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title: "Compliance Hub"
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published_at: "2025-04-29T13:24:27+00:00"
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# Compliance Hub

If you’re like most organizations, it can take a month or more to document compliance controls. IP Fabric shrinks audit prep down from 30 days to just 30 minutes by automatically checking your cloud and on-prem environments against all major security and regulatory frameworks.

[PCI-DSS](#pci-dss)
[DORA](#dora)
[NIST](#nist)
[NIS 2](#nis-2)
[HIPAA](#hipaa)
[ISO 27001](#iso-27001)
[CIS](#cis)

Choose a compliance standard PCI-DSS DORA NIST NIS 2 HIPAA ISO 27001 CIS

### Daily Discovery & Inventory

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Group-32.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Group-32.png)

Key Network Discovery Snapshot Information

Network devices with Telnet access may represent a violation of PCI DSS (v4.0 – Requirement 2.2.6 & 8.2.2), which disallows use of insecure protocols unless justified and protected with compensating controls. Manually collecting and documenting this information is time-consuming and often inaccurate, leaving you subject to violations, and consequently, monetary and administrative penalties.

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-11.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-11.png)

IP Fabric Network Devices Inventory

A fortified network device inventory represents the point-in-time “inventory of system” PCI requires.

#### PCI Data Security Standard

**Requirement 2.4:**  
Maintain an inventory of system components that are in scope for PCI DSS.

**Requirement 6.1:**  
Establish a process to identify security vulnerabilities, using reputable outside sources for security vulnerability information, and assign a risk ranking (e.g., high, medium, or low) to newly discovered vulnerabilities.

**Requirement 10.7:**  
Retain audit trail history for at least one year, with a minimum of three months immediately available for analysis.

**Requirement 12.3.4:**  
Hardware and software technologies in use are reviewed at least once every 12 months.

**Requirements 12.5.1:**  
An inventory of system components that are in scope for PCI DSS, including a description of function/use, is maintained and kept current.

#### More on PCI-DSS

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/automate-network-securityto-meet-evolving-pcicompliance-standards/)
[Read Blog](https://ipfabric.io/blog/meet-pci-dss-compliance-with-network-assurance/)

### Lifecycle Management

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-20.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-20.png)

Critical Device Lifecycle Information In Every Snapshot

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-12.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-12.png)

EoL Summary With Suggested Replacement

IP Fabric provides detailed Lifecycle Maintenance Information with every snapshot – automating collection and normalization of this data from disparate vendors and technologies ensures accurate planning, reporting, and operation of critical networks.

Devices that have reached end-of-life (EOL), end-of-maintenance, or end-of-support may no longer receive critical security updates, firmware patches, or vendor assistance, making them vulnerable to exploitation and non-compliant with most security standards. PCI DSS (v4.0 – 6.3.3): Demands prompt patching of known vulnerabilities.

#### PCI Data Security Standard

**Requirement 2.4:**  
Maintain an inventory of system components that are in scope for PCI DSS.

**Requirement 6.1:**  
Establish a process to identify security vulnerabilities, using reputable outside sources for security vulnerability information, and assign a risk ranking (e.g., high, medium, or low) to newly discovered vulnerabilities.

**Requirement 10.7:**  
Retain audit trail history for at least one year, with a minimum of three months immediately available for analysis.

**Requirement 12.3.4:**  
Hardware and software technologies in use are reviewed at least once every 12 months.

**Requirements 12.5.1:**  
An inventory of system components that are in scope for PCI DSS, including a description of function/use, is maintained and kept current.

#### More on PCI-DSS

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/automate-network-securityto-meet-evolving-pcicompliance-standards/)
[Read Blog](https://ipfabric.io/blog/meet-pci-dss-compliance-with-network-assurance/)

### Risk Identification

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-21.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-21.png)

Intent Checks Reveal Network Compliance with Every Snapshot

Network devices with Telnet access may represent a violation of PCI DSS (v4.0 – Requirement 2.2.6 & 8.2.2), which disallows use of insecure protocols unless justified and protected with compensating controls.

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-13.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-13.png)

Secure Ports Detail – Security Methods Applied

PCI DSS (v4.0 – Requirement 7 & 8): Mandates strong access controls and unique authentication for all users with access to cardholder data. 802.1X ensures only authenticated endpoints can reach scoped environments.

#### PCI Data Security Standard

**Requirement 2.4:**  
Maintain an inventory of system components that are in scope for PCI DSS.

**Requirement 6.1:**  
Establish a process to identify security vulnerabilities, using reputable outside sources for security vulnerability information, and assign a risk ranking (e.g., high, medium, or low) to newly discovered vulnerabilities.

**Requirement 10.7:**  
Retain audit trail history for at least one year, with a minimum of three months immediately available for analysis.

**Requirement 12.3.4:**  
Hardware and software technologies in use are reviewed at least once every 12 months.

**Requirements 12.5.1:**  
An inventory of system components that are in scope for PCI DSS, including a description of function/use, is maintained and kept current.

#### More on PCI-DSS

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/automate-network-securityto-meet-evolving-pcicompliance-standards/)
[Read Blog](https://ipfabric.io/blog/meet-pci-dss-compliance-with-network-assurance/)

### Configuration Backups

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-11.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-11.png)

Backup Configuration Information For Offline Storage

IP Fabric provides secure configuration backups to use in business continuity, network availability, and disaster recovery plans.

#### PCI Data Security Standard

**Requirement 2.4:**  
Maintain an inventory of system components that are in scope for PCI DSS.

**Requirement 6.1:**  
Establish a process to identify security vulnerabilities, using reputable outside sources for security vulnerability information, and assign a risk ranking (e.g., high, medium, or low) to newly discovered vulnerabilities.

**Requirement 10.7:**  
Retain audit trail history for at least one year, with a minimum of three months immediately available for analysis.

**Requirement 12.3.4:**  
Hardware and software technologies in use are reviewed at least once every 12 months.

**Requirements 12.5.1:**  
An inventory of system components that are in scope for PCI DSS, including a description of function/use, is maintained and kept current.

#### More on PCI-DSS

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/automate-network-securityto-meet-evolving-pcicompliance-standards/)
[Read Blog](https://ipfabric.io/blog/meet-pci-dss-compliance-with-network-assurance/)

### Security Policy Validation

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-22.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-22.png)
[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-14.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-14.png)

Intent Check Confirming IPSec Tunnel Status

ACL Details

IP Fabric supplies key security information team that network teams need, giving a common language for network and security teams to understand the infrastructure through, ensuring proactivity, fast incident resolution (lower MTTR), and less friction between teams.

#### PCI Data Security Standard

**Requirement 1.2.3**

An accurate network diagram(s) is maintained that shows all connections between the CDE and other networks, including any wireless networks.

**Requirement 1.2.4**

An accurate data-flow diagram(s) is maintained that meets the following:

• Shows all account data flows across systems and networks.

• Updated as needed upon changes to the environment.

**Requirement 1.3.1**

Ensure only authorized traffic is allowed between trusted and untrusted networks (e.g., internet and cardholder data environment).

**Requirement 1.4.1**

NSCs (Network Segmentation Controls) are implemented between trusted and untrusted networks.

**Requirement 1.4.2**

Inbound traffic from untrusted networks to trusted networks is restricted.

**Requirement 1.4.4**

System components that store cardholder data are not directly accessible from untrusted networks.

**Requirement 11.4.5**

When an entity uses segmentation controls to isolate the CDE from internal untrusted networks, the security of the CDE is dependent on that segmentation functioning.

**Requirement 12.1**

Establish, publish, and maintain a security policy that defines how cardholder data is protected.

**Requirement 12.10.1**

Implement an incident response plan to quickly react to security breaches or cardholder data exposure.

#### More on PCI-DSS

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/automate-network-securityto-meet-evolving-pcicompliance-standards/)
[Read Blog](https://ipfabric.io/blog/meet-pci-dss-compliance-with-network-assurance/)

### Segmentation Validation

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-23.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-23.png)

Intent Check Showing End-To-End Path Status

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-15.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-15.png)

End-to-End Path Visualization

#### PCI Data Security Standard

**Requirement 1.2.3**

An accurate network diagram(s) is maintained that shows all connections between the CDE and other networks, including any wireless networks.

**Requirement 1.2.4**

An accurate data-flow diagram(s) is maintained that meets the following:

• Shows all account data flows across systems and networks.

• Updated as needed upon changes to the environment.

**Requirement 1.3.1**

Ensure only authorized traffic is allowed between trusted and untrusted networks (e.g., internet and cardholder data environment).

**Requirement 1.4.1**

NSCs (Network Segmentation Controls) are implemented between trusted and untrusted networks.

**Requirement 1.4.2**

Inbound traffic from untrusted networks to trusted networks is restricted.

**Requirement 1.4.4**

System components that store cardholder data are not directly accessible from untrusted networks.

**Requirement 11.4.5**

When an entity uses segmentation controls to isolate the CDE from internal untrusted networks, the security of the CDE is dependent on that segmentation functioning.

**Requirement 12.1**

Establish, publish, and maintain a security policy that defines how cardholder data is protected.

**Requirement 12.10.1**

Implement an incident response plan to quickly react to security breaches or cardholder data exposure.

