The ISO/IEC 27001 standard is an international standard for information security management. Its purpose is to assist organizations in developing, implementing, maintaining, and improving information security management systems. The aim of this standard is to help organizations ensure that their information is secure and can be reliably used.
The ISO 27001 standard consists of a series of guidelines and principles designed to help organizations identify and manage risks related to information security. This standard also entails organizations adhering to specific procedures and continually improving their information security management systems.
In 2022, ISO/IEC 27001:2022 was published, updating the 2013 version of the standard. The new version incorporates changes to address emerging information security risks and technological advancements, including enhanced focus on cloud security and a more structured approach to managing data protection and privacy.
In addition to the ISO 27001 standard, there are other ISO standards that address information security:
- ISO/IEC 27002:2022: This is a revised guideline providing recommendations for information security management related to the ISO 27001 standard, with updated controls and a new structure reflecting changes in the information security landscape.
- ISO/IEC 27005: This guideline addresses information security risk management.
- ISO/IEC 27011: This guideline relates to information security management in telecommunications and information systems.
- ISO/IEC 27016: This guideline deals with information security management in public administration.
Beyond ISO standards, there are other standards addressing information security. Some of these standards include:
- NIST SP 800-53: This standard issued by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) in the United States provides guidance for information security management in state and local government organizations.
- PCI DSS: This standard pertains to credit card security and is used in the global commerce sector. The PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard) defines minimum information security standards to be applied in all organizations involved in processing, storing, or transmitting credit card data.
Additionally, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has released the NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0, which provides updated guidelines and best practices for managing cybersecurity risks. This updated framework builds on the original 2014 version with enhancements to address new threats and technologies.
For more information on the ISO 27001 standard.
