We are excited to announce that Microsoft Defender Threat Intelligence (MDTI) has achieved ISO 27001, ISO 27017 and ISO 27018 certifications. The ISO, the International Organization for Standardization, develops market relevant international standards that support innovation and provide solutions to global challenges, including information security requirements around establishing, implementing, and improving an Information Security Management System (ISM).

These certificates emphasize the MDTI team’s continuous commitment to protecting customer information and following the strictest standards of security and privacy standards.

Certificate meaning and importance

ISO 27001: This certification demonstrates compliance of MDTI’s ISMS with best practices of industry, thereby providing a structured approach towards risk management pertaining to information security.

ISO 27017: This certificate is a worldwide standard that provides guidance on securing information in the cloud. It demonstrates that we have put in place strong controls and countermeasures to ensure our customers’ data is safe when stored in the cloud.

ISO 27018: This certificate sets out common objectives, controls and guidelines for protecting personally identifiable information (PII) processed in public clouds consistent with the privacy principles outlined in ISO 29100. This is confirmed by our ISO 27018 certification, which shows that we are committed to respecting our customers’ privacy rights and protecting their personal data through cloud computing.

What are the advantages of these certifications for our customers?

Enhanced Safety and Privacy Assurance: Our customers can be confident that the most sophisticated and exhaustive security and privacy standards offered in the market are in place to protect their data. We have ensured we exceed these certifications; therefore, their information is secure from emerging threats.
Reduced Risk and Liability Exposure: Through our certified ISMs and Privacy Information Management System (PIMS), consumers can significantly reduce liability for potential data breaches, legal actions, regulatory fines, or reputational risks. They use our efficient structures to boost resistance against cybercrime to reduce the risk of lawsuits.
Streamlined Compliance and Competitive Edge: The clients’ industry or market-specific rigorous regulatory and contractual requirements are usually facilitated by our certification programs. Global accreditation of international standards signifies that organizations are serious when it comes to data security. Their job reputation improves plus they get options for teaming up with other businesses that value safeguarding privacy.

What are the steps to begin with MDTI?

If you are interested in learning more about MDTI and how it can help you unmask and neutralize modern adversaries and cyberthreats such as ransomware, and to explore the features and benefits of MDTI please visit the MDT product web page.

Also, be sure to contact our sales team to request a demo or a quote.

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