#### More on PCI-DSS

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/automate-network-securityto-meet-evolving-pcicompliance-standards/)
[Read Blog](https://ipfabric.io/blog/meet-pci-dss-compliance-with-network-assurance/)

### End to End Analysis

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/end-to-end-analysis-scaled.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/end-to-end-analysis-scaled.png)

End-to-End Path with IP Sec Tunnel Validation

Automated End-to-End path visualization and analysis cuts out a repetitive manual data gathering process; saved path checks mean teams can quickly understand critical path status with every snapshot.

#### PCI Data Security Standard

**Requirement 1.2.3**

An accurate network diagram(s) is maintained that shows all connections between the CDE and other networks, including any wireless networks.

**Requirement 1.2.4**

An accurate data-flow diagram(s) is maintained that meets the following:

• Shows all account data flows across systems and networks.

• Updated as needed upon changes to the environment.

**Requirement 1.3.1**

Ensure only authorized traffic is allowed between trusted and untrusted networks (e.g., internet and cardholder data environment).

**Requirement 1.4.1**

NSCs (Network Segmentation Controls) are implemented between trusted and untrusted networks.

**Requirement 1.4.2**

Inbound traffic from untrusted networks to trusted networks is restricted.

**Requirement 1.4.4**

System components that store cardholder data are not directly accessible from untrusted networks.

**Requirement 11.4.5**

When an entity uses segmentation controls to isolate the CDE from internal untrusted networks, the security of the CDE is dependent on that segmentation functioning.

**Requirement 12.1**

Establish, publish, and maintain a security policy that defines how cardholder data is protected.

**Requirement 12.10.1**

Implement an incident response plan to quickly react to security breaches or cardholder data exposure.

#### More on PCI-DSS

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/automate-network-securityto-meet-evolving-pcicompliance-standards/)
[Read Blog](https://ipfabric.io/blog/meet-pci-dss-compliance-with-network-assurance/)

### Business Continuity Validation

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-25.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-25.png)

Custom Dashboard

Custom Dashboards for specific critical network segments or teams allow for a daily overview of business continuity, that you can securely share with a specific audience.

#### PCI Data Security Standard

**Requirement 1.2.3**

An accurate network diagram(s) is maintained that shows all connections between the CDE and other networks, including any wireless networks.

**Requirement 1.2.4**

An accurate data-flow diagram(s) is maintained that meets the following:

• Shows all account data flows across systems and networks.

• Updated as needed upon changes to the environment.

**Requirement 1.3.1**

Ensure only authorized traffic is allowed between trusted and untrusted networks (e.g., internet and cardholder data environment).

**Requirement 1.4.1**

NSCs (Network Segmentation Controls) are implemented between trusted and untrusted networks.

**Requirement 1.4.2**

Inbound traffic from untrusted networks to trusted networks is restricted.

**Requirement 1.4.4**

System components that store cardholder data are not directly accessible from untrusted networks.

**Requirement 11.4.5**

When an entity uses segmentation controls to isolate the CDE from internal untrusted networks, the security of the CDE is dependent on that segmentation functioning.

**Requirement 12.1**

Establish, publish, and maintain a security policy that defines how cardholder data is protected.

**Requirement 12.10.1**

Implement an incident response plan to quickly react to security breaches or cardholder data exposure.

#### More on PCI-DSS

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/automate-network-securityto-meet-evolving-pcicompliance-standards/)
[Read Blog](https://ipfabric.io/blog/meet-pci-dss-compliance-with-network-assurance/)

### Automated Incident Reponse

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-6.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-6.png)

Automation Reference Architecture

Use IP Fabric’s open REST API to trigger, and then validate, automated incident response.

#### PCI Data Security Standard

**Requirement 10.7:**  
Retain audit trail history for at least one year, with a minimum of three months immediately available for analysis.

**Requirement 12.10.1:**  
Create and implement an incident response plan that is immediately activated in case of a breach.

#### More on PCI-DSS

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/automate-network-securityto-meet-evolving-pcicompliance-standards/)
[Read Blog](https://ipfabric.io/blog/meet-pci-dss-compliance-with-network-assurance/)

### Automated Custom Reports

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image1.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image1.png)

Most regulations give short windows for reporting on the state of the network; IP Fabric provides consumable reports with a click and the option to automate creation of custom network reports.

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-4.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-4.png)

Up-to-Date Low-Level Site Design Report

#### PCI Data Security Standard

**Requirement 10.7:**  
Retain audit trail history for at least one year, with a minimum of three months immediately available for analysis.

**Requirement 12.10.1:**  
Create and implement an incident response plan that is immediately activated in case of a breach.

#### More on PCI-DSS

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/automate-network-securityto-meet-evolving-pcicompliance-standards/)
[Read Blog](https://ipfabric.io/blog/meet-pci-dss-compliance-with-network-assurance/)

[PCI-DSS](#pci-dss)
[DORA](#dora)
[NIST](#nist)
[NIS 2](#nis-2)
[HIPAA](#hipaa)
[ISO 27001](#iso-27001)
[CIS](#cis)

Choose a compliance standard PCI-DSS DORA NIST NIS 2 HIPAA ISO 27001 CIS

### Daily Discovery & Inventory

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Group-33.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Group-33.png)

Key Network Discovery Snapshot Information

Network devices with Telnet access may represent a violation of PCI DSS (v4.0 – Requirement 2.2.6 & 8.2.2), which disallows use of insecure protocols unless justified and protected with compensating controls. Manually collecting and documenting this information is time-consuming and often inaccurate, leaving you subject to violations, and consequently, monetary and administrative penalties.

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-8.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-8.png)

IP Fabric Network Devices Inventory

A fortified network device inventory represents the point-in-time “inventory of system” PCI requires.

#### DORA

**Article 8.1, Article 8.4:**  
Maintain an inventory of all network assets, including hardware and software components.

**Article 6:**  
Requires the establishment of a robust ICT risk management framework that encompasses the entire lifecycle of ICT assets.This includes procurement, deployment, maintenance, and decommissioning, ensuring that each phase is managed with appropriate risk controls.

**Article 8.4, Article 8.5:**  
Keep up-to-date diagrams of the network’s architecture, including all devices, connections, and configurations.

**Article 9:**  
Keep systems up-to-date to protect against vulnerabilities. Obligates financial entities to implement mechanisms for the continuous identification and assessment of ICT risks.This involves analyzing potential threats and vulnerabilities that could impact the operational resilience of the organization.

#### More on DORA

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/building-a-dora-compliantnetwork-resilience-practice/)
[Read Blog](https://ipfabric.io/blog/10-critical-dora-requirements-satisfied-by-network-assurance/)

### Lifecycle Management

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-9.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-9.png)

Critical Device Lifecycle Information In Every Snapshot

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-5.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-5.png)

EoL Summary With Suggested Replacement

IP Fabric provides detailed Lifecycle Maintenance Information with every snapshot – automating collection and normalization of this data from disparate vendors and technologies ensures accurate planning, reporting, and operation of critical networks.

Devices that have reached end-of-life (EOL), end-of-maintenance, or end-of-support may no longer receive critical security updates, firmware patches, or vendor assistance, making them vulnerable to exploitation and non-compliant with most security standards.DORA expects systems to be “state-of-the-art” and regularly assessed for risk — outdated systems breach this expectation.

#### DORA

**Article 8.1, Article 8.4:**  
Maintain an inventory of all network assets, including hardware and software components.

**Article 6:**  
Requires the establishment of a robust ICT risk management framework that encompasses the entire lifecycle of ICT assets.This includes procurement, deployment, maintenance, and decommissioning, ensuring that each phase is managed with appropriate risk controls.

**Article 8.4, Article 8.5:**  
Keep up-to-date diagrams of the network’s architecture, including all devices, connections, and configurations.

**Article 9:**  
Keep systems up-to-date to protect against vulnerabilities. Obligates financial entities to implement mechanisms for the continuous identification and assessment of ICT risks.This involves analyzing potential threats and vulnerabilities that could impact the operational resilience of the organization.

#### More on DORA

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/building-a-dora-compliantnetwork-resilience-practice/)
[Read Blog](https://ipfabric.io/blog/10-critical-dora-requirements-satisfied-by-network-assurance/)

### Risk Identification

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-10.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-10.png)

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-6.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-6.png)

Secure Ports Detail – Security Methods Applied

DORA calls for robust ICT risk management, including identity and access management (IAM). 802.1X enforces hardware-based IAM at the physical and logical network layers.

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image3.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image3.png)

Intent Check Showing Devices Present with Potentially Insecure Telnet Access

#### DORA

**Article 8.1, Article 8.4:**  
Maintain an inventory of all network assets, including hardware and software components.

**Article 6:**  
Requires the establishment of a robust ICT risk management framework that encompasses the entire lifecycle of ICT assets.This includes procurement, deployment, maintenance, and decommissioning, ensuring that each phase is managed with appropriate risk controls.

**Article 8.4, Article 8.5:**  
Keep up-to-date diagrams of the network’s architecture, including all devices, connections, and configurations.

**Article 9:**  
Keep systems up-to-date to protect against vulnerabilities. Obligates financial entities to implement mechanisms for the continuous identification and assessment of ICT risks.This involves analyzing potential threats and vulnerabilities that could impact the operational resilience of the organization.

