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ASD Essential 8

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This guide provides an authoritative and detailed overview of the ISO/IEC 27001 standard, which defines the requirements for an Information Security Management Systems (ISMS) associated with information security, cybersecurity and privacy protection.

Learn about the purpose and scope of the standard, the key requirements for an ISMS, how to implement and maintain an ISMS, how to establish an effective security risk management program, how to develop and implement security policies, how to implement controls to protect information and services and how to audit and review systems to ensure they meet the requirements of the standard.

This guide is an essential resource for anyone looking to understand and implement ISO 27001.

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{tableName=glossary, name=NIST 800-53 Control Families, description= NIST 800-53 Control Families are a set of security controls developed by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to provide a standardized approach to information security management. The controls are organized into 18 families, which are further divided into subcategories. These families are: Access Control, Awareness and Training, Audit and Accountability, Configuration Management, Contingency Planning, Identification and Authentication, Incident Response, Maintenance, Media Protection, Physical and Environmental Protection, Personnel Security, Risk Assessment, Security Assessment and Authorization, System and Communications Protection, System and Information Integrity, System and Services Acquisition, System and Services Development, and System and Information Security Management. Each family includes a set of security controls that are intended to protect an organization’s information system from unauthorized access, use, disclosure, disruption, modification, or destruction. The controls are designed to be applicable to any organization, regardless of size or industry. The NIST 800-53 Control Families provide a comprehensive framework for organizations to assess their information security posture and take appropriate measures to protect their information systems., topic=[{id=97620570515, createdAt=1673040885373, updatedAt=1715624498921, path='nist-sp-800-53', name=' NIST SP 800-53 Security Guide: Protect Your Data', 1='{type=string, value=NIST SP 800-53}', 2='{type=string, value= This guide provides a comprehensive overview of NIST SP 800-53, a security and privacy control framework for federal information systems and organizations. Learn how to protect your data and comply with NIST}', 5='{type=string, value=This authoritative guide is based on the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication (SP) 800-53, which provides guidance for federal agencies on selecting, implementing, and managing information security controls. The guide covers a wide range of topics, including risk assessment, security control selection, security control implementation, and security control monitoring. It also provides detailed information on the security controls that should be implemented in the organization, as well as guidance on how to assess and monitor the effectiveness of those controls. Additionally, the guide provides detailed information on the Federal Information Security Management Act (FISMA) and its requirements for information security. The guide is intended to help organizations ensure that their information systems are secure and compliant with applicable laws and regulations.}', 15='{type=list, value=[{id=97620570515, name='NIST SP 800-53'}]}'}], hs_path=nist-800-53-control-families}--
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{tableName=glossary, name=Business Impact Analysis (Bia), description= Business Impact Analysis (BIA) is a systematic process used to identify and evaluate the potential effects of an interruption to critical business operations due to an unforeseen event. The purpose of a BIA is to help organizations understand their operational risks and prioritize their recovery strategies. The BIA process typically involves assessing the potential financial, operational, and legal implications of a disruption to the business. This includes evaluating the impact of the event on the organization’s staff, customers, suppliers, and other stakeholders. The BIA also helps organizations identify and prioritize critical business functions, assess the resources needed to maintain operations during a disruption, and develop a recovery plan. The BIA process typically includes identifying the risks associated with the disruption, assessing the impact of the disruption, and developing a recovery plan. The BIA is an important part of a comprehensive risk management strategy and can help organizations prepare for, respond to, and recover from disruptions., topic=null, hs_path=business-impact-analysis-bia}--
ISO 27001
ISO/IEC 27001 Scope

ISO/IEC 27001 Scope is a set of requirements for the implementation of an Information Security Manag...

SOC 2
SOC 2 vs GDPR

SOC 2 and GDPR compliance are essential for businesses to ensure data security and privacy. Learn th...

NIST SP 800-53
NIST 800-53 Control Families

NIST 800-53 Control Families are a set of security controls developed by the National Institute of S...

Cybersecurity Risk Management
Information Asset

An information asset is a resource that has value to an individual, organization, or government. It ...

SOC 2 Audit

A SOC 2 Audit is an independent evaluation of a service provider’s information security controls and...

Business Impact Analysis (Bia)

Business Impact Analysis (BIA) is a systematic process used to identify and evaluate the potential e...

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