Internal Vulnerability Security Assessment
Understand the Importance of a Secure Internal Network
Most people think security breaches are typically an assault
from outside the network. However, industry studies show the
majority of breaches originate from inside the network. With
more and more remote connections to your network, a user no
longer needs to be physically within your office to gain access
to your network.
Now more than ever, it is critical to test internal systems
for vulnerability. User id and password policy needs to
be reviewed, as well as analyzing exposure from wide area
network links. An internal vulnerability security assessment
is like the external vulnerability security assessment,
but is a scan and review of the internal network. A comprehensive
report outlining security risks in priority order and practical
solutions to minimize security vulnerabilities is provided.
| Key Considerations |
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Review of Authentication Scheme - What is
your password rotation scheme? How do you determine
your password strength? |
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User Education - How do you educate users
about the need for security precautions? What training
do you offer users to utilize security tools effectively?
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Confidential Information - Hackers are adept
at obtaining information regarding your network. Are
you giving out more information that you should be or
think you are? What steps do you take to encrypt or
hide confidential information? |
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Access Points to Your Network - Can you identify
all the points of access to your systems? When was the
last time you reviewed them? |