ISO 27018 vs ISO 27001/27017

Cloud Privacy Controls

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Core Foundation

ISO 27001 sets the baseline for information security management systems (ISMS).

Core Foundation

ISO 27001 sets the baseline for information security management systems (ISMS).

Cloud Controls

ISO 27017 introduces additional cloud-specific security controls within the ISO 27001 framework.

Privacy Focus

ISO 27018 strengthens protection of personal data in public cloud environments and service operations.

Complementary Standards

All three standards work together for comprehensive cloud security and privacy.

Risk Alignment

They collectively address technical, legal, and operational risks in cloud use.

Compliance Support

Used together, they help meet global security and privacy compliance needs.

Mapping Controls Between ISO 27018 and ISO 27001/27017

ISO 27018 maps to ISO 27001 and 27017 by extending privacy-specific controls.

Control Extension

ISO 27018 adds privacy safeguards to ISO 27001's general security controls.

Cloud Privacy

Extends ISO 27017's cloud controls with personal data protection measures.

Data Handling

Specifies how cloud providers manage, store, and process personal data securely.

User Consent

Introduces requirements for obtaining and managing data subject consent properly.

Key Additions of ISO 27018 Over ISO 27001/27017

ISO 27018 introduces privacy-specific controls not covered in ISO 27001 or 27017.

PII Processing
User Consent
Data Subject Rights
Data Anonymization
Third-Party Disclosure

Transparency Obligations
Purpose Limitation
Return or Deletion
International Transfers
Marketing Restrictions

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