NIST 800-53 Community Version

The servers hum in the dark, and the rules that guard them are written here. NIST 800-53 Community Version is the open, accessible form of one of the most important security control catalogs in the world. It distills the official NIST Special Publication 800-53 into a format that anyone can view, explore, and implement without chasing proprietary or closed resources.

NIST 800-53 defines standards for securing federal systems, but its framework applies anywhere. The Community Version makes those controls easy to navigate. Each family—Access Control, Audit and Accountability, Incident Response, and more—is laid out in plain structure, with each control and enhancement identified by code and description. This version provides the same depth as the official release, including the latest revisions like Rev. 5, but in a format optimized for open use.

Security teams use NIST 800-53 controls to build compliance programs and harden infrastructure. The Community Version supports direct integration into workflows, policy libraries, and automated validation. It covers baseline privacy controls, risk assessment procedures, and system security principles. The online format means you can search, reference, and link controls instantly. Each control aligns with assessment procedures, making it easier to map them to checks and tests.

Adopting NIST 800-53 Community Version removes friction. No PDFs to dig through. No barriers to entry. You get every control, mapped and organized for quick access. Whether you work on new systems or maintain legacy environments, referencing the Community Version keeps your implementation aligned with one of the most trusted security frameworks.

Controls mean nothing if they stay on paper. See the NIST 800-53 Community Version running in action—integrated, searchable, and checking your own systems—on hoop.dev. It’s live in minutes.