SSDF (NIST)
Secure Software Development Framework
SSDF (NIST) is a compliance framework from United States with 4 domains and 4 controls. The largest domains are Prepare Org (1 controls), Produce Software (1 controls), Protect Software (1 controls). Every control below carries what it requires and what an assessor expects to see.
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Framework Domains (4)
Prepare Org
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| SSDFGRP-1 | Prepare the Organization (PO) |
Produce Software
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| SSDFGRP-3 | Produce Well-Secured Software (PW) |
Protect Software
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| SSDFGRP-2 | Protect the Software (PS) |
Respond Vulnerabilities
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| SSDFGRP-4 | Respond to Vulnerabilities (RV) |
What is SSDF (NIST) and who does it apply to?
SSDF (NIST) is a compliance framework from United States with 4 domains and 4 controls. Secure Software Development Framework It is used by organisations to establish and maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
What does SSDF (NIST) actually require?
SSDF (NIST) has 4 controls organised across 4 domains. The largest domains are Prepare Org (1 controls), Produce Software (1 controls), Protect Software (1 controls). Each control defines specific requirements that organisations must implement to achieve compliance.
If I already comply with another framework, how much of SSDF (NIST) do I already cover?
SSDF (NIST) does not currently have cross-framework mappings in our system. Check back as we continuously expand our mapping database.
How do I implement SSDF (NIST)?
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