ISO/IEC 27014:2020
Information security, cybersecurity and privacy protection - Governance of information security. Provides guidance on concepts, objectives, and processes for the governance of information security. Intended for governing bodies and top management of organizations. Applicable to all types and sizes of organizations.
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Framework Domains (5)
Clause 1-4: Introduction and Context
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| 27014-1 | Scope |
| 27014-3 | Terms and definitions |
| 27014-4 | Concepts |
| 29134-1 | Scope |
| 29134-3 | Terms and definitions |
| 29134-4 | General overview |
Clause 5: Guiding Principles
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| 27014-5.1 | Accountability |
| 27014-5.2 | Transparency |
| 27014-5.3 | Effectiveness |
| 27014-5.4 | Efficiency |
| 27014-5.5 | Alignment |
| 27014-5.6 | Continuous improvement |
Clause 6: Governance Relationships
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| 27014-6.1 | Relationship between governance and management |
| 27014-6.2 | Governing body responsibilities |
| 27014-6.3 | Management responsibilities |
Clause 7.3: Governance Processes
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| 27014-7.3.1 | Evaluate |
| 27014-7.3.2 | Direct |
| 27014-7.3.3 | Monitor |
| 27014-7.3.4 | Communicate |
| 27014-7.3.5 | Assure |
Clause 7: Governance Objectives and Processes
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| 27014-7.2.1 | Objective 1: Establish comprehensive information security |
| 27014-7.2.2 | Objective 2: Risk-based decision making |
| 27014-7.2.3 | Objective 3: Set direction of acquisition |
| 27014-7.2.4 | Objective 4: Ensure conformance |
| 27014-7.2.5 | Objective 5: Foster security-positive culture |
| 27014-7.2.6 | Objective 6: Performance relative to business outcomes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is ISO/IEC 27014:2020?
ISO/IEC 27014:2020 is a compliance framework from International with 5 domains and 26 controls. Information security, cybersecurity and privacy protection - Governance of information security. Provides guidance on concepts, objectives, and processes for the governance of information security. Intended for governing bodies and top management of organizations. Applicable to all types and sizes of organizations. It is used by organisations to establish and maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
How many controls does ISO/IEC 27014:2020 have?
ISO/IEC 27014:2020 has 26 controls organised across 5 domains. The largest domains are Clause 1-4: Introduction and Context (6 controls), Clause 5: Guiding Principles (6 controls), Clause 7: Governance Objectives and Processes (6 controls). Each control defines specific requirements that organisations must implement to achieve compliance.
What frameworks does ISO/IEC 27014:2020 map to?
ISO/IEC 27014:2020 maps to 605 other compliance frameworks. The top mapping partners are SQF Code Edition 9 — Safe Quality Food (19% coverage), AS9100D:2016 — Quality Management Systems for Aviation, Space, and Defence (19% coverage), IMO Maritime Cybersecurity Guidelines (MSC-FAL.1/Circ.3/Rev.2) (19% coverage). Use our comparison tool to explore control-level mappings between frameworks.
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