ISO 27001 Annex A 5.6 is a rule about a company staying in touch with outside groups that care about information security. This helps the company get new knowledge and stay up to date.
What It Means
This rule asks a company to connect with special interest groups, like security forums or professional clubs. The goal is to make sure the company is always learning and sharing information about keeping data safe. Being part of these groups helps a company:
- Learn about new threats: It’s like having an early warning system.
- Get expert advice: Companies can talk to experts about problems.
- Share information: They can trade ideas and help each other.
- Stay current: This helps them keep their security plans modern.
How to Do It
To follow this rule, a company should:
- Find the right groups. Look for groups that are a good fit for the company’s work.
- Join and be active. It’s not enough to just join; you must take part in the group.
- Keep records. You should write down which groups you are in, who the contact people are, and what information you share or get.
- Check on it often. Make sure the groups are still helpful to your company over time.
Frequently Asked Questions
An auditor will check if you are part of a group. They will also ask questions about what you get from the group and how you use the information to make your company safer.
The main idea of this rule has not changed. The new version simply says that the purpose of the rule is to ensure a good flow of information about security.
The person in charge of information security, like a Chief Information Security Officer, is typically in charge of this.
This video can help you understand what this part of ISO 27001 is about. ISO 27001 Annex A 5.6 Contact With Special Interest Groups Explained