ISO 27001:2015 vs ISO
27001:2022
Understanding the Key Differences and What They Mean for Your ISMS. This
presentation will guide you through the critical updates, helping your
organization navigate the transition seamlessly.
Why the Update?
The digital landscape evolves rapidly, and with it, the threats to information security. The ISO 27001:2022 update, published in October
2022, is a proactive response to these evolving cybersecurity and privacy challenges.
1
Modern Risk Alignment
It aligns ISO 27001 with modern digital business risks and updated ISO management standards.
2
Enhanced Relevance
Ensures the standard remains relevant and effective in today's complex threat environment.
3
Transition Urgency
Organizations must prepare to update their certification as the transition deadline is approaching.
Structural Changes: Clauses 4 to 10
While the total number of clauses in the main body remains at 11, the 2022 revision introduces minor but important textual updates.
These changes enhance clarity and ensure better alignment with the high-level structure of the ISO Annex SL framework, promoting
easier integration with other management system standards.
Clause 4.2: Interested Party
Requirements
New requirement to analyze which
interested party requirements the
ISMS will specifically address.
Clause 4.4: ISMS Processes and
Interactions
Expanded focus on identifying and
managing all ISMS processes and
their critical interactions.
Clause 6.3: Planning for Changes
Explicitly introduced planning for
changes to the ISMS, ensuring
controlled modifications.
Clause 8.1: Operational Process Control
Requirement to establish specific criteria and control for
operational processes.
Clause 9.3: Management Review
Management review must now explicitly consider changes in
interested parties’ needs.
Annex A Controls: Major Overhaul
The most significant changes are found in Annex A, where the controls have been substantially revised to address modern cybersecurity challenges. The total number of controls has been reduced from
114 in 2015 to 93 in 2022.
The controls are now organized into four broad categories:
Organizational Controls (37 controls): Focus on how an organization structures its security.
People Controls (8 controls): Address human aspects of information security.
Physical Controls (14 controls): Cover the security of physical assets and locations.
Technological Controls (34 controls): Deal with technological measures for protection.
The 11 New Annex A Controls
The 2022 revision introduces 11 entirely new controls in Annex A, directly addressing emerging threats and technological
advancements. These additions are crucial for comprehensive information security in the current digital landscape.
• Threat intelligence
• Information security for cloud services
• ICT readiness for business continuity
• Physical security monitoring
• Configuration management
• Information deletion
• Data masking
• Data leakage prevention
• Monitoring activities
• Web filtering
• Secure coding
What Happened to the Removed Controls?
It's important to note that no controls were outright deleted from ISO 27001. Instead, the 2022 update focused on streamlining and
consolidating existing controls to improve efficiency and relevance.
Merged Controls
57 controls were merged into 24
streamlined controls, reducing
redundancy and simplifying
implementation.
Renamed Controls
23 controls were renamed for greater
clarity and better alignment with current
security terminology.
Split Controls
1 control was split into two distinct
controls, allowing for more precise
management of specific aspects.
This thoughtful reorganization results in a more focused, relevant, and manageable control set that aligns seamlessly with ISO
27002:2022, the guidance standard for implementing these controls.
Terminology and Editorial Updates
Beyond the structural and control changes, the 2022 revision includes several key terminology and editorial updates to improve clarity, consistency, and
usability across the standard.
1
Document vs. International Standard
The term "International Standard" has been replaced by "document" throughout, ensuring better clarity and easier translation across different
languages and contexts.
2
Simplified Communication Requirements
Clause 7.4, which addresses communication, has been simplified to streamline requirements and reduce unnecessary complexities.
3
Reordered Improvement Clause
The Improvement clause now places "Continual Improvement" before "Nonconformity and Corrective Action," emphasizing a proactive approach
to enhancing the ISMS.
4
Security Objectives Emphasis
Increased emphasis on documenting and regularly monitoring security objectives to ensure their effectiveness and relevance.