#### More on DORA

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/building-a-dora-compliantnetwork-resilience-practice/)
[Read Blog](https://ipfabric.io/blog/10-critical-dora-requirements-satisfied-by-network-assurance/)

### Configuration Backups

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-11.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-11.png)

Backup Configuration Information For Offline Storage

IP Fabric provides secure configuration backups to use in business continuity, network availability, and disaster recovery plans.

#### DORA

**Article 8.1, Article 8.4:**  
Maintain an inventory of all network assets, including hardware and software components.

**Article 6:**  
Requires the establishment of a robust ICT risk management framework that encompasses the entire lifecycle of ICT assets.This includes procurement, deployment, maintenance, and decommissioning, ensuring that each phase is managed with appropriate risk controls.

**Article 8.4, Article 8.5:**  
Keep up-to-date diagrams of the network’s architecture, including all devices, connections, and configurations.

**Article 9:**  
Keep systems up-to-date to protect against vulnerabilities. Obligates financial entities to implement mechanisms for the continuous identification and assessment of ICT risks.This involves analyzing potential threats and vulnerabilities that could impact the operational resilience of the organization.

#### More on DORA

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/building-a-dora-compliantnetwork-resilience-practice/)
[Read Blog](https://ipfabric.io/blog/10-critical-dora-requirements-satisfied-by-network-assurance/)

### Security Policy Validation

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-12.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-12.png)

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-7.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-7.png)

ACL Details

IP Fabric supplies key security information team that network teams need, giving a common language for network and security teams to understand the infrastructure through, ensuring proactivity, fast incident resolution (lower MTTR), and less friction between teams.

#### DORA

**Article 9.2, Article 11.5:**  
Model data flows to identify critical paths and ensure security controls are in place.

**Article 9.1:**  
Observe network traffic for anomalies and potential threats.

**Article 9.2, Article 9.4:**  
Ensure only authorized access to network resources using RBAC and the principle of least privilege.

**Article 25:**  
Conduct regular security assessments to identify vulnerabilities.

#### More on DORA

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/building-a-dora-compliantnetwork-resilience-practice/)
[Read Blog](https://ipfabric.io/blog/10-critical-dora-requirements-satisfied-by-network-assurance/)

### Segmentation Validation

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-13.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-13.png)

Intent Check Showing End-To-End Path Status

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-8.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-8.png)

End-to-End Path Visualization

#### DORA

**Article 9.2, Article 11.5:**  
Model data flows to identify critical paths and ensure security controls are in place.

**Article 9.1:**  
Observe network traffic for anomalies and potential threats.

**Article 9.2, Article 9.4:**  
Ensure only authorized access to network resources using RBAC and the principle of least privilege.

**Article 25:**  
Conduct regular security assessments to identify vulnerabilities.

#### More on DORA

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/building-a-dora-compliantnetwork-resilience-practice/)
[Read Blog](https://ipfabric.io/blog/10-critical-dora-requirements-satisfied-by-network-assurance/)

### End to End Analysis

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/end-to-end-analysis-scaled.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/end-to-end-analysis-scaled.png)

End-to-End Path Visualization

Automated End-to-End path visualization and analysis cuts out a repetitive manual data gathering process; saved path checks mean teams can quickly understand critical path status with every snapshot.

#### DORA

**Article 9.2, Article 11.5:**  
Model data flows to identify critical paths and ensure security controls are in place.

**Article 9.1:**  
Observe network traffic for anomalies and potential threats.

**Article 9.2, Article 9.4:**  
Ensure only authorized access to network resources using RBAC and the principle of least privilege.

**Article 25:**  
Conduct regular security assessments to identify vulnerabilities.

#### More on DORA

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/building-a-dora-compliantnetwork-resilience-practice/)
[Read Blog](https://ipfabric.io/blog/10-critical-dora-requirements-satisfied-by-network-assurance/)

### Business Continuity Validation

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image3-1.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image3-1.png)

Custom Dashboard

Custom Dashboards for specific critical network segments or teams allow for a daily overview of business continuity, that you can securely share with a specific audience.

#### DORA

**Article 9.2, Article 11.5:**  
Model data flows to identify critical paths and ensure security controls are in place.

**Article 9.1:**  
Observe network traffic for anomalies and potential threats.

**Article 9.2, Article 9.4:**  
Ensure only authorized access to network resources using RBAC and the principle of least privilege.

**Article 25:**  
Conduct regular security assessments to identify vulnerabilities.

#### More on DORA

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/building-a-dora-compliantnetwork-resilience-practice/)
[Read Blog](https://ipfabric.io/blog/10-critical-dora-requirements-satisfied-by-network-assurance/)

### Automated Incident Reponse

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-15.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-15.png)

Automation Reference Architecture

Use IP Fabric’s open REST API to trigger, and then validate, automated incident response.

#### DORA

**Develop & Test Incident Response Plans (Article 11.2-b):**  
Define and regularly test incident response plans.

**Implement Redundancy and Failover System (Article 11.4, Article 12):**  
Ensure network resilience through redundancy in critical components.

**Report on Network Activities with an Accurate Historical View (Article 19):**  
Document and maintain a historical view of network activities for troubleshooting and reporting.

#### More on DORA

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/building-a-dora-compliantnetwork-resilience-practice/)
[Read Blog](https://ipfabric.io/blog/10-critical-dora-requirements-satisfied-by-network-assurance/)

### Automated Custom Reports

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-16.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-16.png)

Most regulations give short windows for reporting on the state of the network; IP Fabric provides consumable reports with a click and the option to automate creation of custom network reports.

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-9.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-9.png)

Up-to-Date Low-Level Site Design Report

#### DORA

**Develop & Test Incident Response Plans (Article 11.2-b):**  
Define and regularly test incident response plans.

**Implement Redundancy and Failover System (Article 11.4, Article 12):**  
Ensure network resilience through redundancy in critical components.

**Report on Network Activities with an Accurate Historical View (Article 19):**  
Document and maintain a historical view of network activities for troubleshooting and reporting.

#### More on DORA

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/building-a-dora-compliantnetwork-resilience-practice/)
[Read Blog](https://ipfabric.io/blog/10-critical-dora-requirements-satisfied-by-network-assurance/)

[PCI-DSS](#pci-dss)
[DORA](#dora)
[NIST](#nist)
[NIS 2](#nis-2)
[HIPAA](#hipaa)
[ISO 27001](#iso-27001)
[CIS](#cis)

Choose a compliance standard PCI-DSS DORA NIST NIS 2 HIPAA ISO 27001 CIS

### Daily Discovery & Inventory

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-17.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-17.png)

Key Network Discovery Snapshot Information

Network devices with Telnet access may represent a violation of NIST (e.g., SP 800-53, CSF): Requires use of secure protocols like SSH for remote device management. Telnet would be flagged under controls related to access control (AC-17) and system communication protection (SC-12). Manually collecting and documenting this information is time-consuming and often inaccurate, leaving you subject to violations, and consequently, monetary and administrative penalties.

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-8.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-8.png)

IP Fabric Network Devices Inventory

A fortified network device inventory represents the point-in-time “inventory of assets” and “baseline configuration of systems” NIST requires.

#### NIST 2.0

**Identify**  
**ID.AM-01:**  
Inventories of hardware assets are maintained.   
**ID.AM-02:** Inventories of software platforms and applications are maintained.  
**ID.AM-03:** Assets are prioritized based on their classification, criticality, and business value.   
**ID.RA-01:** Asset vulnerabilities are identified and documented.   
**ID.RA-02:** Threat intelligence is received and evaluated.

**Protect**

**PR.IP-01:** A baseline configuration of systems is established and maintained.  
**PR.IP-09:** Backups of information are conducted, maintained, and tested.

#### More on NIST

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/10-network-assurance-outcomes-to-complywith-nist-csf-2-0-recommendations/)

### Lifecycle Management

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image.jpg](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image.jpg)

Critical Device Lifecycle Information In Every Snapshot

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-5.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-5.png)

EoL Summary With Suggested Replacement

Devices that have reached end-of-life (EOL), end-of-maintenance, or end-of-support may no longer receive critical security updates, firmware patches, or vendor assistance, making them vulnerable to exploitation and non-compliant with most security standards. NIST (CM-2, SI-2, RA-5): Requires timely vulnerability remediation and lifecycle awareness.

#### NIST 2.0

**Identify**  
**ID.AM-01:**  
Inventories of hardware assets are maintained.   
**ID.AM-02:** Inventories of software platforms and applications are maintained.  
**ID.AM-03:** Assets are prioritized based on their classification, criticality, and business value.   
**ID.RA-01:** Asset vulnerabilities are identified and documented.   
**ID.RA-02:** Threat intelligence is received and evaluated.

**Protect**

**PR.IP-01:** A baseline configuration of systems is established and maintained.  
**PR.IP-09:** Backups of information are conducted, maintained, and tested.

#### More on NIST

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/10-network-assurance-outcomes-to-complywith-nist-csf-2-0-recommendations/)

### Risk Identification

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-18.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-18.png)

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-6.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-6.png)

Secure Ports Detail – Security Methods Applied

Security frameworks require enforcement of network access control and multi-factor authentication where applicable. 802.1X supports identity-based network segmentation and endpoint validation, aligning with Zero Trust principles.

