ISO/IEC 27000 2026 Standard

ISO/IEC 27000:2026 provides an introduction to the concepts, principles and terminology that underpin information security management systems (ISMS), including those established in accordance with ISO/IEC 27001.

The standard explains the fundamental principles used throughout the ISO/IEC 27000 family of information security standards, helping organisations develop a consistent understanding of information security management and how the different standards within the series relate to one another.

It is an essential reference for anyone involved in implementing, maintaining, auditing or improving an ISMS. By establishing a common language and conceptual foundation, ISO/IEC 27000 helps organisations communicate more effectively, interpret requirements consistently and support the successful application of ISO/IEC 27001 and related standards.

Who should use ISO/IEC 27000?

The standard is suitable for:

• Information security and cyber security professionals
• ISMS managers and implementation teams
• Risk, compliance and governance professionals
• Internal and external auditors
• Consultants and trainers
• Organisations implementing or maintaining ISO/IEC 27001
• Anyone who needs to understand the terminology and principles used across the ISO/IEC 27000 family

Benefits of ISO/IEC 27000

ISO/IEC 27000 helps organisations:

• Understand the core principles of information security management
• Establish consistent terminology across teams and stakeholders
• Interpret ISO/IEC 27001 and related standards more effectively
• Improve communication between management, security, risk and audit functions
• Build a stronger foundation for implementing and maintaining an effective ISMS

ISO/IEC 27000:2026 is the sixth edition of the international standard and was published in July 2026.