ISO 27001: Information Security Management System (ISMS)
ISO 27001 is an international standard that specifies the requirements for an Information Security Management System (ISMS). An ISMS is a framework that helps organizations manage and protect their information assets, such as data, intellectual property, and financial information.
ISO 27001 is based on the 10 principles of information security:
- Confidentiality: Information is only accessible to authorized individuals.
- Integrity: Information is accurate and complete.
- Availability: Information is available when needed.
- Accountability: Individuals are responsible for their actions and decisions.
- Non-repudiation: Individuals cannot deny their actions or decisions.
- Privacy: Personal information is protected.
- Security: Information is protected from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction.
- Resilience: Information is protected from natural disasters, man-made disasters, and other disruptions.
- Compliance: Information is protected in accordance with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Continual improvement: The ISMS is continually improved and updated.
Implementing an ISMS based on ISO 27001 helps organizations to:
- Protect their information assets from threats.
- Demonstrate compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Improve customer confidence and satisfaction.
- Enhance organizational reputation.
ISO 27001 is a widely recognized and respected standard. It is used by organizations of all sizes and industries around the world.