InskoB Freetelecom Earns ISMS Certification, Demonstrates Customer Information Protection Capabilities

Freetelecom, a budget mobile phone subsidiary of InskoB, announced on August 27 that it has obtained Information Security Management System (ISMS) certification from the Korea Internet & Security Agency (KISA), which operates under the Ministry of Science and ICT.

The ISMS is a certification system that evaluates whether companies or organizations are well-prepared against information security threats such as hacking, insider data leaks, and system failures.

Freetelecom met a total of 277 detailed assessment criteria, including 237 existing ISMS certification items and an additional 40 items specifically tailored for budget mobile phone operators. As a result, Freetelecom was recognized for its systematic management capabilities, including the implementation of security policies, risk analysis, internal audit procedures, and the appointment of a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO). The certification is valid for three years, from August 6 of this month until August 5, 2028.

Notably, Freetelecom proactively obtained the certification ahead of the government's mandatory ISMS certification requirement for budget mobile phone operators, which will take effect next year. Based on this certification, Freetelecom plans to further enhance the stability of its activation procedures and strengthen its customer information protection system, while also advancing a sustainable information security framework through regular security inspections and expanded employee training.

With this certification, Freetelecom also plans to accelerate the expansion of its domestic and international MVNO business and the introduction of next-generation services such as eSIM and cloud security solutions.

A Freetelecom representative stated, "By proactively obtaining ISMS certification, Freetelecom is striving to set an industry standard in security and personal information protection," adding, "We will continue to establish ourselves as a trusted budget mobile phone brand through thorough security management and customer information protection."

Meanwhile, starting this month, Freetelecom became the first budget mobile phone operator to launch wireless communication services in Canada with 'Freety Canada.' Partnering with Telus, one of Canada's top three telecom companies, Freety Canada targets working holiday participants and international students. The differentiated dual-rate plan, which provides both Korean and Canadian phone numbers, has been well received by local Korean communities and students. Freetelecom plans to further enhance its competitiveness as a global budget mobile phone brand through customer-friendly services.

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