ISO 27005
Information security risk management guidelines
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Framework Domains (4)
ISO 27005: Risk Assessment
Identifying and analyzing risks (ISO 27005)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| ISO27005-06 | Risk identification methods |
| ISO27005-07 | Risk analysis and evaluation |
| ISO27005-08 | Risk criteria and thresholds |
| ISO27005-09 | Risk scenario development |
| ISO27005-10 | Risk interdependency analysis |
ISO 27005: Risk Framework & Governance
Establishing risk management framework (ISO 27005)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| ISO27005-01 | Risk management policy and scope |
| ISO27005-02 | Risk governance structure |
| ISO27005-03 | Risk culture and communication |
| ISO27005-04 | Stakeholder requirements for risk |
| ISO27005-05 | Risk management integration |
ISO 27005: Risk Monitoring & Review
Ongoing monitoring and review of risks (ISO 27005)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| ISO27005-16 | Risk monitoring procedures |
| ISO27005-17 | Risk reporting and communication |
| ISO27005-18 | Risk register maintenance |
| ISO27005-19 | Continuous improvement of risk processes |
| ISO27005-20 | Management review of risk program |
ISO 27005: Risk Treatment
Treating and managing identified risks (ISO 27005)
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| ISO27005-11 | Risk treatment options and selection |
| ISO27005-12 | Risk treatment plan development |
| ISO27005-13 | Residual risk acceptance |
| ISO27005-14 | Risk transfer and insurance |
| ISO27005-15 | Control implementation and monitoring |
Maps to 419 other frameworks
Frequently Asked Questions
What is ISO 27005?
ISO 27005 is a compliance framework from International with 4 domains and 20 controls. Information security risk management guidelines It is used by organisations to establish and maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
How many controls does ISO 27005 have?
ISO 27005 has 20 controls organised across 4 domains. The largest domains are ISO 27005: Risk Assessment (5 controls), ISO 27005: Risk Framework & Governance (5 controls), ISO 27005: Risk Monitoring & Review (5 controls). Each control defines specific requirements that organisations must implement to achieve compliance.
What frameworks does ISO 27005 map to?
ISO 27005 maps to 419 other compliance frameworks. The top mapping partners are AS9100D — Aerospace Quality Management System (35% coverage), ISO/IEC 27003:2017 (35% coverage), COSO ERM (35% coverage). Use our comparison tool to explore control-level mappings between frameworks.
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