#### NIST 2.0

**Identify**  
**ID.AM-01:**  
Inventories of hardware assets are maintained.   
**ID.AM-02:** Inventories of software platforms and applications are maintained.  
**ID.AM-03:** Assets are prioritized based on their classification, criticality, and business value.   
**ID.RA-01:** Asset vulnerabilities are identified and documented.   
**ID.RA-02:** Threat intelligence is received and evaluated.

**Protect**

**PR.IP-01:** A baseline configuration of systems is established and maintained.  
**PR.IP-09:** Backups of information are conducted, maintained, and tested.

#### More on NIST

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/10-network-assurance-outcomes-to-complywith-nist-csf-2-0-recommendations/)

### Configuration Backups

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-11.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-11.png)

Backup Configuration Information For Offline Storage

IP Fabric provides secure configuration backups to use in business continuity, network availability, and disaster recovery plans.

#### NIST 2.0

**Identify**  
**ID.AM-01:**  
Inventories of hardware assets are maintained.   
**ID.AM-02:** Inventories of software platforms and applications are maintained.  
**ID.AM-03:** Assets are prioritized based on their classification, criticality, and business value.   
**ID.RA-01:** Asset vulnerabilities are identified and documented.   
**ID.RA-02:** Threat intelligence is received and evaluated.

**Protect**

**PR.IP-01:** A baseline configuration of systems is established and maintained.  
**PR.IP-09:** Backups of information are conducted, maintained, and tested.

#### More on NIST

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/10-network-assurance-outcomes-to-complywith-nist-csf-2-0-recommendations/)

### Security Policy Validation

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-12.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-12.png)

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-7.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-7.png)

ACL Details

IP Fabric supplies key security information team that network teams need, giving a common language for network and security teams to understand the infrastructure through, ensuring proactivity, fast incident resolution (lower MTTR), and less friction between teams.

#### NIST 2.0

**Identify**  
**ID.BE-01:**  
Dependencies and critical functions for delivery of critical services are identified.

**Protect**

**PR.AC-01:** Identities and credentials are issued, managed, verified, revoked, and audited.

**PR.AC-05:**  
Network integrity is protected (e.g., network segmentation).

**PR.PT-03:**  
Communications are restricted based on need to know.  
**Detect DE.CM-01:** The network is monitored to detect cybersecurity events.

**Response**  
**IR.PL-01:**  
Response plans (Incident, Business Continuity) are tested.

**Recovery**  
**RC.CO-01:**  
Recovery plans are tested and updated.

#### More on NIST

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/10-network-assurance-outcomes-to-complywith-nist-csf-2-0-recommendations/)

### Segmentation Validation

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-13.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-13.png)

Intent Check Showing End-To-End Path Status

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-8.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-8.png)

End-to-End Path Visualization

#### NIST 2.0

**Identify**  
**ID.BE-01:**  
Dependencies and critical functions for delivery of critical services are identified.

**Protect**

**PR.AC-01:** Identities and credentials are issued, managed, verified, revoked, and audited.

**PR.AC-05:**  
Network integrity is protected (e.g., network segmentation).

**PR.PT-03:**  
Communications are restricted based on need to know.  
**Detect DE.CM-01:** The network is monitored to detect cybersecurity events.

**Response**  
**IR.PL-01:**  
Response plans (Incident, Business Continuity) are tested.

**Recovery**  
**RC.CO-01:**  
Recovery plans are tested and updated.

#### More on NIST

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/10-network-assurance-outcomes-to-complywith-nist-csf-2-0-recommendations/)

### End to End Analysis

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/end-to-end-analysis-scaled.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/end-to-end-analysis-scaled.png)

End-to-End Path with IP Sec Tunnel Validation

Automated End-to-End path visualization and analysis cuts out a repetitive manual data gathering process; saved path checks mean teams can quickly understand critical path status with every snapshot.

#### NIST 2.0

**Identify**  
**ID.BE-01:**  
Dependencies and critical functions for delivery of critical services are identified.

**Protect**

**PR.AC-01:** Identities and credentials are issued, managed, verified, revoked, and audited.

**PR.AC-05:**  
Network integrity is protected (e.g., network segmentation).

**PR.PT-03:**  
Communications are restricted based on need to know.  
**Detect DE.CM-01:** The network is monitored to detect cybersecurity events.

**Response**  
**IR.PL-01:**  
Response plans (Incident, Business Continuity) are tested.

**Recovery**  
**RC.CO-01:**  
Recovery plans are tested and updated.

#### More on NIST

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/10-network-assurance-outcomes-to-complywith-nist-csf-2-0-recommendations/)

### Business Continuity Validation

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2.jpg](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2.jpg)

Custom Dashboard

#### NIST 2.0

**Identify**  
**ID.BE-01:**  
Dependencies and critical functions for delivery of critical services are identified.

**Protect**

**PR.AC-01:** Identities and credentials are issued, managed, verified, revoked, and audited.

**PR.AC-05:**  
Network integrity is protected (e.g., network segmentation).

**PR.PT-03:**  
Communications are restricted based on need to know.  
**Detect DE.CM-01:** The network is monitored to detect cybersecurity events.

**Response**  
**IR.PL-01:**  
Response plans (Incident, Business Continuity) are tested.

**Recovery**  
**RC.CO-01:**  
Recovery plans are tested and updated.

#### More on NIST

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/10-network-assurance-outcomes-to-complywith-nist-csf-2-0-recommendations/)

### Automated Incident Reponse

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-15.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-15.png)

Automation Reference Architecture

Use IP Fabric’s open REST API to trigger, and then validate, automated incident response.

#### NIST 2.0

**Governance**  
**GV.RR-01:**  
Cybersecurity reporting is accurate and timely.   
**GV.RR-03:** Reporting supports organizational objectives, including compliance and risk.

**Response**  
**IR.MI-01:**  
Incidents are contained and mitigated automatically where appropriate.   
**IR.PO-01:** Response is executed automatically or semi-automatically where feasible.

#### More on NIST

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/10-network-assurance-outcomes-to-complywith-nist-csf-2-0-recommendations/)

### Automated Custom Reports

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-16.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-16.png)

Most regulations give short windows for reporting on the state of the network; IP Fabric provides consumable reports with a click and the option to automate creation of custom network reports.

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-9.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-9.png)

Up-to-Date Low-Level Site Design Report

#### NIST 2.0

**Governance**  
**GV.RR-01:**  
Cybersecurity reporting is accurate and timely.   
**GV.RR-03:** Reporting supports organizational objectives, including compliance and risk.

**Response**  
**IR.MI-01:**  
Incidents are contained and mitigated automatically where appropriate.   
**IR.PO-01:** Response is executed automatically or semi-automatically where feasible.

#### More on NIST

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/10-network-assurance-outcomes-to-complywith-nist-csf-2-0-recommendations/)

[PCI-DSS](#pci-dss)
[DORA](#dora)
[NIST](#nist)
[NIS 2](#nis-2)
[HIPAA](#hipaa)
[ISO 27001](#iso-27001)
[CIS](#cis)

Choose a compliance standard PCI-DSS DORA NIST NIS 2 HIPAA ISO 27001 CIS

### Daily Discovery & Inventory

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Group-33.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Group-33.png)

Key Network Discovery Snapshot Information

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-8.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-8.png)

IP Fabric Network Devices Inventory

#### NIS 2

**Cyber Risk Management**  
**Article 21(2)(a):**  
Risk-management measures must include an inventory of all assets and services.

**Article 21(2)(b):**  
Implement policies on lifecycle and configuration management of ICT assets.

**Article 21(2):**  
Entities must carry out regular risk assessments to understand their exposure.

**Article 21(2)(e):**  
Policies should ensure system backups and timely restoration of critical functions.  
**Article 21**

#### More on NIS 2

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/eus-nis-2-directive/)

### Lifecycle Management

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-9.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-9.png)

Critical Device Lifecycle Information In Every Snapshot

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-5.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-5.png)

EoL Summary With Suggested Replacement

IP Fabric provides detailed Lifecycle Maintenance Information with every snapshot – automating collection and normalization of this data from disparate vendors and technologies ensures accurate planning, reporting, and operation of critical networks.

#### NIS 2

**Cyber Risk Management**  
**Article 21(2)(a):**  
Risk-management measures must include an inventory of all assets and services.

**Article 21(2)(b):**  
Implement policies on lifecycle and configuration management of ICT assets.

**Article 21(2):**  
Entities must carry out regular risk assessments to understand their exposure.

**Article 21(2)(e):**  
Policies should ensure system backups and timely restoration of critical functions.  
**Article 21**

#### More on NIS 2

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/eus-nis-2-directive/)

### Risk Identification

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-19.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-19.png)

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-6.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-6.png)

Secure Ports Detail – Security Methods Applied

NIS2 (Article 21): Requires access control policies and protection of network and information systems. 802.1X supports risk-based access enforcement and reduces exposure to unauthorized devices.

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-10.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-10.png)

Intent Check Showing Potentially Insecure Device with Telnet Access

#### NIS 2

**Cyber Risk Management**  
**Article 21(2)(a):**  
Risk-management measures must include an inventory of all assets and services.

