REN-ISAC

The Research and Education Networking Information Sharing and Analysis Center (REN-ISAC) is a cybersecurity organization focused on enhancing protections and incident response for higher education and research institutions. It supports over 700 member institutions worldwide, creating a trusted community for sharing threat intelligence and collaborative defense. REN-ISAC functions as both a sector-specific Information Sharing and Analysis Center (ISAC) and a Computer Security Incident Response Team (CSIRT) for the broader research and education community. REN-ISAC offers a range of services, including incident response coordination, cloud vendor assessment tools, and training discounts. Members benefit from automated threat intelligence sharing through the Security Event System (SES), daily situational reports, and confidential forums for collaboration. The organization also provides cybersecurity tools and frameworks, such as the Passive DNS Project and Project CHUM, to address sector-specific threats. Its primary customers include higher education institutions and research organizations, with membership based on institutional affiliation.