Logging
Logs that record activities, exceptions, faults and other relevant events should be produced, stored, protected and analyzed.
Purpose
To record events and generate evidence for investigation and monitoring.
Implementation Guidance
Enable logging on all critical systems
Centralize log collection and storage
Protect logs from tampering and unauthorized access
Define log retention periods
Review logs regularly for security events
Recommended Tools
AWS CloudTrail
AWS API activity logging service. Essential for compliance and security monitoring.
GCP Cloud Logging
Centralized logging for Google Cloud Platform. Integrates with all GCP services.
Wazuh
Open-source SIEM and XDR platform. Best free option for comprehensive security monitoring.
Datadog
Comprehensive monitoring and security platform. Great for teams that need unified observability.
ISO 27001 Services from the Directory
These providers can help you implement A.8.15 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
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Atoro
Atoro offers specialized ISO 27001 certification services for SaaS companies, simplifying compliance with expert tools.

AuditBoard
Enterprise connected risk platform trusted by over 50% of the Fortune 500 for audit, risk, and compliance management.

Bitsecura
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