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ISO27001 – Control 5.15 – Access Control

By admin|2024-11-24T16:48:08+00:00November 25th, 2024|Information Security, ISO 27001 Controls|

ISO 27001 - Control 5.15 - Access Control Control 5.15 Wording Control 5.15 - Access Control states "Rules to control physical and logical access to information and other associated assets should be established and implemented based on business and information security requirements." What this means Control 5.15 - At its core, access control is about ensuring the right people have access to the right resources at the right time. Think of it as a sophisticated bouncer for your business assets, both digital and physical. It's not [...]

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ISO27001 – Control 5.14 – Information Transfer

By admin|2024-11-09T16:25:08+00:00November 11th, 2024|Information Security, ISO 27001 Controls|

ISO 27001 - Control 5.14 - Information Transfer Control 5.14 Wording Control 5.14 - information transfer states "Information transfer rules, procedures, or agreements should be in place for all types of transfer facilities within the organization and between the organization and other parties". What this means Control 5.15 - information transfer is aiming to ensure that any information transfer processes are robust and secure and available to all within the organisation. The most obvious means of data transfer is email but there is also the consideration [...]

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5 Information Security Mistakes That Could Cost You Your Business

By admin|2024-11-02T11:51:16+00:00November 4th, 2024|Cyber Security, Information Security|

5 Information Security Mistakes That Could Cost You Your Business Information security mistakes can devastate UK businesses of any size. In today's digital landscape, these information security mistakes aren't just IT concerns - they're fundamental business risks that UK organisations cannot afford to ignore. With data breaches costing companies an average of £3.7 million according to IBM's 2024 Cost of a Data Breach Report, even seemingly minor security oversights can have devastating consequences. 1. Assuming Compliance Equals Security Many UK businesses make the critical error of [...]

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UK Procurement Trends: Why Your Company’s Security Posture Matters More Than Ever

By admin|2024-10-26T10:22:02+01:00October 28th, 2024|Information Security|

UK Procurement Trends: Why Your Company's Security Posture Matters More Than Ever In today's business landscape, UK companies are experiencing a significant shift in how clients evaluate and select their suppliers. A clear trend has emerged: a good security posture has moved from a "nice-to-have" to a critical deciding factor in procurement decisions. Potential clients are reviewing suppliers security requirements to ensure that they have secure practices in place as part of the procurement process. For managers focused on growth and efficiency, understanding this shift could [...]

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ISO27001 – Control 5.13 – Labelling of Information

By admin|2024-10-17T16:57:49+01:00October 21st, 2024|Information Security, ISO 27001 Controls|

ISO 27001 - Control 5.13 - Labelling of Information Control 5.13 Wording An appropriate set of procedures for information labelling should be developed and implemented in accordance with the information classification scheme adopted by the organization. What this means This is the followup control to 5.12 - Classification. This control is designed to make sure that all business assets are labelled as part of securing information within the organisation. It's all about marking your data so everyone knows how to handle it properly. Let's break down [...]

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Why Change Management is Crucial for ISO27001 Compliance

By admin|2024-10-17T16:59:57+01:00October 14th, 2024|Information Security, ISO 27001 Controls|

The Silent Revolution: Why Change Management is Crucial for ISO27001 Compliance In the world of information security, we often focus on the big, dramatic changes - major system overhauls, new technology implementations, or responding to high-profile security incidents. But what about the small, almost imperceptible changes that happen every day? As it turns out, these can be just as critical to your ISO27001 compliance. The Constant Nature of Change Change is not just inevitable—it's constant. Lots of the time, we don't even notice it happening. A [...]

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ISO 27001 and the CIA Triad: Pillars of Information Security

By admin|2024-09-08T17:45:57+01:00September 9th, 2024|Information Security, ISO27001 Implementation|

ISO 27001 and the CIA Triad: Pillars of Information Security Information security has become a critical concern for organisations of all sizes and industries. Two fundamental concepts that form the backbone of robust information security practices are ISO 27001 and the CIA triad. YOu can find out more about these concepts and their importance in safeguarding sensitive data. Understanding ISO 27001 ISO 27001 is an internationally recognised standard for information security management systems (ISMS). It provides a framework for organisations to establish, implement, maintain, and continually [...]

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The Role of Continuous Improvement in ISO27001 Compliance

By admin|2024-09-01T16:21:41+01:00September 2nd, 2024|Information Security, ISO27001 Implementation|

The Role of Continuous Improvement in ISO27001 Compliance Overview Compliance with ISO27001 is not a one-time achievement but a continuous journey. The standard itself emphasises the importance of continuous improvement, advocating for ongoing enhancements to an organisation's Information Security Management System (ISMS). This blog post delves into the role of continuous improvement in maintaining ISO27001 compliance, exploring how you can use Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) cycle, tools and techniques for continuous improvement. How to use the Plan-Do-Check-Act (PDCA) Cycle for ISO27001 The PDCA cycle, also known as the [...]

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ISO27001 – Control 5.12 – Classification of Information

By admin|2024-09-08T13:14:30+01:00August 26th, 2024|Information Security, ISO 27001 Controls|

Control 5.12 – Classification of Information Control Information should be classified according to the information security needs of the organization based on confidentiality, integrity, availability and relevant interested party requirements. What this means There needs to be a classification scheme implemented to protect information assets and this classification scheme should be documented and communicated to all staff and other relevant parties such as contractors, data processors etc. When classifying documents the organisation needs to consider the confidentiality, integrity, and availability requirements in the classification scheme. Try [...]

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Bringing New Blood into InfoSec: Why Mentoring Matters

By admin|2024-08-26T09:10:07+01:00August 19th, 2024|Information Security|

Bringing New Blood into InfoSec: Why Mentoring Matters Let's face it - the information security landscape is evolving faster than ever. With new threats emerging daily, the demand for assurance from clients that their data is secure and the innovative thinking needed to stay ahead of the curve. But how do we nurture the next generation of InfoSec professionals? The answer might be simpler than you think: good old-fashioned mentoring. Now, I know what you're thinking. "Mentoring? Isn't that just extra work for my already overloaded [...]

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