**Article 21(2)(b):**  
Implement policies on lifecycle and configuration management of ICT assets.

**Article 21(2):**  
Entities must carry out regular risk assessments to understand their exposure.

**Article 21(2)(e):**  
Policies should ensure system backups and timely restoration of critical functions.  
**Article 21**

#### More on NIS 2

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/eus-nis-2-directive/)

### Configuration Backups

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-11.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-11.png)

Backup Configuration Information For Offline Storage

IP Fabric provides secure configuration backups to use in business continuity, network availability, and disaster recovery plans.

#### NIS 2

**Cyber Risk Management**  
**Article 21(2)(a):**  
Risk-management measures must include an inventory of all assets and services.

**Article 21(2)(b):**  
Implement policies on lifecycle and configuration management of ICT assets.

**Article 21(2):**  
Entities must carry out regular risk assessments to understand their exposure.

**Article 21(2)(e):**  
Policies should ensure system backups and timely restoration of critical functions.  
**Article 21**

#### More on NIS 2

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/eus-nis-2-directive/)

### Security Policy Validation

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-12.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-12.png)

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-7.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-7.png)

ACL Details

IP Fabric supplies key security information team that network teams need, giving a common language for network and security teams to understand the infrastructure through, ensuring proactivity, fast incident resolution (lower MTTR), and less friction between teams.

#### NIS 2

**Cyber Risk Management**  
**Article 21(2)(a):**  
Risk-management measures must include an inventory of all assets and services.

**Article 21(2)(b):**  
Implement policies on lifecycle and configuration management of ICT assets.

**Article 21(2):**  
Entities must carry out regular risk assessments to understand their exposure.

**Article 21(2)(e):**  
Policies should ensure system backups and timely restoration of critical functions.  
**Article 21**

#### More on NIS 2

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/eus-nis-2-directive/)

### Segmentation Validation

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-13.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-13.png)

Intent Check Showing End-To-End Path Status

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-8.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-8.png)

End-to-End Path Visualization

#### NIS 2

**Cyber Risk Management**  
**Article 21(2)(a):**  
Risk-management measures must include an inventory of all assets and services.

**Article 21(2)(b):**  
Implement policies on lifecycle and configuration management of ICT assets.

**Article 21(2):**  
Entities must carry out regular risk assessments to understand their exposure.

**Article 21(2)(e):**  
Policies should ensure system backups and timely restoration of critical functions.  
**Article 21**

#### More on NIS 2

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/eus-nis-2-directive/)

### End to End Analysis

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/end-to-end-analysis-scaled.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/end-to-end-analysis-scaled.png)

End-to-End Path with IP Sec Tunnel Validation

Automated End-to-End path visualization and analysis cuts out a repetitive manual data gathering process; saved path checks mean teams can quickly understand critical path status with every snapshot.

#### NIS 2

**Cyber Risk Management**  
**Article 21(2)(a):**  
Risk-management measures must include an inventory of all assets and services.

**Article 21(2)(b):**  
Implement policies on lifecycle and configuration management of ICT assets.

**Article 21(2):**  
Entities must carry out regular risk assessments to understand their exposure.

**Article 21(2)(e):**  
Policies should ensure system backups and timely restoration of critical functions.  
**Article 21**

#### More on NIS 2

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/eus-nis-2-directive/)

### Business Continuity Validation

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image3-1.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image3-1.png)

Custom Dashboard

#### NIS 2

**Cyber Risk Management**  
**Article 21(2)(a):**  
Risk-management measures must include an inventory of all assets and services.

**Article 21(2)(b):**  
Implement policies on lifecycle and configuration management of ICT assets.

**Article 21(2):**  
Entities must carry out regular risk assessments to understand their exposure.

**Article 21(2)(e):**  
Policies should ensure system backups and timely restoration of critical functions.  
**Article 21**

#### More on NIS 2

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/eus-nis-2-directive/)

### Automated Incident Reponse

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-15.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-15.png)

Automation Reference Architecture

Use IP Fabric’s open REST API to trigger, and then validate, automated incident response.

#### NIS 2

**Reporting Obligations**  
**Article 23(1)(b):**  
Entities must have capabilities for responding to and reporting incidents promptly.  
**Article 23(3):** Entities must report significant incidents to national authorities and maintain documentation of response and impact.  
**(Article 23)**

**Information Sharing**  
**Article 30:**  
Entities must report significant incidents to national authorities and maintain documentation of response and impact.

#### More on NIS 2

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/eus-nis-2-directive/)

### Automated Custom Reports

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-16.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-16.png)

Most regulations give short windows for reporting on the state of the network; IP Fabric provides consumable reports with a click and the option to automate creation of custom network reports.

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-9.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-9.png)

Up-to-Date Low-Level Site Design Report

#### NIS 2

**Reporting Obligations**  
**Article 23(1)(b):**  
Entities must have capabilities for responding to and reporting incidents promptly.  
**Article 23(3):** Entities must report significant incidents to national authorities and maintain documentation of response and impact.  
**(Article 23)**

**Information Sharing**  
**Article 30:**  
Entities must report significant incidents to national authorities and maintain documentation of response and impact.

#### More on NIS 2

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/eus-nis-2-directive/)

[PCI-DSS](#pci-dss)
[DORA](#dora)
[NIST](#nist)
[NIS 2](#nis-2)
[HIPAA](#hipaa)
[ISO 27001](#iso-27001)
[CIS](#cis)

Choose a compliance standard PCI-DSS DORA NIST NIS 2 HIPAA ISO 27001 CIS

### Daily Discovery & Inventory

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Group-33.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Group-33.png)

Key Network Discovery Snapshot Information

Network devices with Telnet Access may represent a violation of HIPAA (45 CFR §164.312(e)): Requires protection of data in transit, which Telnet fails to provide.

Manually collecting and documenting this information is time-consuming and often inaccurate, leaving you subject to violations, and consequently, monetary and administrative penalties.

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-8.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-8.png)

IP Fabric Network Devices Inventory

A fortified network device inventory ensures identification of all systems that access ePHI as specified by HIPAA. Failure to produce relevant inventories may result in tens of thousands in fines.

#### HIPAA

**Security & Privacy (Part 164)**

Configuration Management and Security, Risk Analysis

**§164.308(a)(1)(ii)(A):**  
Risk analysis must include identifying all systems that access ePHI.

**§164.308(a)(1)(ii)(A):**  
Conduct an accurate and thorough assessment of potential risks and vulnerabilities.  
**§164.310(d)(1):** Maintain an inventory of hardware.  
**§164.310(d)(2)(iii):** Implement procedures for removal of ePHI from electronic media before reuse or disposal.

#### More on HIPAA

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/protecting-criticalhealth-data-withnetwork-assurancefor-hipaa-compliance/)
[Watch Webinar](https://ipfabric.io/resource/prepare-for-upcoming-hipaa-updates/)

### Lifecycle Management

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-9.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-9.png)

Critical Device Lifecycle Information In Every Snapshot

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-5.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-5.png)

EoL Summary With Suggested Replacement

IP Fabric provides detailed Lifecycle Maintenance Information with every snapshot – automating collection and normalization of this data from disparate vendors and technologies ensures accurate planning, reporting, and operation of critical networks.

#### HIPAA

**Security & Privacy (Part 164)**

Configuration Management and Security, Risk Analysis

**§164.308(a)(1)(ii)(A):**  
Risk analysis must include identifying all systems that access ePHI.

**§164.308(a)(1)(ii)(A):**  
Conduct an accurate and thorough assessment of potential risks and vulnerabilities.  
**§164.310(d)(1):** Maintain an inventory of hardware.  
**§164.310(d)(2)(iii):** Implement procedures for removal of ePHI from electronic media before reuse or disposal.

#### More on HIPAA

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/protecting-criticalhealth-data-withnetwork-assurancefor-hipaa-compliance/)
[Watch Webinar](https://ipfabric.io/resource/prepare-for-upcoming-hipaa-updates/)

### Risk Identification

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-10.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-10.png)

Intent Check Revealing Edge Port Security Status

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-6.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-6.png)

Details Regarding Security Methods Present on Devices

HIPAA (45 CFR §164.312(a)(1)): Requires technical access controls to allow only authorized access to ePHI. 802.1X helps enforce user and device authentication at the network edge.

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image3.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image3.png)

Intent Check Showing Potentially Insecure Device with Telnet Access

HIPAA (45 CFR §164.312(e)): Requires protection of data in transit, which Telnet fails to provide.

#### HIPAA

**Security & Privacy (Part 164)**

Configuration Management and Security, Risk Analysis

**§164.308(a)(1)(ii)(A):**  
Risk analysis must include identifying all systems that access ePHI.

**§164.308(a)(1)(ii)(A):**  
Conduct an accurate and thorough assessment of potential risks and vulnerabilities.  
**§164.310(d)(1):** Maintain an inventory of hardware.  
**§164.310(d)(2)(iii):** Implement procedures for removal of ePHI from electronic media before reuse or disposal.

#### More on HIPAA

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/protecting-criticalhealth-data-withnetwork-assurancefor-hipaa-compliance/)
[Watch Webinar](https://ipfabric.io/resource/prepare-for-upcoming-hipaa-updates/)

### Configuration Backups

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-11.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-11.png)

Backup Configuration Information For Offline Storage

IP Fabric provides secure configuration backups to use in business continuity, network availability, and disaster recovery plans.

