Framework

CIS Controls v8 Mapping and Exports

Use CIS Controls v8 as a structured way to organize controls and evidence. Export a mapping snapshot and evidence bundle when a reviewer needs traceability.

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What This Covers

What This Covers

Framework Summary

Practical mapping of CIS Controls v8 to Aurora controls. This template tracks the 18 CIS Controls at an implementation-ready level. It maps them to canonical Aurora controls so evidence can be collected once and reused across audits.

Catalog Entry
Type: Framework
Publisher: Center for Internet Security (CIS)
Versions: 1
Coverage (Representative Version)
Requirements
18
Mapped Controls
35
Evidence Specs
75
Automation Tests
70
Exports
  • Mapping snapshot (PDF)
  • Reviewer-ready export (PDF/ZIP)
  • Evidence bundle (ZIP)
  • Coverage verdict report (where enabled)
Plan Note

Framework availability and the number of active frameworks varies by plan. See Plan Limits.

Versions

Supported Versions and Coverage Stats

Aurora's catalog can include multiple published versions of a standard or regulation. Select the version that matches your reviewer request.

v8
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Requirements
18
Mapped controls
35
Evidence specs
75
Automation tests
70

How It Works

How Aurora Uses CIS Controls v8

Map requirements to controls once, reuse mapping across reviews, attach evidence and policies, and export traceability on demand.

Scope and Control Mapping
  • Map requirements to Aurora controls
  • Assign owners and approval gates
  • Keep decisions tied to exports
Evidence and Freshness
  • Attach artifacts to controls and answers
  • Track capture dates and expiration
  • Export evidence bundles with clear source details
Reviewer-Ready Exports
  • Generate reviewer-ready exports and evidence bundles
  • Produce point-in-time snapshots for audit windows
  • Keep citations attached so reviewers can verify
Controlled Sharing
  • Share curated artifacts through a Trust Center
  • Gate access with tier rules and agreements
  • Export access logs for audit trails

Next Step

See How This Maps to Your Next Reviewer Request

Use Exports to Align on Scope
Start with the deliverable reviewers accept, then map backward to the controls and evidence you need.
Bring One Request, Get a Plan
We will map the shortest path: required controls, evidence objects, integrations, and the export format reviewers expect.
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FAQ

CIS Controls v8 Questions

Can We Use This Framework Alongside Another One?
Yes, by plan. Many teams maintain one baseline and reuse evidence across frameworks.
Do You Provide an Auditor Opinion?
No. Aurora provides exports and traceability. Auditors and assessors remain independent.
Next step
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