ISO/IEC 27042:2015
How to analyse and interpret digital evidence so the findings survive scrutiny: continuity records and contemporaneous notes, repeatable and validated methods, a structured path from evidence source to examination to analysis, static and live analysis done without altering the source, facts kept apart from inferences, alternative explanations with their likelihoods, a report planned before the work starts with a minimum content list, and investigators whose competence and proficiency are demonstrated and kept current. 19 guidance leaves read against the complete identical BS EN adoption.
ISO/IEC 27042:2015 is a compliance framework from International (ISO/IEC JTC 1/SC 27) with 7 domains and 19 controls that map to 2 other frameworks. The largest domains are Clause 5: Investigation – ISO/IEC 27042:2015 (4 controls), Clause 10: Competence – ISO/IEC 27042:2015 (3 controls), Clause 6: Analysis – ISO/IEC 27042:2015 (3 controls). Every control below carries what it requires and what an assessor expects to see.
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Framework Domains (7)
Clause 10: Competence – ISO/IEC 27042:2015
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| iso-iec-27042-2015::10.1 | 10.1 Overview |
| iso-iec-27042-2015::10.2 | 10.2 Demonstration of competence |
| iso-iec-27042-2015::10.3 | 10.3 Recording competence |
Clause 11: Proficiency – ISO/IEC 27042:2015
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| iso-iec-27042-2015::11.2 | 11.2 Mechanisms for demonstration of proficiency |
Clause 5: Investigation – ISO/IEC 27042:2015
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| iso-iec-27042-2015::5.2 | 5.2 Continuity |
| iso-iec-27042-2015::5.3 | 5.3 Repeatability and reproducibility |
| iso-iec-27042-2015::5.4 | 5.4 Structured approach |
| iso-iec-27042-2015::5.5 | 5.5 Uncertainty |
Clause 6: Analysis – ISO/IEC 27042:2015
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| iso-iec-27042-2015::6.2 | 6.2 General principles |
| iso-iec-27042-2015::6.3 | 6.3 Use of tools |
| iso-iec-27042-2015::6.4 | 6.4 Record keeping |
Clause 7: Analytical models – ISO/IEC 27042:2015
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| iso-iec-27042-2015::7.1 | 7.1 Static analysis |
| iso-iec-27042-2015::7.2.2 | 7.2.2 Live analysis of non-imageable and non-copyable systems |
| iso-iec-27042-2015::7.2.3 | 7.2.3 Live analysis of imageable or copyable systems |
Clause 8: Interpretation – ISO/IEC 27042:2015
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| iso-iec-27042-2015::8.1 | 8.1 General |
| iso-iec-27042-2015::8.2 | 8.2 Accreditation of fact |
| iso-iec-27042-2015::8.3 | 8.3 Factors affecting interpretation |
Clause 9: Reporting – ISO/IEC 27042:2015
| Code | Title |
|---|---|
| iso-iec-27042-2015::9.1 | 9.1 Preparation |
| iso-iec-27042-2015::9.2 | 9.2 Suggested report content |
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The Compliance Position Diagnostic, $5,000 fixed, ten business daysWhat is ISO/IEC 27042:2015 and who does it apply to?
ISO/IEC 27042:2015 is a compliance framework from International (ISO/IEC JTC 1/SC 27) with 7 domains and 19 controls. How to analyse and interpret digital evidence so the findings survive scrutiny: continuity records and contemporaneous notes, repeatable and validated methods, a structured path from evidence source to examination to analysis, static and live analysis done without altering the source, facts kept apart from inferences, alternative explanations with their likelihoods, a report planned before the work starts with a minimum content list, and investigators whose competence and proficiency are demonstrated and kept current. 19 guidance leaves read against the complete identical BS EN adoption. It is used by organisations to establish and maintain compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
What does ISO/IEC 27042:2015 actually require?
ISO/IEC 27042:2015 has 19 controls organised across 7 domains. The largest domains are Clause 5: Investigation – ISO/IEC 27042:2015 (4 controls), Clause 10: Competence – ISO/IEC 27042:2015 (3 controls), Clause 6: Analysis – ISO/IEC 27042:2015 (3 controls). Each control defines specific requirements that organisations must implement to achieve compliance.
If I already comply with another framework, how much of ISO/IEC 27042:2015 do I already cover?
ISO/IEC 27042:2015 maps to 2 other compliance frameworks. The top mapping partners are ISO/IEC 27043:2015 (84% coverage), ISO 27002:2022 (32% coverage). Use our comparison tool to explore control-level mappings between frameworks.
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