{"id":13086,"date":"2025-03-13T11:53:20","date_gmt":"2025-03-13T10:53:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/?p=13086"},"modified":"2025-03-17T15:38:45","modified_gmt":"2025-03-17T14:38:45","slug":"website-nis2-proof","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/website-nis2-proof\/","title":{"rendered":"NIS2 and your website: what does the new directive mean for you?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>With the introduction of NIS2, Europe aims to enhance the digital resilience of essential and important entities. Do you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/build-your-website\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">own a website<\/a>? Then you'll certainly want to know how NIS2 will impact your online business. Read more here.<\/strong><\/p>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-table-of-contents uagb-toc__align-left uagb-toc__columns-1  uagb-block-83e87e09     \"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-scroll= \"1\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-offset= \"30\"\n\t\t\t\t\tstyle=\"\"\n\t\t\t\t><\/p>\n<div class=\"uagb-toc__wrap\">\n<div class=\"uagb-toc__title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<strong>Table of contents<\/strong>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox= \"0 0 384 512\"><path d=\"M192 384c-8.188 0-16.38-3.125-22.62-9.375l-160-160c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0L192 306.8l137.4-137.4c12.5-12.5 32.75-12.5 45.25 0s12.5 32.75 0 45.25l-160 160C208.4 380.9 200.2 384 192 384z\"><\/path><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n<div class=\"uagb-toc__list-wrap\">\n<ol class=\"uagb-toc__list\">\n<li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#quick-refresh-what-is-nis2\">Quick refresh: What is NIS2?<\/a><\/li>\n<ul class=\"uagb-toc__list\">\n<li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#investment-technology-people-and-processes\">Investment: Technology, people, and processes<\/a><\/li>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#what-impact-does-nis2-have-on-websites\">What impact does NIS2 have on websites?<\/a><\/li>\n<ul class=\"uagb-toc__list\">\n<li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#maintaining-your-reputation\">Maintaining your reputation<\/a><\/li>\n<li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#key-changes-for-websites\">Key changes for websites:<\/a><\/li>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#is-your-website-affected-by-nis2-regulations\">Is your website affected by NIS2 regulations?<\/a><\/li>\n<ul class=\"uagb-toc__list\">\n<li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#heres-how-to-determine-if-nis2-applies-to-you\">Here&#039;s how to determine if NIS2 applies to you:<\/a><\/li>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#ultra-secure-hosting-is-crucial\">Ultra-Secure hosting is crucial<\/a><\/li>\n<ul class=\"uagb-toc__list\">\n<li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#impact-of-nis2-on-hosting-and-cloud\">Impact of NIS2 on hosting and cloud<\/a><\/li>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#nis2-proof-how-to-make-your-website-safer\">NIS2-Proof: how to make your website safer?<\/a><\/li>\n<ul class=\"uagb-toc__list\">\n<li class=\"uagb-toc__list\"><a href=\"#choose-a-nis2-compliant-hosting-partner\">Choose a NIS2-compliant hosting partner<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ul>\n<\/ol><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quick refresh: What is NIS2?<\/h2>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/nis2-directive-belgium\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NIS2<\/a><strong>(The Network and Information Security Directive)<\/strong> is an <strong>initiative of the European Union<\/strong>, launched by the European Commission to enhance cybersecurity within Europe.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-icon-list uagb-block-88dd32c9 uagb-icon-list__outer-wrap uagb-icon-list__layout-vertical uagb-icon-list__icon-at-top\">\n<div class=\"uagb-icon-list__wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-icon-list-child uagb-block-c9900c39 uagb-icon-list-repeater uagb-icon-list__wrapper\"><a target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"Purpose: Strengthen the digital resilience of critical infrastructures and services and ensure they meet basic cybersecurity standards.\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"#\"> <\/a><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__source-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M256 0C114.6 0 0 114.6 0 256c0 141.4 114.6 256 256 256s256-114.6 256-256C512 114.6 397.4 0 256 0zM406.6 278.6l-103.1 103.1c-12.5 12.5-32.75 12.5-45.25 0s-12.5-32.75 0-45.25L306.8 288H128C110.3 288 96 273.7 96 256s14.31-32 32-32h178.8l-49.38-49.38c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0l103.1 103.1C414.6 241.3 416 251.1 416 256C416 260.9 414.6 270.7 406.6 278.6z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__label\"><strong>Purpose<\/strong>: Strengthen the digital resilience of critical infrastructures and services and ensure they meet basic cybersecurity standards.<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-icon-list-child uagb-block-70938cc8 uagb-icon-list-repeater uagb-icon-list__wrapper\"><a target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"Reason: Increasing cyber threats and the need to better protect essential services.