--- title: Software Escrow for NIS2 Compliance | Codekeeper description: Meet NIS2's supply chain security requirements with specialized software escrow solutions. Protect your critical infrastructure from vendor failures and build software resilience with Codekeeper. canonical_url: https://codekeeper.co/solutions/nis2 --- NIS2 # Achieve NIS2 compliance with bulletproof software resilience Ensure software supply chain security and meet NIS2 compliance requirements with Codekeeper’s specialized escrow solutions that safeguard your essential digital services across the EU. [Book a free demo](https://codekeeper.co/book-a-demo) ![nis2_hero_3x](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/_sized/Codekeeper%202025/nis2_hero_3x-1752x1402.webp) ## When cyber attackers breach your critical infrastructure, the damage can spread instantly. Your essential services face potential shutdown, public safety risks, and severe regulatory consequences that could devastate your operations. ## The NIS2 directive: What you need to know ### What is NIS2? The Network and Information Systems Directive 2 (NIS2) is a stringent regulation that requires vital sectors to improve their cybersecurity measures, incident response plans, and reporting mechanisms. Its mission? To create a high common level of cybersecurity across the EU, keep essential services running, and protect the economy (and society) from cyber incidents. ### Who needs to comply with the NIS2 directive? NIS2 divides entities into two groups: “essential” and “important.” Compliance obligations apply to both, though essential entities must follow stricter rules. NIS2 is relevant to the following sectors: ![zap](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Icons/Muted%20Foreground/zap.svg) Energy Essential entity ![car](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Icons/Muted%20Foreground/car.svg) Transport Essential entity ![dollar-sign](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Icons/Muted%20Foreground/dollar-sign.svg) Finance Essential entity ![cross](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Icons/Muted%20Foreground/cross.svg) Healthcare Essential entity ![git-fork](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Icons/Muted%20Foreground/git-fork.svg) Digital infrastructure Essential entity ![droplet](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Icons/Muted%20Foreground/droplet.svg) Water supply Essential entity ![server-cog](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Icons/Muted%20Foreground/server-cog.svg) ICT-service management Essential entity ![file-text](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Icons/Muted%20Foreground/file-text.svg) Public administration Essential entity ![rocket](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Icons/Muted%20Foreground/rocket.svg) Space Essential entity ![mail](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Icons/Muted%20Foreground/mail.svg) Postal services Important entity ![trash-2](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Icons/Muted%20Foreground/trash-2.svg) Waste management Important entity ![radiation](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Icons/Muted%20Foreground/radiation.svg) Chemicals Important entity ![utensils](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Icons/Muted%20Foreground/utensils.svg) Food Important entity ![factory](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Icons/Muted%20Foreground/factory.svg) Manufacturing Important entity ![cloud-cog](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Icons/Muted%20Foreground/cloud-cog.svg) Digital providers Important entity ![search](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Icons/Muted%20Foreground/search.svg) Research Important entity ## Key NIS2 requirements The NIS2 directive requires essential and important entities to implement six key controls to boost cyber resilience: 1 **Implement comprehensive risk management practices** and policies to handle cybersecurity risks. 2 **Manage cybersecurity risks** from suppliers and ensure they follow security standards. 3 **Establish and maintain appropriate mechanisms** to recover from cybersecurity incidents. 4 **Develop continuity and recovery plans** and test them to ensure service resilience during a cyber incident. 5 **Report significant cyber incidents** to relevant national authorities. 6 **Take extra steps to secure critical digital services** that society and the economy need. **Note:** All sectors in scope must report cyber incidents, but regulators monitor essential entities continuously, while important entities only get inspected after something goes wrong. Both can face heavy penalties if they don't comply. ### The software escrow — NIS2 connection Software escrow creates a direct pathway to [NIS2 compliance](https://codekeeper.co/solutions/nis2-evidence-pack) by boosting supply chain security and enhancing vendor resilience and accountability. 01 NIS2 risk Critical software suppliers suddenly fail or get compromised Your essential services face immediate shutdown You can't recover from vendor-related cyber incidents Management faces personal liability for supply chain failures 02 Software escrow solution Stores critical software assets for immediate system recovery Ensures you can rebuild services when suppliers fail Demonstrates your recovery plans actually work Documents your due diligence in supplier risk management 03 Compliance outcome Satisfied NIS2 supply chain security requirements Reduced exposure to cascading supply chain cyber incidents Proven business continuity and disaster recovery capabilities Protection from €10 million fines and management penalties ## Let us help you achieve NIS2 compliance Codekeeper brings together expertise in EU cybersecurity regulations and software protection, with tailored solutions for