Security Guidelines for Alliance Business Suite Development

Version: 1.1

Date: 28/08/2023

Security is a cornerstone of any reliable software, and this is especially true for the Alliance Business Suite. This guide outlines the essential security protocols and practices to be followed during development.

Table of Contents

  1. Introduction
  2. Access Control
  3. Secure Coding Practices
  4. Data Protection
  5. Auditing and Monitoring
  6. Security Testing
  7. Reporting Security Issues

Introduction

Ensuring the security of the Alliance Business Suite is a shared responsibility. Every developer is expected to adhere to the practices laid out in this guide to maintain the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of the platform.

Access Control

  1. Least Privilege Principle: Always operate under the least privilege principle. Don't request or use more permissions than necessary for a given task.
  2. Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): MFA is required for accessing any secure or production environment related to the Alliance Business Suite.
  3. Remote Desktop Security: Always use secure channels and credentials while connecting to the Corporate Server via RDP.

Secure Coding Practices

  1. Code Reviews: Each pull request should be reviewed by at least one other developer with security in mind.
  2. Static Code Analysis: Use automated tools for analyzing the codebase to find security vulnerabilities.
  3. Dependency Scanning: Always scan dependencies for vulnerabilities.
  4. Avoid Hardcoding Credentials: Never hardcode sensitive information like passwords, API keys, or secret tokens.

Data Protection

  1. Encryption: Always use encryption for storing and transmitting sensitive data.
  2. Data Masking: Mask sensitive data in logs and debugging information.
  3. Data Access: Limit access to sensitive data to authorized personnel only.

Auditing and Monitoring

  1. Logs: Maintain detailed logs to monitor all access and modifications to sensitive data.
  2. Regular Audits: Perform regular security audits to identify vulnerabilities.
  3. Alerts: Configure and monitor alerts for any suspicious activities.

Security Testing

  1. Penetration Testing: Conduct penetration tests at regular intervals.
  2. Code Scanning Tools: Utilize automated tools for security checks.
  3. External Reviews: Consider third-party security assessments for critical modules.

Reporting Security Issues

If you discover a security issue, report it immediately to the security team. Never disclose the issue publicly until it is resolved.