\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"#\"> <\/a><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__source-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M256 0C114.6 0 0 114.6 0 256c0 141.4 114.6 256 256 256s256-114.6 256-256C512 114.6 397.4 0 256 0zM406.6 278.6l-103.1 103.1c-12.5 12.5-32.75 12.5-45.25 0s-12.5-32.75 0-45.25L306.8 288H128C110.3 288 96 273.7 96 256s14.31-32 32-32h178.8l-49.38-49.38c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0l103.1 103.1C414.6 241.3 416 251.1 416 256C416 260.9 414.6 270.7 406.6 278.6z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__label\"><strong>Reason<\/strong>: Increasing cyber threats and the need to better protect essential services.<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-icon-list-child uagb-block-9b710409 uagb-icon-list-repeater uagb-icon-list__wrapper\"><a target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"Objective: Achieve a uniform approach to cybersecurity across all EU member states.\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"#\"> <\/a><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__source-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M256 0C114.6 0 0 114.6 0 256c0 141.4 114.6 256 256 256s256-114.6 256-256C512 114.6 397.4 0 256 0zM406.6 278.6l-103.1 103.1c-12.5 12.5-32.75 12.5-45.25 0s-12.5-32.75 0-45.25L306.8 288H128C110.3 288 96 273.7 96 256s14.31-32 32-32h178.8l-49.38-49.38c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0l103.1 103.1C414.6 241.3 416 251.1 416 256C416 260.9 414.6 270.7 406.6 278.6z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__label\"><strong>Objective<\/strong>: Achieve a uniform approach to cybersecurity across all EU member states.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"731\" src=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/files\/email-hacking-hacker-3-1024x731.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13093\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/files\/email-hacking-hacker-3-1024x731.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/files\/email-hacking-hacker-3-300x214.png 300w, https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/files\/email-hacking-hacker-3-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/files\/email-hacking-hacker-3.png 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Investment: Technology, people, and processes<\/h3>\n<p>Entrepreneurs are understandably concerned about the impact of NIS2. The stricter rules require investments in technology, human resources, and processes. <strong>This new regulation goes significantly further than its predecessor, NIS1.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Failure to comply with the NIS2 directive could lead to <strong>substantial fines, reputational damage, and increased vulnerability <\/strong>to cyber-attacks.<\/p>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-vertical is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-1 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-iconic-blue-background-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/nis2-directive-belgium\/\" style=\"border-radius:5px\">Read more about the implementation of NIS2<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What impact does NIS2 have on websites?<\/h2>\n<p>The NIS2 directive brings significant changes for website owners. <strong>NIS2 considerably broadens the scope of cybersecurity obligations<\/strong>, meaning <strong>smaller businesses and organizations <\/strong>that previously fell outside regulation may now, in many cases, also be subject to these requirements.<\/p>\n<p>When it comes to NIS2, <strong>the degree of your website's impact is crucial.<\/strong> For instance, if you operate an online platform that delivers services or products to a critical or essential sector (such as banking, government, chemical, energy, etc.), you may need to comply with the NIS2 regulations.<\/p>\n<p>In this case, you'll need to implement appropriate and proactive security measures, including regular security updates, addressing vulnerabilities, and strong authentication controls.<\/p>\n<p>This also means, as a website owner, you must actively monitor your security environment and be prepared to respond effectively to cyber incidents, which must be reported to supervisory authorities within 24 hours.<\/p>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Maintaining your reputation<\/h3>\n<p>Another significant benefit: NIS2 contributes positively to your business reputation. Businesses investing in robust cybersecurity measures gain increased trust from customers and partners.<\/p>\n<p>This advantage is especially relevant given the <strong>frequency of cyber incidents today.<\/strong> Even if you do not fall under the mandatory NIS2 regulations, it is still advisable to invest in your website's security.<\/p>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Key changes for websites:<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Stricter security requirements for web hosting and IT infrastructure:<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-icon-list uagb-block-33acdff9 uagb-icon-list__outer-wrap uagb-icon-list__layout-vertical uagb-icon-list__icon-at-top\">\n<div class=\"uagb-icon-list__wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-icon-list-child uagb-block-679f9229 uagb-icon-list-repeater uagb-icon-list__wrapper\"><a target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"Mandatory regular security updates and patches.