FISMA (Federal Information Security Management Act)

FISMA, or the Federal Information Security Management Act, is a U.S. law that requires federal agencies to protect their digital information and information systems. It establishes standards and procedures to ensure data security, privacy, and integrity, preventing unauthorized access, theft, or damage. Agencies must regularly assess their security measures, report on their effectiveness, and implement improvements. Essentially, FISMA acts as a framework to safeguard government information assets against cyber threats and to maintain public trust in federal operations.