What is an ISMS? An Information Security Management System (ISMS) is a set of policies, processes, and procedures that help organizations to protect their information assets. It helps to identify, analyze and manage the security risks associated with the use, processing, storage and transmission of an organization’s sensitive data. An ISMS agreement is between two …
What is a statement of applicability? A Statement of Applicability is a document used in information security management that outlines the applicable control objectives and controls for an organization. It is typically created as part of an Information Security Management System (ISMS) to identify which specific standards, laws, regulations, and best practices should be implemented …
Overview of the ISO 27701 standard With recent attention being paid to data privacy concerns, you may be considering ISO 27701 certification. If so, you’ve come to the right place! We’ll explain what ISO 27701 is, how it relates to ISO 27001, and how to get started on the ISO 27701 certification journey. ISO 27701 …
A standard that was developed in 2013 by the International Organization for Standardization and IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission). What is the purpose of the ISO 27001 framework? ISO/IEC 27001 is an international standard on how to manage information security. This standard formally specifies an Information Security Management System (ISMS) to be established, maintained, and continuously …
The ISO 27001 standard has continued to be a popular option despite the ever-expanding list of industry-specific solutions due to its applicability across both business sectors and continents. The ISO 27000 series The deployment and maintenance of an information security management system are the primary focus of the ISO 27001 standard, which is officially known …