\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"#\"> <\/a><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__source-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M256 0C114.6 0 0 114.6 0 256c0 141.4 114.6 256 256 256s256-114.6 256-256C512 114.6 397.4 0 256 0zM406.6 278.6l-103.1 103.1c-12.5 12.5-32.75 12.5-45.25 0s-12.5-32.75 0-45.25L306.8 288H128C110.3 288 96 273.7 96 256s14.31-32 32-32h178.8l-49.38-49.38c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0l103.1 103.1C414.6 241.3 416 251.1 416 256C416 260.9 414.6 270.7 406.6 278.6z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__label\">Mandatory regular security updates and patches.<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-icon-list-child uagb-block-0bfbb687 uagb-icon-list-repeater uagb-icon-list__wrapper\"><a target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"Strengthened access control and authentication.\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"#\"> <\/a><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__source-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M256 0C114.6 0 0 114.6 0 256c0 141.4 114.6 256 256 256s256-114.6 256-256C512 114.6 397.4 0 256 0zM406.6 278.6l-103.1 103.1c-12.5 12.5-32.75 12.5-45.25 0s-12.5-32.75 0-45.25L306.8 288H128C110.3 288 96 273.7 96 256s14.31-32 32-32h178.8l-49.38-49.38c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0l103.1 103.1C414.6 241.3 416 251.1 416 256C416 260.9 414.6 270.7 406.6 278.6z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__label\">Strengthened access control and authentication.<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-icon-list-child uagb-block-e260a307 uagb-icon-list-repeater uagb-icon-list__wrapper\"><a target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"Active monitoring and threat detection.\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"#\"> <\/a><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__source-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M256 0C114.6 0 0 114.6 0 256c0 141.4 114.6 256 256 256s256-114.6 256-256C512 114.6 397.4 0 256 0zM406.6 278.6l-103.1 103.1c-12.5 12.5-32.75 12.5-45.25 0s-12.5-32.75 0-45.25L306.8 288H128C110.3 288 96 273.7 96 256s14.31-32 32-32h178.8l-49.38-49.38c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0l103.1 103.1C414.6 241.3 416 251.1 416 256C416 260.9 414.6 270.7 406.6 278.6z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__label\">Active monitoring and threat detection.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<p><strong>Mandatory risk assessments and preventive measures:<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-icon-list uagb-block-3da74169 uagb-icon-list__outer-wrap uagb-icon-list__layout-vertical uagb-icon-list__icon-at-top\">\n<div class=\"uagb-icon-list__wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-icon-list-child uagb-block-144065bf uagb-icon-list-repeater uagb-icon-list__wrapper\"><a target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"Regular cybersecurity audits.\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"#\"> <\/a><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__source-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M256 0C114.6 0 0 114.6 0 256c0 141.4 114.6 256 256 256s256-114.6 256-256C512 114.6 397.4 0 256 0zM406.6 278.6l-103.1 103.1c-12.5 12.5-32.75 12.5-45.25 0s-12.5-32.75 0-45.25L306.8 288H128C110.3 288 96 273.7 96 256s14.31-32 32-32h178.8l-49.38-49.38c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0l103.1 103.1C414.6 241.3 416 251.1 416 256C416 260.9 414.6 270.7 406.6 278.6z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__label\">Regular cybersecurity audits.<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-icon-list-child uagb-block-d8cbe7b4 uagb-icon-list-repeater uagb-icon-list__wrapper\"><a target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"Implementation of preventive measures to minimize risks.\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"#\"> <\/a><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__source-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M256 0C114.6 0 0 114.6 0 256c0 141.4 114.6 256 256 256s256-114.6 256-256C512 114.6 397.4 0 256 0zM406.6 278.6l-103.1 103.1c-12.5 12.5-32.75 12.5-45.25 0s-12.5-32.75 0-45.25L306.8 288H128C110.3 288 96 273.7 96 256s14.31-32 32-32h178.8l-49.38-49.38c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0l103.1 103.1C414.6 241.3 416 251.1 416 256C416 260.9 414.6 270.7 406.6 278.6z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__label\">Implementation of preventive measures to minimize risks.<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-icon-list-child uagb-block-dad0160b uagb-icon-list-repeater uagb-icon-list__wrapper\"><a target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"Clearly documented security measures.\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"#\"> <\/a><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__source-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M256 0C114.6 0 0 114.6 0 256c0 141.4 114.6 256 256 256s256-114.6 256-256C512 114.6 397.4 0 256 0zM406.6 278.6l-103.1 103.1c-12.5 12.5-32.75 12.5-45.25 0s-12.5-32.75 0-45.25L306.8 288H128C110.3 288 96 273.7 96 256s14.31-32 32-32h178.8l-49.38-49.38c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0l103.1 103.1C414.6 241.3 416 251.1 416 256C416 260.9 414.6 270.7 406.6 278.6z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__label\">Clearly documented security measures.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<p><strong>Incident reporting obligations:<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-icon-list uagb-block-65529861 uagb-icon-list__outer-wrap uagb-icon-list__layout-vertical uagb-icon-list__icon-at-top\">\n<div class=\"uagb-icon-list__wrap\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-icon-list-child uagb-block-d91a2d66 uagb-icon-list-repeater uagb-icon-list__wrapper\"><a target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"Serious incidents must be reported to national authorities within 24 hours.