Security Policies

1. Access Control:

• Define user roles and permissions based on job responsibilities.

• Implement strong authentication mechanisms such as multi-factor authentication (MFA) for administrative access.

• Regularly review and update user access privileges to ensure least privilege principle is followed.

• Limit direct access to sensitive directories and files through proper server configurations.

2. Data Protection:

• Encrypt sensitive data in transit using SSL/TLS.

• Use encryption for storing sensitive data in databases.

• Implement proper data retention and deletion policies.

• Regularly monitor and audit data access to detect unauthorized activities.

3. Vulnerability Management:

• Regularly scan the website for vulnerabilities using reputable security tools.

• Promptly patch and update software, including the web server, CMS, plugins, and other components.

• Have a process in place to respond to and mitigate newly discovered vulnerabilities.

4. Secure Development:

• Follow secure coding practices and conduct regular code reviews.

• Use parameterized queries to prevent SQL injection attacks.

• Validate and sanitize user inputs to prevent cross-site scripting (XSS) attacks.

• Avoid hardcoded credentials and sensitive information in the codebase.

5. Security Monitoring:

• Set up intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDPS) to monitor for malicious activities.

• Monitor system logs, server logs, and network traffic for signs of unauthorized access or anomalies.

• Implement real-time alerts to notify administrators of potential security incidents.

6. Incident Response:

• Develop an incident response plan outlining steps to take in case of a security breach.

• Identify and designate a response team with clear roles and responsibilities.

• Regularly conduct drills and simulations to test the effectiveness of the incident response plan.

7. Physical Security:

• Ensure physical servers are stored in secure locations with restricted access.

• Implement proper environmental controls to prevent unauthorized access and tampering.

8. User Education:

• Provide training to employees on security best practices, including phishing awareness and password hygiene.

• Educate users about the risks of sharing sensitive information and credentials.

9. Third-Party Integrations:

• Review and assess security practices of third-party services and integrations used on the website.

• Regularly monitor and update these integrations to ensure they don't introduce vulnerabilities.

10. Regular Audits and Assessments:

• Conduct periodic security assessments and audits to identify potential weaknesses.

• Engage third-party security professionals to perform penetration testing and code reviews.