Citation :

Sethu Sesha Synam Neeli, 2024. "Data Protection in the Digital Age: SOC Audit Protocols and Encryption in Database Security" ESP International Journal of Advancements in Computational Technology (ESP-IJACT) Volume 2, Issue 3: 167-172.

Abstract :

The Organization Control (SOC) Audit is vital in the database domain, as it safeguards and guarantees the privacy of customer data. Encrypting such data is essential for ensuring an organization's security and integrity. This audit process plays a crucial role in enhancing trust and accountability in managing sensitive information, ultimately protecting the organization and its customers. This document assesses a service organization's controls according to five key criteria: security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy. Reports of this nature may be requested by a wide array of users who seek comprehensive information and assurance regarding a service organization’s controls. These controls are relevant to 1) the security, availability, and processing integrity of the systems used for processing user data, and 2) the confidentiality and privacy of the information handled by these systems.

References :

[1] American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA): The AICPA is the organization that developed the SOC (Service Organization Controls) framework. Their website has a wealth of information on SOC audits, including descriptions of the different types of reports (SOC 1 and SOC 2) and the Trust Service Criteria (TSC) they cover. https://www.aicpa-cima.com/topic/audit-assurance/audit-and-assurance-greater-than-soc-2

[2] Cloud Security Alliance (CSA): The CSA is a non-profit organization that promotes best practices for cloud security. Their website has resources on data encryption and how it contributes to a secure cloud environment. https://cloudsecurityalliance.org/

[3] International Organization for Standardization (ISO): ISO publishes various standards related to information security, including ISO 27001 on Information Security Management Systems. These standards can be helpful for organizations looking to implement robust security controls https://www.iso.org/standard/27001

[4] General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA): These are data privacy regulations that require organizations to implement appropriate security measures to protect personal data. The document mentions the importance of encryption for complying with these regulations https://gdpr.eu/ & https://oag.ca.gov/privacy/ccpa

Keywords :

Sco1, Soc2, Audits, Encryption, Treats, Cyber Security, Privacy.