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Enhancing Application Security

Enhancing Application Security

Owned by Maxime VANHAMME
19 Jun 2023
2 min read

Application security is a critical aspect of maintaining a secure digital environment, particularly when leveraging SaaS solutions. As businesses increasingly rely on applications to manage their operations and sensitive data, safeguarding these applications from vulnerabilities and threats becomes paramount. This article explores how AREMIS prioritizes application security to ensure the protection of sensitive information and maintain the integrity of our operations.

Secure Development Lifecycle

AREMIS follows a secure development lifecycle (SDL) approach for ARCHIBUS, integrating security measures throughout the software development process. We prioritize security requirements, conduct thorough code reviews, and employ secure coding practices to mitigate common application vulnerabilities. By addressing security from the earliest stages of development, we establish a solid foundation for a secure ARCHIBUS application.

Applying secure development best practices

Secure coding techniques shall be used for both new systems and enhancing of existing code. OWASP and other secure coding standard must be followed and with the relevant staff trained on secure coding principles.

Secure development is a requirement to improve the quality of an application with respect to security. Within the secure development policy, the following aspects shall be implemented:

  • Standards for secure software development lifecycle

  • Security requirements in the design phase

  • Security checkpoints within project milestones

Using a team-based approach for development security, teams build security into applications, rather than applied at a later stage.

Developers are trained on testing for security vulnerability identification and the use of scanning tools and processes.

Secure Data Handling

Data security is of paramount importance within the ARCHIBUS application. AREMIS employs encryption techniques to protect sensitive data at rest and in transit. We utilize industry-standard encryption protocols and secure communication channels to safeguard data transmission between ARCHIBUS and other systems. Additionally, we adhere to data privacy regulations and implement measures to prevent data leakage or unauthorized data access.

Regular Security Assessments

To identify and address potential vulnerabilities, AREMIS conducts regular security assessments of the ARCHIBUS application. We employ various techniques such as static code analysis, dynamic application scanning, and penetration testing. These assessments help us identify security weaknesses, detect flaws in the application design, and ensure adherence to security best practices.

Secure Configuration and Patch Management

AREMIS ensures the secure configuration of its applications by following vendor guidelines and security best practices. We review and validate system configurations to eliminate unnecessary services, disable default accounts, and implement secure settings. Regular patch management practices are employed to promptly apply security updates and patches released by the editors, minimizing the risk of known vulnerabilities being exploited.

User Training and Awareness

AREMIS recognizes the importance of user training and awareness in ensuring application security. We provide comprehensive training to ARCHIBUS users, educating them on the different security aspects and best practices. By fostering a security-conscious culture, we empower users to actively contribute to the protection of our customer solutions and their associated data.