Minimum Information Security Controls for Third Parties

This document is a guide outlining the Minimum Information Security Controls for Third Parties, version 4.0, effective April 2024. It specifies the requirements that third parties must adhere to in order to maintain information security and compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The guide details various aspects of information security governance, including the establishment of an information security program, business continuity planning, media handling procedures, and data exchange protocols. It emphasizes the importance of access control, cryptographic measures, and the secure processing of data, particularly in relation to artificial intelligence systems. Additionally, the document addresses the need for security training and awareness among third-party workers, as well as physical and environmental security measures. It also covers the protection of organizational records, technical vulnerability management, incident management, monitoring, and change management processes. Each section outlines specific responsibilities and actions that third parties must implement to ensure compliance and protect sensitive data.