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The Common Security Advisory Framework (known as CSAF) is an important tool in this space, enabling security teams to quickly access machine-readable, structured information about vulnerabilities and their remediations. However, for CSAF to be truly effective, the data provided in a vendor advisory must be consistent and accurate. 

Learn how SSVC (Stakeholder-Specific Vulnerability Categorization) and CSAF (Common Security Advisory Framework) enhance vulnerability management beyond traditional CVSS ratings, which often lack the necessary context for effective vulnerability remediation.

By transitioning to a risk-informed remediation approach, leveraging Stakeholder-Specific Vulnerability Categorization (SSVC) and the Cybersecurity Advisory Framework (CSAF) to enhance decision-making and operational security, organizations can prioritize vulnerabilities based on actual risk impact rather than relying on reactive, compliance-driven patching.

In the field of vulnerability management, remediation, workaround, and mitigation are three common terms used to describe methods of addressing a vulnerability. They are sometimes used interchangeably, but their meanings can vary slightly across different vendors and organizations.

As industries become more connected, OT cybersecurity is increasingly crucial. OT systems, which control physical processes like energy production and water treatment, are vulnerable to cyber threats due to outdated infrastructure and newer connectivity. Securing OT systems is vital for protecting both data and the critical infrastructure that supports daily life.