ISO 27017 is based on the ISO 27002 information security management system standard, and specifically focuses on the security and privacy protection requirements of cloud services. It provides a guide and framework to help organizations better manage and protect their information assets when using cloud services.
The background of ISO 27017 certification is to address information security issues in cloud computing environments. It provides a series of controls and best practices for managing security risks and assigning responsibilities between cloud service providers and cloud service users.
Provide Trusted Cloud Services: ISO 27017 certification proves that cloud service providers have adopted a series of security measures and best practices to protect users' data and privacy. This increases users' trust in cloud services and provides users with more reliable data storage and processing options.
Strengthen data privacy protection: ISO 27017 certification emphasizes the privacy protection and compliance requirements of cloud service providers for user data. By adopting appropriate encryption, access control, and data security measures, the confidentiality and integrity of user data are ensured.
Reduce security risks: ISO 27017 certification requires cloud service providers to implement effective security control measures, including risk assessment, incident response, and continuous improvement. This helps reduce the risk of security incidents and data breaches, and protects users' business interests and reputation.
Adapting to compliance requirements: ISO 27017 certification helps users and cloud service providers meet industry-specific compliance requirements and regulatory restrictions, such as GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation). This provides a consistent information security framework for cross-border business.
Increased market competitiveness: Cloud service providers certified by ISO 27017 have higher market competitiveness. Certification proves their commitment to information security and attracts more users to choose their secure and trusted cloud services.
The cost of certification depends on the size of your organisation,
your sector and the number of locations you operate from.