Impact on Your ISMS and Certification
The transition to ISO 27001:2022 has significant implications for organizations with existing certifications and those planning to implement an ISMS.
Documentation Updates: Organizations must update their ISMS documentation, including policies,
procedures, and risk assessments, to align with the new 2022 version's requirements and controls.
Training and Support: Transition training and updated auditor courses are available to support
organizations in achieving and maintaining compliance with the new standard.
Enhanced Security Posture: This update offers a valuable opportunity to strengthen your
organization's overall security posture through the adoption of new controls and clearer, more
efficient processes.
Practical Steps to Transition
To ensure a smooth transition to the ISO 27001:2022 standard, organizations should
follow a structured approach.
01
Conduct Gap Analysis
Compare your current ISMS against the
ISO 27001:2022 requirements to identify
areas needing adjustment.
02
Update Risk Assessment
Revise your risk assessment and treatment
plans, ensuring the new Annex A controls
are incorporated.
03
Revise ISMS Processes
Adjust your ISMS processes to include
planning for changes and clear definitions
of process interactions.
04
Train Staff
Provide comprehensive training on new
controls and updated roles and
responsibilities to all relevant personnel.
05
Schedule Audits & Reviews
Plan internal audits and management reviews that reflect the new clause requirements
and control sets.
Embrace the 2022 Update for Stronger
Security
The ISO 27001:2022 update is not merely a compliance exercise, but a strategic opportunity to enhance your organization's resilience against
modern cyber threats.
Modernization
It modernizes and streamlines information security management,
making it more effective for today’s digital world.
Threat Focus
The updated standard focuses on emerging threats and the realities of
digital transformation.
Integrated Compliance
It aligns seamlessly with other ISO management standards, facilitating
integrated compliance efforts.
Enhanced Resilience
Transitioning now maintains your certification and significantly
enhances your organization's overall resilience.
Your ISMS is not just a regulatory checkbox; it is a critical strategic asset that builds trust and secures your future.

Difference between ISO-27001 2015 and ISO-270012022

  • 1.
    ISO 27001:2015 vsISO 27001:2022 Understanding the Key Differences and What They Mean for Your ISMS. This presentation will guide you through the critical updates, helping your organization navigate the transition seamlessly.
  • 2.
    Why the Update? Thedigital landscape evolves rapidly, and with it, the threats to information security. The ISO 27001:2022 update, published in October 2022, is a proactive response to these evolving cybersecurity and privacy challenges. 1 Modern Risk Alignment It aligns ISO 27001 with modern digital business risks and updated ISO management standards. 2 Enhanced Relevance Ensures the standard remains relevant and effective in today's complex threat environment. 3 Transition Urgency Organizations must prepare to update their certification as the transition deadline is approaching.
  • 3.
    Structural Changes: Clauses4 to 10 While the total number of clauses in the main body remains at 11, the 2022 revision introduces minor but important textual updates. These changes enhance clarity and ensure better alignment with the high-level structure of the ISO Annex SL framework, promoting easier integration with other management system standards. Clause 4.2: Interested Party Requirements New requirement to analyze which interested party requirements the ISMS will specifically address. Clause 4.4: ISMS Processes and Interactions Expanded focus on identifying and managing all ISMS processes and their critical interactions. Clause 6.3: Planning for Changes Explicitly introduced planning for changes to the ISMS, ensuring controlled modifications. Clause 8.1: Operational Process Control Requirement to establish specific criteria and control for operational processes. Clause 9.3: Management Review Management review must now explicitly consider changes in interested parties’ needs.
  • 4.
    Annex A Controls:Major Overhaul The most significant changes are found in Annex A, where the controls have been substantially revised to address modern cybersecurity challenges. The total number of controls has been reduced from 114 in 2015 to 93 in 2022. The controls are now organized into four broad categories: Organizational Controls (37 controls): Focus on how an organization structures its security. People Controls (8 controls): Address human aspects of information security. Physical Controls (14 controls): Cover the security of physical assets and locations. Technological Controls (34 controls): Deal with technological measures for protection.
