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A comprehensive checklist for project cyber security assessment
Many times we need a basic checklist to make an assessment. I have provided a comprehensive checklist for performing a project cyber security assessment.
- Define the project scope and objectives:
— Identify the specific goals, components, and system boundaries of the project.
— Understand the purpose of the project and the potential risks involved. - Assess the project infrastructure:
— Identify all hardware, software, and network components involved in the project.
— Determine any vulnerabilities or weaknesses in the infrastructure.
— Verify proper configuration and firewall settings. - Evaluate access controls:
— Review user access privileges, authentication methods, and password policies.
— Assess the effectiveness of account management procedures. - Evaluate network security:
— Assess the network topology and infrastructure security controls.
— Identify any exposed or unsecured network devices (routers, switches, etc.)
— Validate the implementation of secure communication protocols (e.g., TLS, VPN). - Review data security:
— Determine how sensitive data is stored, transmitted, and protected.
— Evaluate encryption methods and the effectiveness of data backup processes.
— Verify compliance with relevant data protection…