#### HIPAA

**Security & Privacy (Part 164)**

Configuration Management and Security, Risk Analysis

**§164.308(a)(1)(ii)(A):**  
Risk analysis must include identifying all systems that access ePHI.

**§164.308(a)(1)(ii)(A):**  
Conduct an accurate and thorough assessment of potential risks and vulnerabilities.  
**§164.310(d)(1):** Maintain an inventory of hardware.  
**§164.310(d)(2)(iii):** Implement procedures for removal of ePHI from electronic media before reuse or disposal.

#### More on HIPAA

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/protecting-criticalhealth-data-withnetwork-assurancefor-hipaa-compliance/)
[Watch Webinar](https://ipfabric.io/resource/prepare-for-upcoming-hipaa-updates/)

### Security Policy Validation

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-12.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-12.png)

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-7.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-7.png)

Key Network Discovery Snapshot Information

IP Fabric supplies key security information team that network teams need, giving a common language for network and security teams to understand the infrastructure through, ensuring proactivity, fast incident resolution (lower MTTR), and less friction between teams.

#### HIPAA

**Security & Privacy (Part 164)**

**§164.308(a)(1)(i):**  
Implement policies and procedures to prevent, detect, contain, and correct security violations.   
**§164.308(a)(7)(ii)(C):** Implement emergency mode operation plan to ensure continuity.

**Access Control**  
**§164.312(a)(1):**  
Implement access controls to ensure only authorized access to ePHI.

**Transmission Security**  
**§164.312(e)(1):**  
Protect ePHI in transmission. Segmentation helps enforce least privilege.

**Integrity Controls**  
**§ 164.312(c)(1):**  
The integrity of ePHI must be protected from improper alteration or destruction using firewalls, security, and routing policies.

#### More on HIPAA

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/protecting-criticalhealth-data-withnetwork-assurancefor-hipaa-compliance/)
[Watch Webinar](https://ipfabric.io/resource/prepare-for-upcoming-hipaa-updates/)

### Segmentation Validation

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-13.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-13.png)

Intent Check Showing End-To-End Path Status

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-8.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-8.png)

End-to-End Path Visualization

#### HIPAA

**Security & Privacy (Part 164)**

**§164.308(a)(1)(i):**  
Implement policies and procedures to prevent, detect, contain, and correct security violations.   
**§164.308(a)(7)(ii)(C):** Implement emergency mode operation plan to ensure continuity.

**Access Control**  
**§164.312(a)(1):**  
Implement access controls to ensure only authorized access to ePHI.

**Transmission Security**  
**§164.312(e)(1):**  
Protect ePHI in transmission. Segmentation helps enforce least privilege.

**Integrity Controls**  
**§ 164.312(c)(1):**  
The integrity of ePHI must be protected from improper alteration or destruction using firewalls, security, and routing policies.

#### More on HIPAA

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/protecting-criticalhealth-data-withnetwork-assurancefor-hipaa-compliance/)
[Watch Webinar](https://ipfabric.io/resource/prepare-for-upcoming-hipaa-updates/)

### End to End Analysis

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/end-to-end-analysis-scaled.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/end-to-end-analysis-scaled.png)

End-to-End Path with IP Sec Tunnel Validation

Automated End-to-End path visualization and analysis cuts out a repetitive manual data gathering process; saved path checks mean teams can quickly understand critical path status with every snapshot.

#### HIPAA

**Security & Privacy (Part 164)**

**§164.308(a)(1)(i):**  
Implement policies and procedures to prevent, detect, contain, and correct security violations.   
**§164.308(a)(7)(ii)(C):** Implement emergency mode operation plan to ensure continuity.

**Access Control**  
**§164.312(a)(1):**  
Implement access controls to ensure only authorized access to ePHI.

**Transmission Security**  
**§164.312(e)(1):**  
Protect ePHI in transmission. Segmentation helps enforce least privilege.

**Integrity Controls**  
**§ 164.312(c)(1):**  
The integrity of ePHI must be protected from improper alteration or destruction using firewalls, security, and routing policies.

#### More on HIPAA

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/protecting-criticalhealth-data-withnetwork-assurancefor-hipaa-compliance/)
[Watch Webinar](https://ipfabric.io/resource/prepare-for-upcoming-hipaa-updates/)

### Business Continuity Validation

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image3-1.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image3-1.png)

Custom Dashboard

Custom Dashboards for specific critical network segments or teams allow for a daily overview of business continuity, that you can securely share with a specific audience.

#### HIPAA

**Security & Privacy (Part 164)**

**§164.308(a)(1)(i):**  
Implement policies and procedures to prevent, detect, contain, and correct security violations.   
**§164.308(a)(7)(ii)(C):** Implement emergency mode operation plan to ensure continuity.

**Access Control**  
**§164.312(a)(1):**  
Implement access controls to ensure only authorized access to ePHI.

**Transmission Security**  
**§164.312(e)(1):**  
Protect ePHI in transmission. Segmentation helps enforce least privilege.

**Integrity Controls**  
**§ 164.312(c)(1):**  
The integrity of ePHI must be protected from improper alteration or destruction using firewalls, security, and routing policies.

#### More on HIPAA

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/protecting-criticalhealth-data-withnetwork-assurancefor-hipaa-compliance/)
[Watch Webinar](https://ipfabric.io/resource/prepare-for-upcoming-hipaa-updates/)

### Automated Incident Reponse

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-15.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-15.png)

Automation Reference Architecture

Use IP Fabric’s open REST API to trigger, and then validate, automated incident response.

#### HIPAA

**Security & Privacy (Part 164)**

**§164.308(a)(6)(ii):**  
Identify and respond to suspected security incidents.   
**§164.308(a)(7)(i):** Establish and implement contingency plans.

**Audit Controls**  
**§164.312(b):**  
Implement audit controls to record and examine activity.

#### More on HIPAA

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/protecting-criticalhealth-data-withnetwork-assurancefor-hipaa-compliance/)
[Watch Webinar](https://ipfabric.io/resource/prepare-for-upcoming-hipaa-updates/)

### Automated Custom Reports

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-16.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-16.png)

Most regulations give short windows for reporting on the state of the network; IP Fabric provides consumable reports with a click and the option to automate creation of custom network reports.

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-9.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-9.png)

Up-to-Date Low-Level Site Design Report

#### HIPAA

**Security & Privacy (Part 164)**

**§164.308(a)(6)(ii):**  
Identify and respond to suspected security incidents.   
**§164.308(a)(7)(i):** Establish and implement contingency plans.

**Audit Controls**  
**§164.312(b):**  
Implement audit controls to record and examine activity.

#### More on HIPAA

[Download Guide](https://ipfabric.io/resource/protecting-criticalhealth-data-withnetwork-assurancefor-hipaa-compliance/)
[Watch Webinar](https://ipfabric.io/resource/prepare-for-upcoming-hipaa-updates/)

[PCI-DSS](#pci-dss)
[DORA](#dora)
[NIST](#nist)
[NIS 2](#nis-2)
[HIPAA](#hipaa)
[ISO 27001](#iso-27001)
[CIS](#cis)

Choose a compliance standard PCI-DSS DORA NIST NIS 2 HIPAA ISO 27001 CIS

### Daily Discovery & Inventory

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/image.jpg](/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/image.jpg)

Get a fortified, accurate device inventory

#### ISO/IEC 27001

**Physical Controls​**  
7.13 – Equipment maintenance: Equipment shall be maintained correctly to ensure availability, integrity and confidentiality of information.​

**Technology Controls​**  
8.8 – Management of technical vulnerabilities: Information about technical vulnerabilities of information systems in use shall be obtained, the organization’s exposure to such vulnerabilities shall be evaluated and appropriate measures shall be taken.​

8.9 – Configuration management: Configurations, including security configurations, of hardware, software, services and networks shall be established, documented, implemented, monitored and reviewed.​

8.13 – Information backup: Backup copies of information, software and systems shall be maintained and regularly tested in accordance with the agreed topic-specific policy on backup.​

8.16 – Monitoring activities: Networks, systems and applications shall be monitored for anomalous behavior and appropriate actions taken to evaluate potential information security incidents.​

#### More on ISO 27001

[Download eBook](/your-roadmap-to-compliance-with-infrastructure-assurance/)
[Read Blog](/blog/business-impact-of-network-visibility/)

### Lifecycle Management

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-9.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-9.png)

Critical Device Lifecycle Information In Every Snapshot

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-5.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-5.png)

Manage the lifecycle of your network with accurate EoL, EoM, and EoS information

IP Fabric provides detailed Lifecycle Maintenance Information with every snapshot – automating collection and normalization of this data from disparate vendors and technologies ensures accurate planning, reporting, and operation of critical networks.

