DORA RTS on ICT Subcontracting (Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2025/532) vs CIS Controls v8

What is the difference between DORA RTS on ICT Subcontracting (Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2025/532) and CIS Controls v8?

DORA RTS on ICT Subcontracting (Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2025/532) is a compliance framework applying in the European Union, with 8 controls across 2 domains. CIS Controls v8 is a compliance framework applying in International, with 153 controls across 18 domains. They govern different subjects, so the overlap is limited to the governance requirements they share. The mapping below shows where that is.

DORA RTS on ICT Subcontracting (Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2025/532)8 controls

CIS Controls v8153 controls

Measured coverage between these frameworks

We map controls between these two frameworks in a knowledge graph and have a person review every mapping before it is published. Below is what that review found. The figures are read live from the graph, not written by hand.

CIS Controls v8 into DORA

38.5%

10 of 26 DORA controls carry evidence from CIS Controls v8, leaving 16 to satisfy separately.

68 candidate mappings were examined and 0 were rejected on review, signed off 2026-08-20.

Read the full crosswalk, including every rejected mapping →

Coverage is directional. Mapping A into B is a different measurement from B into A, because the two standards do not carry the same depth on the same subjects.

Questions people ask about DORA RTS on ICT Subcontracting (Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2025/532) and CIS Controls v8

What is the difference between DORA RTS on ICT Subcontracting (Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2025/532) and CIS Controls v8?

DORA RTS on ICT Subcontracting (Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2025/532) has 8 controls while CIS Controls v8 has 153 controls. Both frameworks address compliance requirements but differ in scope, focus, and applicability. Use our platform to explore the exact control-to-control mappings.

Do I need both DORA RTS on ICT Subcontracting (Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2025/532) and CIS Controls v8?

Whether you need both depends on your industry, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations. Many organizations implement multiple frameworks simultaneously. Our compliance platform helps you map controls between DORA RTS on ICT Subcontracting (Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2025/532) and CIS Controls v8 so you can identify shared requirements and avoid duplicate effort.

How do DORA RTS on ICT Subcontracting (Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2025/532) and CIS Controls v8 controls map to each other?

Our platform maps controls between DORA RTS on ICT Subcontracting (Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2025/532) and CIS Controls v8 at a granular level. Each mapping shows whether controls are fully aligned, partially aligned, or represent gaps. This helps you prioritize implementation when pursuing both frameworks.

Which framework should I implement first, DORA RTS on ICT Subcontracting (Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2025/532) or CIS Controls v8?

The best starting point depends on your specific regulatory requirements, industry, and customer demands. Consider which framework is most urgently required by your stakeholders or regulators. Use our free compliance platform to run a gap analysis and determine the optimal implementation sequence.

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