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Framework Views

Frameworks are treated as views into the Cybersecurity Ontology.

The ontology is not meant to replace NIST, ISO, SOC 2, MITRE ATT&CK, OWASP, PCI DSS, HIPAA, GDPR, or other standards. It provides a common map that helps explain where each framework item belongs.

Mapping concept

Framework type Ontology emphasis
Control frameworks Safeguards and Assurance
Governance frameworks Leadership and Assurance
Threat frameworks Threats and Weaknesses
Vulnerability catalogs Weaknesses
Privacy regulations Assets, Safeguards, Assurance, Leadership
Audit standards Assurance

Prototype approach

Each framework view should explain:

  • What the framework is for.
  • Which ontology classes it emphasizes.
  • How to map framework items into the ontology.
  • What the framework does not cover well.