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NIS2 Directive Enhances EU Cybersecurity Framework

NIS2 Directive Enhances EU Cybersecurity Framework

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ThreatCluster •October 17, 2026 at 18:20 UTC
  • •NIS2 Directive strengthens EU cybersecurity requirements.
  • •Organizations must embed cybersecurity governance at the executive level.
  • •Essential entities need certification by April 2027.

The NIS2 Directive, adopted in December 2022 and implemented in Belgium by April 2024, aims to bolster cybersecurity across essential and important entities in the EU. It introduces stricter requirements for governance, risk management, incident response, and supply chain security. Organizations must now embed cybersecurity at the board level, ensuring accountability and adequate resource allocation. The directive emphasizes proactive risk management and requires compliance with frameworks like Cyber Fundamentals (CyFun) and ISO 27001. Essential entities must achieve certification by April 2027. KPMG offers support for organizations navigating these changes, including maturity assessments and policy updates. The directive marks a significant shift from reactive to proactive cybersecurity governance.

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2022-12-01
NIS2 Directive adopted
The European Union adopted the NIS2 Directive to enhance cybersecurity across member states.
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2024-04-01
NIS2 transposed into Belgian law
Belgium implemented the NIS2 Directive, requiring compliance from essential and important entities.
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2026-10-17
KPMG discusses NIS2 challenges
KPMG experts highlighted the challenges organizations face in complying with NIS2, including awareness and implementation.
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What is the NIS2 Directive?
The NIS2 Directive is an EU regulation aimed at improving cybersecurity across essential and important entities.
Who must comply with NIS2?
Essential and important entities in various sectors, including energy and banking, are required to comply with NIS2.
What support does KPMG offer for NIS2 compliance?
KPMG provides maturity assessments, gap analysis, roadmap development, and policy writing to help organizations comply with NIS2.