4.3.3 The relevant entities shall implement a process for managing and making use of information received …

Requirement

The relevant entities shall implement a process for managing and making use of information received from the CSIRTs or, where applicable, the competent authorities, concerning incidents, vulnerabilities, threats or possible mitigation measures.

Guidance

• Implement a process for managing and making use of information received from the CSIRTs. Consider the following steps (indicative, non-exhaustive list):
  • designate a point of contact with the CSIRT;
  • ensure that the point of contact has sufficient knowledge concerning incidents and threat intelligence.
  • classify incoming information into categories such as incidents, vulnerabilities, threats and mitigation measures.
  • assign priority levels based on severity and potential impact on the entity, if the information is relevant or applicable
  • have the CSIRT contact point review the information for relevance and urgency.
  • validate information against internal logs, threat intelligence feeds and existing security policies.
  • for vulnerabilities and threats, if applicable, collaborate with relevant teams (IT, security, operations) to develop a mitigation strategy;
  • update or create incident response plans based on the nature of the threats or incidents reported in accordance with point 3.5 of the Annex to the regulation.
  • where appropriate, implement the mitigation measures and communicate with the relevant stakeholders in accordance with point 3.5 of the Annex to the regulation.
  • share insights and feedback on incidents and mitigations with the CSIRT on a voluntary basis.

Examples of evidence

• Previous communications with CSIRTs or, where applicable, the competent authorities, for example emails, correspondence and meeting minutes.
• Evidences that the point of contact has sufficient knowledge concerning incidents and threat intelligence.

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