Purpose
To ensure accuracy of logs and support forensic investigation and audit.
Implementation Guidance
Configure all systems to use NTP
Synchronize to authoritative time sources
Monitor time synchronization status
Document time source configuration
Ensure time stamps are included in logs
Recommended Tools
AWS CloudTrail
AWS API activity logging service. Essential for compliance and security monitoring.
Wazuh
Open-source SIEM and XDR platform. Best free option for comprehensive security monitoring.
Notion
All-in-one workspace for documentation, policies, and knowledge management. Perfect for startups to manage all ISO 27001 documentation.
ISO 27001 Services from the Directory
These providers can help you implement A.8.17 and achieve ISO 27001 certification.
Advisera
Provider of ISO 27001 documentation, training, and consultancy services to help businesses achieve compliance.
Anecdotes
Enterprise agentic GRC platform with 230+ integrations and 40+ pre-mapped frameworks for Fortune 500 compliance programs.
Arrow Cyber Advisors
Arrow Cyber Advisors enables organizations to build measurable cybersecurity maturity and resilience. We specialize in governance, risk and compliance advisory, providing clear security direction, maturity benchmarking, and execution support tailored to regulated and high-risk environments.
Atoro
Atoro offers specialized ISO 27001 certification services for SaaS companies, simplifying compliance with expert tools.
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