\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"#\"> <\/a><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__source-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M256 0C114.6 0 0 114.6 0 256c0 141.4 114.6 256 256 256s256-114.6 256-256C512 114.6 397.4 0 256 0zM406.6 278.6l-103.1 103.1c-12.5 12.5-32.75 12.5-45.25 0s-12.5-32.75 0-45.25L306.8 288H128C110.3 288 96 273.7 96 256s14.31-32 32-32h178.8l-49.38-49.38c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0l103.1 103.1C414.6 241.3 416 251.1 416 256C416 260.9 414.6 270.7 406.6 278.6z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__label\">Serious incidents must be reported to national authorities within 24 hours.<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-icon-list-child uagb-block-4ade4103 uagb-icon-list-repeater uagb-icon-list__wrapper\"><a target=\"_self\" aria-label=\"Implementation of clear incident response plans to enable rapid and appropriate action.\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"#\"> <\/a><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__source-wrap\"><svg xmlns=\"https:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\"><path d=\"M256 0C114.6 0 0 114.6 0 256c0 141.4 114.6 256 256 256s256-114.6 256-256C512 114.6 397.4 0 256 0zM406.6 278.6l-103.1 103.1c-12.5 12.5-32.75 12.5-45.25 0s-12.5-32.75 0-45.25L306.8 288H128C110.3 288 96 273.7 96 256s14.31-32 32-32h178.8l-49.38-49.38c-12.5-12.5-12.5-32.75 0-45.25s32.75-12.5 45.25 0l103.1 103.1C414.6 241.3 416 251.1 416 256C416 260.9 414.6 270.7 406.6 278.6z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"uagb-icon-list__label\">Implementation of clear incident response plans to enable rapid and appropriate action.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is your website affected by NIS2 regulations?<\/h2>\n<p>NIS2 specifically targets certain <strong>sectors such as ICT, digital services, e-commerce, healthcare, financial services, and infrastructure.<\/strong> If your business operates in one of these sectors or offers essential online services, you're likely to fall under this directive.<\/p>\n<p>While NIS2 primarily impacts larger companies, medium-sized and even smaller organizations must also comply if their services are critical or essential to other businesses or consumers.<\/p>\n<p>Steps You Can Take:<\/p>\n<p>Although this directive represents significant progress, there remain uncertainties about its implementation.<\/p>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Here's how to determine if NIS2 applies to you:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Use the quick-start guide:<\/strong> The Centre for Cybersecurity Belgium (CCB) provides documentation, including a <a href=\"https:\/\/atwork.safeonweb.be\/tools-resources\/nis-2-quickstart-guide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">quick-start guide<\/a> ('Scope Test Tool').<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/ccb.belgium.be\/en\/ccb-contact\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Contact the CCB<\/a>:<\/strong> Seek advice from CCB experts.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Conduct a risk analysis:<\/strong> A conformity assessment body (CAB) can help you identify which rules apply to your organization.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Check the list of (highly) critical sectors:<\/strong> Some sectors already have <a href=\"https:\/\/atwork.safeonweb.be\/nis2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">specific guidelines<\/a> to determine if your organization is classified as essential or important ('critical' or 'highly critical').<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ultra-Secure hosting is crucial<\/h2>\n<p>With NIS2, choosing a reliable and secure hosting partner becomes even more important. Pay special attention to:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Key security requirements for your hosting provider:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Regular security updates and <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Patch_management\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">patch management<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Strong data encryption and secure authentication methods.<\/li>\n<li>Clear incident response procedures and proactive system monitoring.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Guarantees and certification:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Request assurances such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/about-combell\/iso-certificate-hosting\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ISO 27001 certification<\/a> or other recognized security standards. Providers like Combell can offer these!<\/li>\n<li>Demand transparency regarding incident handling and reporting.<\/li>\n<li>Clearly defined agreements on availability, response, and recovery times.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<p>A trustworthy hosting provider will also offer advice and support on preventive security measures and ensure your infrastructure consistently meets NIS2 standards.<\/p>\n<p>By partnering with a professional hosting provider, you <strong>reduce technical risks, potential fines, and reputational damage<\/strong>, resulting in a robustly secured website.<\/p>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"731\" src=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/files\/server-shield-1-1024x731.