#### ISO/IEC 27001

**Physical Controls​**  
7.13 – Equipment maintenance: Equipment shall be maintained correctly to ensure availability, integrity and confidentiality of information.​

**Technology Controls​**  
8.8 – Management of technical vulnerabilities: Information about technical vulnerabilities of information systems in use shall be obtained, the organization’s exposure to such vulnerabilities shall be evaluated and appropriate measures shall be taken.​

8.9 – Configuration management: Configurations, including security configurations, of hardware, software, services and networks shall be established, documented, implemented, monitored and reviewed.​

8.13 – Information backup: Backup copies of information, software and systems shall be maintained and regularly tested in accordance with the agreed topic-specific policy on backup.​

8.16 – Monitoring activities: Networks, systems and applications shall be monitored for anomalous behavior and appropriate actions taken to evaluate potential information security incidents.​

#### More on ISO 27001

[Download eBook](/your-roadmap-to-compliance-with-infrastructure-assurance/)
[Read Blog](/blog/business-impact-of-network-visibility/)

### Risk Identification

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/risk-bigger.jpg](/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/risk-bigger.jpg)

Spot vulnerabilities like OS versioning inconsistency

#### ISO/IEC 27001

**Physical Controls​**  
7.13 – Equipment maintenance: Equipment shall be maintained correctly to ensure availability, integrity and confidentiality of information.​

**Technology Controls​**  
8.8 – Management of technical vulnerabilities: Information about technical vulnerabilities of information systems in use shall be obtained, the organization’s exposure to such vulnerabilities shall be evaluated and appropriate measures shall be taken.​

8.9 – Configuration management: Configurations, including security configurations, of hardware, software, services and networks shall be established, documented, implemented, monitored and reviewed.​

8.13 – Information backup: Backup copies of information, software and systems shall be maintained and regularly tested in accordance with the agreed topic-specific policy on backup.​

8.16 – Monitoring activities: Networks, systems and applications shall be monitored for anomalous behavior and appropriate actions taken to evaluate potential information security incidents.​

#### More on ISO 27001

[Download eBook](/your-roadmap-to-compliance-with-infrastructure-assurance/)
[Read Blog](/blog/business-impact-of-network-visibility/)

### Configuration Backups

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/configuration.jpg](/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/configuration.jpg)

Backup Configuration Information For Offline Storage

IP Fabric provides secure configuration backups to use in business continuity, network availability, and disaster recovery plans.

#### ISO/IEC 27001

**Physical Controls​**  
7.13 – Equipment maintenance: Equipment shall be maintained correctly to ensure availability, integrity and confidentiality of information.​

**Technology Controls​**  
8.8 – Management of technical vulnerabilities: Information about technical vulnerabilities of information systems in use shall be obtained, the organization’s exposure to such vulnerabilities shall be evaluated and appropriate measures shall be taken.​

8.9 – Configuration management: Configurations, including security configurations, of hardware, software, services and networks shall be established, documented, implemented, monitored and reviewed.​

8.13 – Information backup: Backup copies of information, software and systems shall be maintained and regularly tested in accordance with the agreed topic-specific policy on backup.​

8.16 – Monitoring activities: Networks, systems and applications shall be monitored for anomalous behavior and appropriate actions taken to evaluate potential information security incidents.​

#### More on ISO 27001

[Download eBook](/your-roadmap-to-compliance-with-infrastructure-assurance/)
[Read Blog](/blog/business-impact-of-network-visibility/)

### Security Policy Validation

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-12.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-12.png)

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-7.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-7.png)

Key Network Discovery Snapshot Information

IP Fabric supplies key security information team that network teams need, giving a common language for network and security teams to understand the infrastructure through, ensuring proactivity, fast incident resolution (lower MTTR), and less friction between teams.

#### ISO/IEC 27001

**Organizational Controls​**  
5.14 – Information transfer: Information transfer rules, procedures, or agreements shall be in place for all types of transfer facilities within the organization and between the organization and other parties.​  
5.15 – Access control: Rules to control physical and logical access to information and other associated assets shall be established and implemented based on business and information security requirements.​  
5.30 – ICT readiness for business continuity: ICT readiness shall be planned, implemented, maintained and tested based on business continuity objectives and ICT continuity requirements.​

**Technology Controls​**  
8.5: Use secure authentication aligned with access control policies.​  
8.14: Ensure redundancy to meet system availability needs.​  
8.20: Secure and manage networks and devices.​  
8.21: Define and monitor security of network services.​  
8.22: Segregate networks to isolate systems and users.

#### More on ISO 27001

[Download eBook](/your-roadmap-to-compliance-with-infrastructure-assurance/)
[Read Blog](/blog/business-impact-of-network-visibility/)

### Segmentation Validation

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-13.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-13.png)

Intent Check Showing End-To-End Path Status

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-8.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-8.png)

Saved desired end-to-end path checks that you want to always FAIL or PASS

#### ISO/IEC 27001

**Organizational Controls​**  
5.14 – Information transfer: Information transfer rules, procedures, or agreements shall be in place for all types of transfer facilities within the organization and between the organization and other parties.​  
5.15 – Access control: Rules to control physical and logical access to information and other associated assets shall be established and implemented based on business and information security requirements.​  
5.30 – ICT readiness for business continuity: ICT readiness shall be planned, implemented, maintained and tested based on business continuity objectives and ICT continuity requirements.​

**Technology Controls​**  
8.5: Use secure authentication aligned with access control policies.​  
8.14: Ensure redundancy to meet system availability needs.​  
8.20: Secure and manage networks and devices.​  
8.21: Define and monitor security of network services.​  
8.22: Segregate networks to isolate systems and users.

#### More on ISO 27001

[Download eBook](/your-roadmap-to-compliance-with-infrastructure-assurance/)
[Read Blog](/blog/business-impact-of-network-visibility/)

### End to End Analysis

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/end-to-end.jpg](/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/end-to-end.jpg)

Understand devices and their neighbor relationships hop by hop

Automated End-to-End path visualization and analysis cuts out a repetitive manual data gathering process; saved path checks mean teams can quickly understand critical path status with every snapshot.

#### ISO/IEC 27001

**Organizational Controls​**  
5.14 – Information transfer: Information transfer rules, procedures, or agreements shall be in place for all types of transfer facilities within the organization and between the organization and other parties.​  
5.15 – Access control: Rules to control physical and logical access to information and other associated assets shall be established and implemented based on business and information security requirements.​  
5.30 – ICT readiness for business continuity: ICT readiness shall be planned, implemented, maintained and tested based on business continuity objectives and ICT continuity requirements.​

**Technology Controls​**  
8.5: Use secure authentication aligned with access control policies.​  
8.14: Ensure redundancy to meet system availability needs.​  
8.20: Secure and manage networks and devices.​  
8.21: Define and monitor security of network services.​  
8.22: Segregate networks to isolate systems and users.

#### More on ISO 27001

[Download eBook](/your-roadmap-to-compliance-with-infrastructure-assurance/)
[Read Blog](/blog/business-impact-of-network-visibility/)

### Business Continuity Validation

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image3-1.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image3-1.png)

Get daily peace-of-mind with consumable business continuity dashboards

Custom Dashboards for specific critical network segments or teams allow for a daily overview of business continuity, that you can securely share with a specific audience.

#### ISO/IEC 27001

**Organizational Controls​**  
5.14 – Information transfer: Information transfer rules, procedures, or agreements shall be in place for all types of transfer facilities within the organization and between the organization and other parties.​  
5.15 – Access control: Rules to control physical and logical access to information and other associated assets shall be established and implemented based on business and information security requirements.​  
5.30 – ICT readiness for business continuity: ICT readiness shall be planned, implemented, maintained and tested based on business continuity objectives and ICT continuity requirements.​

**Technology Controls​**  
8.5: Use secure authentication aligned with access control policies.​  
8.14: Ensure redundancy to meet system availability needs.​  
8.20: Secure and manage networks and devices.​  
8.21: Define and monitor security of network services.​  
8.22: Segregate networks to isolate systems and users.

#### More on ISO 27001

[Download eBook](/your-roadmap-to-compliance-with-infrastructure-assurance/)
[Read Blog](/blog/business-impact-of-network-visibility/)

### Automated Incident Reponse

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-15.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-15.png)

Integrate with existing or new automation or ITSM workflows

Use IP Fabric’s open REST API to trigger, and then validate, automated incident response.

#### ISO/IEC 27001

**Organizational Controls​**  
5.27 – Learning from information security incidents: Knowledge gained from information security incidents shall be used to strengthen and improve the information security controls.​  
5.28 – Collection of evidence: The organization shall establish and implement procedures for the identification, collection, acquisition and preservation of evidence related to information security events.​  
​  
**People Controls​**  
6.8 – Information security event reporting: The organization shall provide a mechanism for personnel to report observed or suspected information security events through appropriate channels in a timely manner.​

#### More on ISO 27001

[Download eBook](/your-roadmap-to-compliance-with-infrastructure-assurance/)
[Read Blog](/blog/business-impact-of-network-visibility/)

### Automated Custom Reports

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-16.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-16.png)

Most regulations give short windows for reporting on the state of the network; IP Fabric provides consumable reports with a click and the option to automate creation of custom network reports.

