The Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act (CISA) of 2015 is a United States federal law designed to improve cybersecurity in the U.S. through enhanced sharing of information about cybersecurity threats between the government and companies and within the private sector. This legislation was enacted to help protect personal and public information from potential cyber threats by facilitating more efficient information exchanges regarding cyber threats and defensive measures.
CISA provides legal liability protections for companies to encourage them to voluntarily share cyber threat data with the government and other companies. The aim is to foster greater collaboration and to enhance the collective ability to better understand and combat cybersecurity threats. By providing legal protections and setting standards for privacy, CISA aims to foster a collaborative environment where both the private sector and the government can effectively share vital cybersecurity information.
CISA is currently in effect as a critical component of the U.S. cybersecurity policy framework, continuously influencing how cybersecurity threats are shared and managed across public and private sectors. The Act is pivotal in fostering a more secure digital environment through collaborative efforts to identify and thwart cyber threats.