essential and important entities. We understand the obstacles ahead: Comprehensive cybersecurity measures across core EU sectors Management accountability with personal liability exposure Complex supply chain security assessments and documentation Continuous dependency on critical software suppliers _We’re protecting vital software systems for thousands of organizations globally. We can lock down your cyber resilience, too._ ![we_see_challenges_you_face](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/we_see_challenges_you_face.webp) ## Codekeeper's complete solutions for NIS2 requirements Our state-of-the-art escrow solutions help you meet NIS2's cybersecurity risk management and incident response requirements while securing your essential software infrastructure. Software Escrow ### Protection scope: Traditionally installed software Secures your on-premises software assets in encrypted vaults with immutable storage for NIS2-compliant supplier risk management. Fulfills mandatory supply chain due diligence requirements Creates audit-ready evidence of vendor oversight for competent authorities Establishes legal recovery rights when critical suppliers fail Demonstrates concrete risk mitigation to satisfy regulatory expectations [Learn more](https://codekeeper.co/software-escrow) ![how_it_works_software_escrow_3x](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/_sized/Codekeeper%202025/how_it_works_software_escrow_3x-1344x1077.webp) SAAS escrow ### Protection scope: Cloud-based applications Captures all components needed for SaaS cloud recovery — source code, configurations, deployment scripts, and dependencies. Secures digital infrastructure against third-party provider failures Provides verified recovery capabilities for incident response plans Addresses system dependencies under NIS2 scope Generates documentation proving supplier security assessments [Learn more](https://codekeeper.co/saas-escrow) ![how_it_works_saas_escrow_3x](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/_sized/Codekeeper%202025/how_it_works_saas_escrow_3x-1344x1076.webp) continuity escrow ### Protection scope: Supporting infrastructure and services Maintains payment flows to critical service providers, preventing vendor-related disruptions that could trigger NIS2 incident reporting. Guards against service interruptions when vendors face financial difficulties Eliminates cascading supply chain failures from vendor bankruptcies Buys time to find replacement vendors without service interruption Documents contingency planning for third-party service dependencies [Learn more](https://codekeeper.co/continuity-escrow) ![continuity_escrow_1x](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/_sized/Codekeeper%202025/continuity_escrow_1x-672x538.webp) Verification ### Protection scope: Software and SaaS applications Rigorously tests escrowed materials to confirm operational viability with detailed reporting designed for strict regulatory oversight. Proves recovery capabilities through independent testing protocols Documents realistic restoration timelines for emergency response planning Supports NIS2's mandatory effectiveness assessment requirements Generates Software Resilience Certificates proving compliance readiness [Learn more](https://codekeeper.co/verification) ![how_it_works_continuity_escrow_3x-1](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/_sized/Codekeeper%202025/how_it_works_continuity_escrow_3x-1-1344x1076.webp) ## Build NIS2 compliance in 4 simple steps NIS2 requires you to secure your software supply chain against cyber threats. Here's how to strengthen your critical infrastructure: 1 ### Book a free demo We'll evaluate which essential service applications create cybersecurity risks under NIS2's expanded coverage requirements. 2 ### Set up secure asset deposits Your critical suppliers upload their source code, security patches, and technical specs into our escrow vaults. 3 ### Our escrow experts review your escrowed materials We check your assets for vulnerabilities and confirm they can restore services during cyber incidents. 4 ### Get your Software Resilience Certificate Receive verified proof that you can rebuild essential software infrastructures even when your suppliers fail. _One call. One solution. Complete software resilience compliance for NIS2._ [Book a free demo](https://codekeeper.co/book-a-demo) ## Codekeeper takes the complexity out of compliance Over the years, we've helped thousands of critical entities protect their software without drowning in technical details. Our solutions make regulatory requirements straightforward and manageable. ![Airbus](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Logo/Logo%20section%205/cta-sec-5-airbus.svg) ![Bayer](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Logo/Logo%20section%205/cta-sec-5-bayer.svg) ![European parliament](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Logo/Logo%20section%205/cta-sec-5-eu.svg) ![General Motors](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Logo/Logo%20section%205/cta-sec-5-gm.svg) ![Intuit](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Logo/Logo%20section%205/cta-sec-5-intuit.svg) ![Nestle](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Logo/Logo%20section%205/cta-sec-5-nestle.svg) ![Pepsico](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Logo/Logo%20section%205/cta-sec-5-pepsico.svg) ![Pfizer](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Logo/Logo%20section%205/cta-sec-5-pfizer.svg) ## NIS2 enforcement timeline * ![landmark](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Icons/Base%20Primary/landmark.svg) ### October 17, 2024 **Member state transposition deadline** — NIS2 should be incorporated into national laws * ![users-round](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Icons/Base%20Primary/users-round.svg) ### January 