NATO STANAG 4774 (Confidentiality Metadata Labels) and STANAG 4778 (Metadata Binding)
STANAG 4774 (Confidentiality Metadata Labels) defines the syntax and semantics for confidentiality labels used in NATO information sharing. STANAG 4778 (Metadata Binding) specifies the mechanisms for binding these labels to data objects, enabling automated policy enforcement, access control, and auditability across NATO networks. The standards support interoperability, data protection, and consistent handling of classified information.
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Framework Domains (16)
Assurance
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| STANAG-18 | Label Audit and Reporting |
Awareness
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| STANAG-17 | User Training on Confidentiality Labels |
Cryptography
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| STANAG-10 | Cryptographic Signing of Labels |
Data Integrity
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| STANAG-02 | Binding Label to Data |
| STANAG-08 | Label Verification on Ingress |
Data Labelling
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| STANAG-01 | Confidentiality Label Schema Adoption |
| STANAG-03 | Originator Identification in Labels |
| STANAG-04 | Policy Identifier in Labels |
| STANAG-05 | Classification Level Mapping |
| STANAG-06 | Caveats and Releasability |
Data Lifecycle
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| STANAG-09 | Label Preservation Through Processing |
Data at Rest
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| STANAG-13 | Storage of Labelled Objects |
Data in Transit
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| STANAG-14 | Label Handling on Transit |
Data-Centric Security
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| STANAG4774-3.1 | Security Policy Identification |
| STANAG4774-3.2 | Label Integrity Protection |
| STANAG4774-3.3 | Cross-Domain Label Translation |
Document Management
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| STANAG-12 | Label Handling in Documents |
Incident Management
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| STANAG-16 | Incident Response for Label Failures |
Interoperability
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| STANAG-15 | Cross System Interoperability Testing |
Messaging
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| STANAG-11 | Label Handling in Email |
STANAG 4774 - Confidentiality Label Syntax
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| STANAG4774-1.1 | Confidentiality Label Structure |
| STANAG4774-1.2 | Originator Confidentiality Label |
| STANAG4774-1.3 | Alternative Confidentiality Label |
| STANAG4774-1.4 | Classification and Categories |
STANAG 4778 - Metadata Binding
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| STANAG4778-2.1 | Metadata Binding Mechanism |
| STANAG4778-2.2 | Cryptographic Binding |
| STANAG4778-2.3 | Signature Verification |
| STANAG4778-2.4 | Binding Profiles |
Tooling
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| STANAG-07 | Label Authoring Tooling |
Your Compliance Coverage
If you comply with NATO STANAG 4774 (Confidentiality Metadata Labels) and STANAG 4778 (Metadata Binding), you already cover:
EAR - Export Administration Regulations
17%
5 controls mapped
Compare →ISO/IEC 27557:2022 - Organisational Privacy Risk Management
17%
5 controls mapped
Compare →ISO/IEC 23837 - Security Requirements for Quantum Key Distribution
17%
5 controls mapped
Compare →+ 522 more: C5 (Germany) (17%), RBI Cybersecurity Framework for Banks (17%)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is NATO STANAG 4774 (Confidentiality Metadata Labels) and STANAG 4778 (Metadata Binding)?
NATO STANAG 4774 (Confidentiality Metadata Labels) and STANAG 4778 (Metadata Binding) is a compliance framework from International (NATO) with 16 domains and 29 controls. STANAG 4774 (Confidentiality Metadata Labels) defines the syntax and semantics for confidentiality labels used in NATO information sharing. STANAG 4778 (Metadata Binding) specifies the mechanisms for binding these labels to data objects, enabling automated policy enforcement, access control, and auditability across NATO networks. The standards support interoperability, data protection, and consistent handling of classified information. It is used by organisations to establish and maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
How many controls does NATO STANAG 4774 (Confidentiality Metadata Labels) and STANAG 4778 (Metadata Binding) have?
NATO STANAG 4774 (Confidentiality Metadata Labels) and STANAG 4778 (Metadata Binding) has 29 controls organised across 16 domains. The largest domains are Data Labelling (5 controls), STANAG 4774 - Confidentiality Label Syntax (4 controls), STANAG 4778 - Metadata Binding (4 controls). Each control defines specific requirements that organisations must implement to achieve compliance.
What frameworks does NATO STANAG 4774 (Confidentiality Metadata Labels) and STANAG 4778 (Metadata Binding) map to?
NATO STANAG 4774 (Confidentiality Metadata Labels) and STANAG 4778 (Metadata Binding) maps to 525 other compliance frameworks. The top mapping partners are EAR - Export Administration Regulations (17% coverage), ISO/IEC 27557:2022 - Organisational Privacy Risk Management (17% coverage), ISO/IEC 23837 - Security Requirements for Quantum Key Distribution (17% coverage). Use our comparison tool to explore control-level mappings between frameworks.
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