Information security, cybersecurity and privacy protection - Guidance on managing information security risks

Designation Number:
CSA ISO/IEC 27005
Standard Type:
National Standard of Canada - Adoption of International Standard
Standard Development Activity:
New Edition
ICS code(s):
35.040
Status:
Proceeding to development
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Scope:

This document provides guidance to assist organizations to:

— fulfil the requirements of ISO/IEC 27001 concerning actions to address information security risks;
— perform information security risk management activities, specifically information security risk assessment and treatment.

This document is applicable to all organizations, regardless of type, size or sector.

Project need:

To align Canadian requirements with those of international standards in the Information Technology subject area and to maintain alignment with international requirements. This proposed New Edition is being developed at the request of P123 Technical Committee on Information Technology (TCIT). It will provide the industry with the latest requirements in the field of ICT, including AI and smart cities.

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