The NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) is a set of voluntary guidelines developed by the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology to help organizations manage and reduce cybersecurity risks. It provides a structured approach using five core functions - Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, and Recover - to guide organizations in assessing and improving their cybersecurity posture. The framework is widely adopted across industries and is designed to be flexible, scalable, and adaptable to organizations of all sizes and sectors. By following the NIST CSF, organizations can better protect their critical assets, respond effectively to cyber threats, and align their cybersecurity efforts with best practices.