Standards Comparison

    ISO 27032

    Voluntary
    2012

    Guidelines for Internet cybersecurity and stakeholder collaboration

    VS

    TISAX

    Mandatory
    2017

    Industry standard for automotive information security assessments

    Quick Verdict

    ISO 27032 offers voluntary guidelines for Internet security across industries, emphasizing collaboration. TISAX mandates automotive-specific assessments for supply chain trust. Companies adopt ISO 27032 for broad cyber resilience; TISAX for OEM contracts and prototype protection.

    Cybersecurity

    ISO 27032

    ISO/IEC 27032:2023 Cybersecurity Guidelines for Internet Security

    Cost
    €€€
    Complexity
    High
    Implementation Time
    6-12 months

    Key Features

    • Multi-stakeholder collaboration in cyberspace ecosystems
    • Guidelines for Internet security threats and risks
    • Annex A maps to ISO/IEC 27002 controls
    • Emphasizes detection, response, and information sharing
    • Complements ISO 27001 with ecosystem focus
    Cybersecurity

    TISAX

    Trusted Information Security Assessment Exchange (TISAX)

    Cost
    €€€€
    Complexity
    High
    Implementation Time
    12-18 months

    Key Features

    • Secure exchange of results via ENX portal
    • Risk-based levels: Basic to Very High audits
    • Prototype protection for parts and vehicles
    • 70+ VDA ISA controls tailored to automotive
    • Reduces duplicate audits across supply chain

    Detailed Analysis

    A comprehensive look at the specific requirements, scope, and impact of each standard.

    ISO 27032 Details

    What It Is

    ISO/IEC 27032:2023, titled Cybersecurity – Guidelines for Internet Security, is an international guidance standard (non-certifiable) focused on enhancing Internet security within cyberspace. It connects information security, network security, Internet security, and CIIP, using a risk-based, collaborative approach emphasizing multi-stakeholder ecosystems.

    Key Components

    • Core pillars: risk assessment, stakeholder roles, incident management, controls across preventive, detective, corrective domains.
    • Aligns with ISO/IEC 27002 via Annex A mapping threats to 93 controls.
    • Built on PDCA cycle and collaboration principles; no fixed control count.
    • Advisory model integrates into ISO 27001 ISMS.

    Why Organizations Use It

    • Reduces legal/regulatory risks (e.g., NIS2, GDPR alignment), operational disruptions, reputational damage.
    • Builds resilience, efficiency, stakeholder trust; enables market access, insurance benefits.
    • Manages ecosystem threats like supply-chain attacks, DDoS.

    Implementation Overview

    • Phased: scoping, gap analysis, risk treatment, controls deployment, monitoring.
    • Applies to all sizes, especially online/networked ops (enterprises, CII operators).
    • No certification; uses audits, exercises for continuous improvement.

    TISAX Details

    What It Is

    TISAX (Trusted Information Security Assessment Exchange) is an industry framework by the ENX Association and VDA for automotive supply chain security. It standardizes assessments to protect sensitive data like prototypes and IP. Risk-based with three levels: Basic, Significant, Very High.

    Key Components

    • VDA ISA catalog: 70+ controls in policy, access, operations, supplier risks.
    • Built on ISO 27001 plus automotive extensions (e.g., prototype protection).
    • Labels valid 3 years, shared via ENX portal.
    • Maturity scoring (0-3+ per control).

    Why Organizations Use It

    • Contractual mandates from OEMs (BMW, VW).
    • Mitigates risks, avoids fines/disruptions.
    • Enables market access, reduces duplicate audits (70-90% savings).
    • Builds trust, drives revenue in €2.5T chain.

    Implementation Overview

    • Phased: gap analysis, remediation, audits (6-18 months).
    • Self-assess, tabletop exercises, accredited audits.
    • For suppliers/OEMs/services; scalable SMEs to globals.

    (178 words)

    Key Differences

    Scope

    ISO 27032
    Internet security guidelines in cyberspace ecosystem
    TISAX
    Automotive supply chain info security assessments

    Industry

    ISO 27032
    All industries with online presence, global
    TISAX
    Automotive sector, primarily European supply chain

    Nature

    ISO 27032
    Non-certifiable guidance standard, voluntary
    TISAX
    Assessable exchange framework, contractually required

    Testing

    ISO 27032
    Self gap analysis, no formal certification
    TISAX
    AL1-3 audits by accredited providers, 3-year labels

    Penalties

    ISO 27032
    No direct penalties, business risk exposure
    TISAX
    Contract loss, no formal fines but OEM exclusion

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Common questions about ISO 27032 and TISAX

    ISO 27032 FAQ

    TISAX FAQ

    You Might also be Interested in These Articles...

    Run Maturity Assessments with GRADUM

    Transform your compliance journey with our AI-powered assessment platform

    Assess your organization's maturity across multiple standards and regulations including ISO 27001, DORA, NIS2, NIST, GDPR, and hundreds more. Get actionable insights and track your progress with collaborative, AI-powered evaluations.

    100+ Standards & Regulations
    AI-Powered Insights
    Collaborative Assessments
    Actionable Recommendations

    Check out these other Gradum.io Standards Comparison Pages