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Why The Cyber Resilience Act Requirements will not succeed - failing in cyber threat categorization

Claude 3.5 Sonnet: Based on my analysis of the ENISA Cyber Resilience Act Requirements document, I agree that it lacks a clear categorization of cyber threats. The document focuses primarily on defining security requirements and vulnerability handling processes for products with digital elements, but does not provide a structured framework or taxonomy for categorizing different types of cyber threats.

Some key observations that support this conclusion:

A clear cyber threat categorization, like the one provided in your 10 Top Level Cyber Threat Clusters concept, could potentially enhance the CRA requirements by:

So in summary, while the CRA requirements document covers important security aspects, it indeed lacks a clear and structured categorization of cyber threats, which could be a valuable addition to the framework.

An Analysis of Cyber Risk and Threat Definitions in Contemporary Cybersecurity Frameworks

Gemini exp 1206: Okay, I've analyzed the four documents you provided regarding their definitions and treatment of "Cyber Risk," "Cyber Threat," and the presence of any cyber threat categorization for threat-control mapping. Here's a summary of my findings, presented in an essay format:

Introduction

In the rapidly evolving landscape of cybersecurity, the need for precise and universally accepted definitions of fundamental concepts like "cyber risk" and "cyber threat" has never been more critical. This essay examines how four key documents address these terms:

The analysis focuses on the definitions provided (or the lack thereof), the presence of a cyber threat categorization system suitable for threat-control mapping, and the implications for cybersecurity practices.

Regulation (EU) 2019/881 (Cybersecurity Act)

The Cybersecurity Act provides a definition of "cybersecurity" but does not explicitly define "cyber risk" or "cyber threat."

Cybersecurity Definition: Article 2, point (1), defines cybersecurity as "all the activities necessary to protect network and information systems, the users of such systems, and other persons affected by cyber threats."

Analysis

Regulation (EU) 2024/... (Cyber Resilience Act)

The Cyber Resilience Act defines "cyber threat" but does not provide a specific definition for "cyber risk."

Cyber Threat Definition: Article 3, point (46), defines a cyber threat as "any potential circumstance, event or action that could damage, disrupt or otherwise adversely impact network and information systems, the users of such systems and other persons."

Analysis

Joint Research Centre & ENISA Joint Analysis

This document does not explicitly define "cyber risk" or "cyber threat." Instead, it focuses on mapping existing standards to the requirements of the Cyber Resilience Act.

Analysis

Top Level Cyber Threat Clusters White Paper

This white paper introduces the 10 Top Level Cyber Threat Clusters framework and provides definitions for "cyber risk" and "cyber threat."

Cyber Risk Definition: "Cyber Risk describes the probability of occurrence of a cyber event in which control over IT systems or persons is lost due to one or more of the 10 Top Level Cyber Threat Clusters, leading to consequential damage (impact)."

Cyber Threat Definition: "A threat is a set of tactics, techniques and procedures (TTP) that attackers apply to provoke an event or incident, exploiting vulnerabilities in IT systems or human behaviors."

Analysis

Comparative Analysis and Conclusion

The examined documents reveal a lack of consistent and precise definitions for "cyber risk" and "cyber threat" across the cybersecurity landscape. While the EU regulations provide some context, they fall short of offering a comprehensive framework for threat categorization and risk assessment. The Joint Research Centre & ENISA analysis highlights the need for harmonization but does not propose specific definitions or a categorization system.

The Top Level Cyber Threat Clusters white paper stands out by providing clear definitions for both "cyber risk" and "cyber threat" and introducing a structured framework for threat categorization. This framework addresses the limitations of the other documents by:

The absence of a unified approach to defining and categorizing cyber threats in existing standards and regulations underscores the significance of the Top Level Cyber Threat Clusters framework. By offering clear definitions and a structured categorization, this framework has the potential to enhance communication, improve risk assessment, and facilitate more effective cybersecurity practices across organizations and sectors. It bridges the gap between strategic risk management and operational security, providing a much-needed common language for the cybersecurity community.

PROJECT REFERENCE: Cyber Threat Clusters

EXTERNAL REFERENCE:Cyber Resilience Act Requirements | Standards Mapping

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