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-13100\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/files\/server-shield-1-1024x731.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/files\/server-shield-1-300x214.png 300w, https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/files\/server-shield-1-768x549.png 768w, https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/files\/server-shield-1.png 1400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Impact of NIS2 on hosting and cloud<\/h3>\n<p>NIS2 sets stricter security requirements for hosting providers, meaning customers must carefully consider their hosting partner choices. Fortunately, experts at Combell always provide advice on selecting the best and safest hosting options.<\/p>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<p>Consider the following:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Shared hosting, VPS, and dedicated servers:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/what-is-shared-hosting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shared hosting<\/a> must provide additional security layers and isolation.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/servers\/vps-server-hosting\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">VPS<\/a> and dedicated servers require enhanced monitoring, security updates, and stricter access controls.<\/li>\n<li>Providers must clearly define responsibilities for security and incident management.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Cloud hosting and security requirements:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Cloud providers must adhere to strengthened standards for access management, data security, and encryption.<\/li>\n<li>Mandatory proactive monitoring and vulnerability detection are essential.<\/li>\n<li>Reliable, regular backups are required, alongside clear data management practices compliant with the directive.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">NIS2-Proof: how to make your website safer?<\/h2>\n<p>From bloggers to entrepreneurs: cybersecurity becomes crucial for everyone with the introduction of NIS2. Here are practical tips for enhancing your website security:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Basic measures for a secure website:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Always ensure <a href=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/what-is-https\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">HTTPS<\/a> and use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/ssl-certificates\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SSL certificates<\/a> for data encryption.<\/li>\n<li>Regularly back up your data, storing backups safely and separately.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Preventive Security Measures:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Conduct periodic risk assessments to timely identify vulnerabilities.<\/li>\n<li>Use <a href=\"https:\/\/admin.kuleuven.be\/icts\/english\/e-mune\/mfa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)<\/a> to prevent unauthorized access.<\/li>\n<li>Keep your CMS, plugins, and other software updated to minimize vulnerabilities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Monitoring and Procedures:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Implement continuous system monitoring to quickly detect security incidents.<\/li>\n<li>Develop clear backup and data recovery procedures for rapid recovery from incidents.<\/li>\n<li>Clearly document incident reporting procedures, including contact details for relevant authorities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-uagb-inline-notice uagb-inline_notice__align-left uagb-block-2a657b5f uagb-inline_notice__outer-wrap\">\n<p class=\"uagb-notice-title\">Tip<\/p>\n<div class=\"uagb-notice-text\">\n<p>Combell\u2019s experts assist in implementing optimal security measures. Opting for our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/managed-services\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Managed Services<\/a> means Combell\u2019s skilled staff keep your CMS and plugins updated, ensuring consistent safety. \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Choose a NIS2-compliant hosting partner<\/h3>\n<p>NIS2 makes selecting a reliable hosting partner even more critical. Inquire about regular security updates, strict access control, and robust authentication.<\/p>\n<p>You need a hosting provider who implements and documents <strong>demonstrable security measures.<\/strong> This way, you'll have peace of mind regarding your website's security and compliance with complex NIS regulations.<\/p>\n<p>Is your business growing and in need of additional assurances? In Combell\u2019s ultra-secure, NIS2-compliant hosting environment, you can rely on a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/sla-guarantees\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Service Level Agreement (SLA)<\/a> and solutions guaranteeing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/disaster-recovery\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Disaster Recovery<\/a>.<\/p>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-vertical is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-2 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-yellow-background-color has-text-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.combell.com\/en\/blog\/nis2-directive-belgium\/\">Prepare your tools for NIS2<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With the introduction of NIS2, Europe aims to enhance the digital resilience of essential and important entities. 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