Understanding Security Audit
Definition
Independent examination of security controls, policies, and practices verifying compliance with standards like SOC 2, ISO 27001, or industry regulations. Security audits include penetration testing, vulnerability assessments, and policy reviews with formal attestation reports."
Why This Matters
Independent security audits verify vendor security claims through penetration testing and vulnerability assessment. Regular audits ensure ongoing security as threats evolve.
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Penetration Testing
Security & Compliance
Simulated cyber attacks testing security defenses by attempting to exploit vulnerabilities in applications, networks, or systems.
Vulnerability Assessment
Security & Compliance
Systematic review identifying security weaknesses in systems through automated scanning and manual testing.
Security Compliance
Security & Compliance
Adherence to security standards, certifications, and regulatory requirements to protect data and systems.
Compliance Certifications
Security & Compliance
Official attestations proving adherence to security and regulatory standards including SOC 2, ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI DSS, FedRAMP, or industry-specific certifications.
SOC 2
Security & Compliance
Service Organization Control 2 - an auditing standard for security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy of customer data in cloud services.
ISO 27001
Security & Compliance
International standard for information security management systems specifying requirements for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and improving security controls.
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