ISO/IEC 27001 Security Standard

Global

2005

Cybersecurity

Overview

ISO/IEC 27001 is an internationally recognized standard for Information Security Management Systems (ISMS), jointly developed by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC). The most recent version was published in 2022, updating the 2013 edition to address modern cybersecurity threats and organizational risks.

The standard provides a structured framework to manage the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information assets. It includes 93 controls grouped into four themes: organizational, people, physical, and technological. ISO/IEC 27001 certification is widely adopted by banks, fintech companies, cloud service providers, healthcare institutions, and IT consultancies to demonstrate robust security posture and regulatory readiness.

Key Obligations

Establish and maintain an Information Security Management System (ISMS)
Conduct periodic risk assessments and implement appropriate controls
Ensure continuous monitoring, auditing, and improvement of security systems

Assign roles and responsibilities for information security governance
Maintain documentation and undergo independent certification audits

FAQ

Related Regulations

NIST CSF 2.0 Cyber Framework

FTC Safeguards Rule Amendments

CIRCIA Cyber Incident Reporting Law

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