In order to reduce the risk to information security, ISO 27001 contains certain controls that can be technical, legal, physical, human, organizational, etc. The Annex A enlists 114 controls for the purpose. Let’s have a look at how they can be implemented:-
Technical controls By the use of certain software, firmware or hardware, such as antivirus software, backup, etc., these controls are implemented on information systems.
Organizational controls This deals with the rules that are needed to be followed by the staff within the organization for better security. E.g. BYOD Policy, policy for access control, etc.
Legal controls this is to make sure that the activities comply to the legal requirements of regulations, contracts, etc. E.g. NDA (non-disclosure agreement), SLA (service level agreement), etc.
Physical controls this make use of the physical devices for maintaining security. E.g. alarm systems, CCTV cameras, etc.
Human resource controls This is done by training the staff on their roles regarding the maintenance of security. E.g. security awareness training, ISO 27001 internal auditor training, etc.
With the world getting more digitalized, we are dependent upon digital means for storing information. Any breach or loss to the information has huge implication to an individual’s privacy as well as the nation’s economy. Therefore, countries and organizations all over the world are developing more and more stringent regulations to check any such menace. It is therefore highly beneficial for an organization to embrace a management system that reduces or prevents any such risks and
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