| BSIMM-05 | Contact with authorities and special interest groups |
BSIMM: Operations Security
Secure operations and monitoring (BSIMM)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| BSIMM-21 | Operational procedures and responsibilities |
| BSIMM-22 | Protection from malware |
| BSIMM-23 | Backup and recovery procedures |
| BSIMM-24 | Logging and monitoring |
| BSIMM-25 | Technical vulnerability management |
| BSIMM-26 | Audit considerations |
Deployment: Configuration Management and Vulnerability Management
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| CMVM1.2 | Identify Software Defects Found in Operations Monitoring and Feed Them Back to Development |
| CMVM3.4 | Operate a Bug Bounty Program |
Deployment: Penetration Testing
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| PT1.1 | Use External Penetration Testers |
| PT2.3 | Schedule Regular Pen Tests with Standardized Process |
Deployment: Software Environment
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| SE1.2 | Ensure Host and Network Security Basics in Place |
| SE3.6 | Enhance Application Inventory with Operations Bill of Materials |
Governance: Compliance and Policy
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| CP1.2 | Identify PII Obligations |
| CP2.1 | Build a PII Inventory |
Governance: Strategy and Metrics
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| SM1.1 | Publish Process and Evolve as Necessary |
| SM2.2 | Enforce Gates and Track Exceptions |
Governance: Training
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| T1.1 | Provide Awareness Training |
| T2.5 | Provide Role-Specific Advanced Training |
Intelligence: Attack Models
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| AM1.2 | Create a Data Classification Scheme and Inventory |
| AM2.5 | Build and Maintain a Top N Possible Attacks List |
Intelligence: Security Features and Design
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| SFD1.1 | Build and Publish Security Features |
| SFD2.1 | Leverage Secure-by-Design Components |
Intelligence: Standards and Requirements
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| SR1.1 | Create Security Standards |
| SR2.2 | Create a Standards Review Board |
SSDL Touchpoints: Architecture Analysis
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| AA1.1 | Perform Security Feature Review |
| AA2.1 | Perform Architecture Analysis Using STRIDE or Equivalent |
SSDL Touchpoints: Code Review
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| CR1.4 | Use Automated Code Review Tools |
| CR2.7 | Combine Automated and Manual Code Review |
SSDL Touchpoints: Security Testing
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| ST1.3 | Drive Tests with Security Requirements and Features |
| ST2.4 | Drive Tests with Risk Analysis Results |
Your Compliance Coverage
If you comply with BSIMM, you already cover:
OWASP ASVS
33%
18 controls mapped
Compare →3GPP Security
33%
18 controls mapped
Compare →NIST SP 800-207
33%
18 controls mapped
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is BSIMM?
BSIMM is a compliance framework from International with 18 domains and 55 controls. Building Security In Maturity Model It is used by organisations to establish and maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
How many controls does BSIMM have?
BSIMM has 55 controls organised across 18 domains. The largest domains are BSIMM: Operations Security (6 controls), BSIMM: Access Control (5 controls), BSIMM: Asset Management (5 controls). Each control defines specific requirements that organisations must implement to achieve compliance.
What frameworks does BSIMM map to?
BSIMM maps to 610 other compliance frameworks. The top mapping partners are OWASP ASVS (33% coverage), 3GPP Security (33% coverage), NIST SP 800-207 (33% coverage). Use our comparison tool to explore control-level mappings between frameworks.
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