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-9.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-9.png)

Report on network incidents with a comprehensive historical record

#### ISO/IEC 27001

**Organizational Controls​**  
5.27 – Learning from information security incidents: Knowledge gained from information security incidents shall be used to strengthen and improve the information security controls.​  
5.28 – Collection of evidence: The organization shall establish and implement procedures for the identification, collection, acquisition and preservation of evidence related to information security events.​  
​  
**People Controls​**  
6.8 – Information security event reporting: The organization shall provide a mechanism for personnel to report observed or suspected information security events through appropriate channels in a timely manner.​

#### More on ISO 27001

[Download eBook](/your-roadmap-to-compliance-with-infrastructure-assurance/)
[Read Blog](/blog/business-impact-of-network-visibility/)

[PCI-DSS](#pci-dss)
[DORA](#dora)
[NIST](#nist)
[NIS 2](#nis-2)
[HIPAA](#hipaa)
[ISO 27001](#iso-27001)
[CIS](#cis)

Choose a compliance standard PCI-DSS DORA NIST NIS 2 HIPAA ISO 27001 CIS

### Daily Discovery & Inventory

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/image.jpg](/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/image.jpg)

A fortified, accurate inventory highlighting OS Version consistency

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/image.jpg](/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/image.jpg)

Automated, interactive, accurate IT infrastructure diagrams

#### Center for Internet Security – Critical Security Controls

**Validate inventory**  
– in terms of lifecycle, environmentals and software versions (CIS 12.1)​

**Produce complete diagrams**  
(CIS 12.4)​

**Ensure correct management protocols**  
are in use (CIS 12.3, 12.6)​

#### More on CIS

[Download eBook](/your-roadmap-to-compliance-with-infrastructure-assurance/)
[Watch Webinar](/unlocking-aiops-the-power-of-dependency-mapping/)

### Lifecycle Management

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-9.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-9.png)

Critical Device Lifecycle Information In Every Snapshot

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-5.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-5.png)

Manage the lifecycle of your network with accurate EoL, EoM, and EoS information

IP Fabric provides detailed Lifecycle Maintenance Information with every snapshot – automating collection and normalization of this data from disparate vendors and technologies ensures accurate planning, reporting, and operation of critical networks.

#### Center for Internet Security – Critical Security Controls

**Validate inventory**  
– in terms of lifecycle, environmentals and software versions (CIS 12.1)​

**Produce complete diagrams**  
(CIS 12.4)​

**Ensure correct management protocols**  
are in use (CIS 12.3, 12.6)​

#### More on CIS

[Download eBook](/your-roadmap-to-compliance-with-infrastructure-assurance/)
[Watch Webinar](/unlocking-aiops-the-power-of-dependency-mapping/)

### Risk Identification

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/3.jpg](/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/3.jpg)

Understand device management protocols in place to remediate as required

#### Center for Internet Security – Critical Security Controls

**Validate inventory**  
– in terms of lifecycle, environmentals and software versions (CIS 12.1)​

**Produce complete diagrams**  
(CIS 12.4)​

**Ensure correct management protocols**  
are in use (CIS 12.3, 12.6)​

#### More on CIS

[Download eBook](/your-roadmap-to-compliance-with-infrastructure-assurance/)
[Watch Webinar](/unlocking-aiops-the-power-of-dependency-mapping/)

### Configuration Backups

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/4.jpg](/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/4.jpg)

IP Fabric provides secure configuration backups to use in business continuity, network availability, and disaster recovery plans.

#### Center for Internet Security – Critical Security Controls

**Validate inventory**  
– in terms of lifecycle, environmentals and software versions (CIS 12.1)​

**Produce complete diagrams**  
(CIS 12.4)​

**Ensure correct management protocols**  
are in use (CIS 12.3, 12.6)​

#### More on CIS

[Download eBook](/your-roadmap-to-compliance-with-infrastructure-assurance/)
[Watch Webinar](/unlocking-aiops-the-power-of-dependency-mapping/)

### Security Policy Validation

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/1.jpg](/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/1.jpg)

Confirm AAA is deployed correctly

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-12.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-12.png)

Make use of intent rules to validate security policies

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-7.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-7.png)

Dig into ACL Policies to understand security posture

IP Fabric supplies key security information team that network teams need, giving a common language for network and security teams to understand the infrastructure through, ensuring proactivity, fast incident resolution (lower MTTR), and less friction between teams.

#### Center for Internet Security – Critical Security Controls

Validate policy configuration and segmentation (CIS 12.2)​

Confirm AAA is deployed correctly (CIS 12.5)​

Validate protection of management interfaces through use of ACLs (CIS 12.8)​

Validating alerting and logging configuration across the estate (CIS 13.1, 13.6)​

Identifying interconnection points between segments (CIS 13.4)​

Tracing traffic through a network IPS and transparent firewalls (CIS 13.8)​

Validating port access control configuration (CIS 13.9)​

Testing application security policy along a traffic path (CIS 13.10)​

#### More on CIS

[Download eBook](/your-roadmap-to-compliance-with-infrastructure-assurance/)
[Watch Webinar](/unlocking-aiops-the-power-of-dependency-mapping/)

### Segmentation Validation

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-13.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-13.png)

Validate segmentation in operational as expected

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-8.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image2-8.png)

Saved desired end-to-end path checks that you want to always FAIL or PASS

#### Center for Internet Security – Critical Security Controls

Validate policy configuration and segmentation (CIS 12.2)​

Confirm AAA is deployed correctly (CIS 12.5)​

Validate protection of management interfaces through use of ACLs (CIS 12.8)​

Validating alerting and logging configuration across the estate (CIS 13.1, 13.6)​

Identifying interconnection points between segments (CIS 13.4)​

Tracing traffic through a network IPS and transparent firewalls (CIS 13.8)​

Validating port access control configuration (CIS 13.9)​

Testing application security policy along a traffic path (CIS 13.10)​

#### More on CIS

[Download eBook](/your-roadmap-to-compliance-with-infrastructure-assurance/)
[Watch Webinar](/unlocking-aiops-the-power-of-dependency-mapping/)

### End to End Analysis

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/end-to-end.jpg](/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/end-to-end.jpg)

Understand devices and their neighbor relationships hop by hop

Automated End-to-End path visualization and analysis cuts out a repetitive manual data gathering process; saved path checks mean teams can quickly understand critical path status with every snapshot.

#### Center for Internet Security – Critical Security Controls

Validate policy configuration and segmentation (CIS 12.2)​

Confirm AAA is deployed correctly (CIS 12.5)​

Validate protection of management interfaces through use of ACLs (CIS 12.8)​

Validating alerting and logging configuration across the estate (CIS 13.1, 13.6)​

Identifying interconnection points between segments (CIS 13.4)​

Tracing traffic through a network IPS and transparent firewalls (CIS 13.8)​

Validating port access control configuration (CIS 13.9)​

Testing application security policy along a traffic path (CIS 13.10)​

#### More on CIS

[Download eBook](/your-roadmap-to-compliance-with-infrastructure-assurance/)
[Watch Webinar](/unlocking-aiops-the-power-of-dependency-mapping/)

### Business Continuity Validation

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image3-1.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image3-1.png)

Get daily peace-of-mind with consumable business continuity dashboards

Custom Dashboards for specific critical network segments or teams allow for a daily overview of business continuity, that you can securely share with a specific audience.

#### Center for Internet Security – Critical Security Controls

Validate policy configuration and segmentation (CIS 12.2)​

Confirm AAA is deployed correctly (CIS 12.5)​

Validate protection of management interfaces through use of ACLs (CIS 12.8)​

Validating alerting and logging configuration across the estate (CIS 13.1, 13.6)​

Identifying interconnection points between segments (CIS 13.4)​

Tracing traffic through a network IPS and transparent firewalls (CIS 13.8)​

Validating port access control configuration (CIS 13.9)​

Testing application security policy along a traffic path (CIS 13.10)​

#### More on CIS

[Download eBook](/your-roadmap-to-compliance-with-infrastructure-assurance/)
[Watch Webinar](/unlocking-aiops-the-power-of-dependency-mapping/)

### Automated Incident Reponse

[/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-15.png](/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/image-15.png)

Integrate with existing or new automation or ITSM workflows

Use IP Fabric’s open REST API to trigger, and then validate, automated incident response.

#### Center for Internet Security – Critical Security Controls

Establish and Maintain an **Enterprise Process for Reporting Incidents**  
(CIS 17.3)

Establish and Maintain an **Incident Response Process**  
(CIS 7.4)

Conduct **Post-Incident Reviews**  
(CIS 17.8)

Establish and Maintain **Security Incident Thresholds**  
(CIS 17.9)

#### More on CIS

[Download eBook](/your-roadmap-to-compliance-with-infrastructure-assurance/)
[Watch Webinar](/unlocking-aiops-the-power-of-dependency-mapping/)

### Automated Custom Reports

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Most regulations give short windows for reporting on the state of the network; IP Fabric provides consumable reports with a click and the option to automate creation of custom network reports.

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Report on network incidents with a comprehensive historical record

#### Center for Internet Security – Critical Security Controls

Establish and Maintain an **Enterprise Process for Reporting Incidents**  
(CIS 17.3)

Establish and Maintain an **Incident Response Process**  
(CIS 7.4)

Conduct **Post-Incident Reviews**  
(CIS 17.8)

Establish and Maintain **Security Incident Thresholds**  
(CIS 17.9)

#### More on CIS

[Download eBook](/your-roadmap-to-compliance-with-infrastructure-assurance/)
[Watch Webinar](/unlocking-aiops-the-power-of-dependency-mapping/)