  • 5.
    The 11 NewAnnex A Controls The 2022 revision introduces 11 entirely new controls in Annex A, directly addressing emerging threats and technological advancements. These additions are crucial for comprehensive information security in the current digital landscape. • Threat intelligence • Information security for cloud services • ICT readiness for business continuity • Physical security monitoring • Configuration management • Information deletion • Data masking • Data leakage prevention • Monitoring activities • Web filtering • Secure coding
  • 6.
    What Happened tothe Removed Controls? It's important to note that no controls were outright deleted from ISO 27001. Instead, the 2022 update focused on streamlining and consolidating existing controls to improve efficiency and relevance. Merged Controls 57 controls were merged into 24 streamlined controls, reducing redundancy and simplifying implementation. Renamed Controls 23 controls were renamed for greater clarity and better alignment with current security terminology. Split Controls 1 control was split into two distinct controls, allowing for more precise management of specific aspects. This thoughtful reorganization results in a more focused, relevant, and manageable control set that aligns seamlessly with ISO 27002:2022, the guidance standard for implementing these controls.
  • 7.
    Terminology and EditorialUpdates Beyond the structural and control changes, the 2022 revision includes several key terminology and editorial updates to improve clarity, consistency, and usability across the standard. 1 Document vs. International Standard The term "International Standard" has been replaced by "document" throughout, ensuring better clarity and easier translation across different languages and contexts. 2 Simplified Communication Requirements Clause 7.4, which addresses communication, has been simplified to streamline requirements and reduce unnecessary complexities. 3 Reordered Improvement Clause The Improvement clause now places "Continual Improvement" before "Nonconformity and Corrective Action," emphasizing a proactive approach to enhancing the ISMS. 4 Security Objectives Emphasis Increased emphasis on documenting and regularly monitoring security objectives to ensure their effectiveness and relevance.
  • 8.
    Impact on YourISMS and Certification The transition to ISO 27001:2022 has significant implications for organizations with existing certifications and those planning to implement an ISMS. Documentation Updates: Organizations must update their ISMS documentation, including policies, procedures, and risk assessments, to align with the new 2022 version's requirements and controls. Training and Support: Transition training and updated auditor courses are available to support organizations in achieving and maintaining compliance with the new standard. Enhanced Security Posture: This update offers a valuable opportunity to strengthen your organization's overall security posture through the adoption of new controls and clearer, more efficient processes.
  • 9.
    Practical Steps toTransition To ensure a smooth transition to the ISO 27001:2022 standard, organizations should follow a structured approach. 01 Conduct Gap Analysis Compare your current ISMS against the ISO 27001:2022 requirements to identify areas needing adjustment. 02 Update Risk Assessment Revise your risk assessment and treatment plans, ensuring the new Annex A controls are incorporated. 03 Revise ISMS Processes Adjust your ISMS processes to include planning for changes and clear definitions of process interactions. 04 Train Staff Provide comprehensive training on new controls and updated roles and responsibilities to all relevant personnel. 05 Schedule Audits & Reviews Plan internal audits and management reviews that reflect the new clause requirements and control sets.
  • 10.
    Embrace the 2022Update for Stronger Security The ISO 27001:2022 update is not merely a compliance exercise, but a strategic opportunity to enhance your organization's resilience against modern cyber threats. Modernization It modernizes and streamlines information security management, making it more effective for today’s digital world. Threat Focus The updated standard focuses on emerging threats and the realities of digital transformation. Integrated Compliance It aligns seamlessly with other ISO management standards, facilitating integrated compliance efforts. Enhanced Resilience Transitioning now maintains your certification and significantly enhances your organization's overall resilience. Your ISMS is not just a regulatory checkbox; it is a critical strategic asset that builds trust and secures your future.