17, 2025 **Peer review methodologies established** by the NIS Cooperation Group (made up of representatives of Member States, the European Commission, and ENISA) * ![file-text](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Icons/Base%20Primary/file-text.svg) ### April 17, 2025 **Entity registration lists due** from member states to the European Commission * ![clipboard-list](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/Icons/Base%20secondary/clipboard-list.svg) ### October 17, 2027 **First effectiveness review** potentially introducing new cybersecurity requirements ## The cost of ignoring NIS2 requirements Failing to meet NIS2 standards unleashes devastating consequences across your critical operations: Severe monetary sanctions Your organization faces up to €10 million or 2% of global turnover for essential entities — €7 million or 1.4% for important entities. Leadership prosecution Your CEO and board members risk criminal liability, personal financial penalties, and career-ending bans from executive roles. Business comes to a standstill National cybersecurity authorities force the immediate closure of your critical services until you prove adequate security measures. Authorities take control Government inspectors conduct unannounced inspections, seize documentation, and impose binding remediation orders on your operations. European regulators have zero tolerance for weak cybersecurity in critical sectors. Build your resilience now so they can’t build a case against you. E-BOOK ## Assess, plan, implement: Your guide to NIS2 compliance Fill in the form below to learn more about meeting NIS2's cybersecurity risk management requirements. ![nis2](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/_sized/codekeeper-site/resources/solutions-guides/nis2-2000.png) _*E-book available only in English_ Get your free NIS2 guide now ## How you benefit from NIS2 compliance ### Secure your critical operations NIS2 compliance helps you avoid €10 million fines and prevents authorities from shutting down your operations. While non-compliant competitors get locked out of EU markets, you can keep operating across all 27 member states. ### Protect executive leadership Show regulators that your management team takes cybersecurity seriously to avoid criminal charges and career-ending penalties. Compliance proves your leaders did their job of managing supplier risks and incident response. ### Strengthen vendor partnerships Companies that need NIS2-compliant partners will choose you over competitors who can't prove their cybersecurity standards. Your compliance documentation opens doors to contracts that non-compliant teams can't access. ### Build operational resilience Turn required cybersecurity measures into business advantages by building better incident response and continuity plans. When cyber attacks hit, you'll recover faster than competitors, all while keeping essential services running. ![nis2_cta_2x](https://codekeeper.co/hubfs/Codekeeper%202025/nis2_cta_2x.webp) ### Protect your critical services before penalties escalate Our compliance advisors will show you exactly how our software escrow solutions help you meet NIS2’s cyber resilience standards and secure your essential service operations. Review of your vendor risk management obligations Overview of software escrow's role in incident response planning Straightforward explanation of NIS2’s expectations Ready-to-deploy escrow solutions you can activate today [Book a free demo](https://codekeeper.co/book-a-demo) Frequently asked questions ## Good questions to ask first. Is NIS2 mandatory? Yes, NIS2 is mandatory for all “essential” or “important” EU entities in sectors like energy, transport, banking, and healthcare. How does NIS2 build on the original NIS directive? NIS2 broadens the scope of the original directive, expands the range of entities covered, strengthens security requirements, enhances supply chain security, and pushes for stricter incident reporting laws. How will NIS2's regulations be monitored and enforced? Member States are responsible for implementing and enforcing NIS2. This may involve establishing national competent authorities to oversee compliance and impose sanctions for non-compliance. When does NIS2 take effect in the Netherlands? NIS2 will be implemented in the Netherlands as the Cybersecurity Act (Cyberbeveiligingswet) and will take effect in early 2026. Many organizations will be directly or indirectly affected by this legislation, either through their own compliance obligations or requirements from clients and partners. How does NIS2 relate to other EU cybersecurity policies? NIS2 focuses on operational cybersecurity for critical service providers, while the [Cyber Resilience Act (CRA)](https://codekeeper.co/solutions/cra) ensures the digital products they use are secure by design. Together with regulations, like GDPR and [DORA](https://codekeeper.co/solutions/dora) , they create a comprehensive EU cybersecurity framework that covers services, products, data protection, and financial resilience. Which basic measures does the NCSC recommend? The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) recommends basic measures such as effective access control, secure configuration, network security, malware protection, and patch management. What's the difference between essential and important entities under NIS2? Essential entities (typically 250+ employees, €50M+ turnover) in highly critical sectors face proactive supervision and higher penalties (€10M or 2% of global revenue). Important entities (50-250 employees, €10M+ turnover) are subject to reactive supervision and lower penalties (€7M or 1.4% of global revenue). [More answers in the FAQ →](https://codekeeper.co/faq) ## Let's build bulletproof software resilience together. [Book a demo](https://codekeeper.co/book-a-demo)