Security & Trust

Security is Engineered into Our Foundation

At Altostrat, security isn’t an afterthought; it’s integral to our architecture and operations. We build robust, verifiable security into every layer of our platform, from the cloud infrastructure to our SD-WAN control plane. Trust is earned through transparency and a relentless commitment to protecting the networks our customers rely on.

Our Core Security Pillars

Zero Trust Architecture

We practice what we preach. Our internal systems and the Altostrat platform itself are built on a 'never trust, always verify' model. Access to any resource requires strict identity and device verification, minimizing the attack surface.

End-to-End Encryption

All data is encrypted by default, everywhere. We use strong, modern ciphers like TLS 1.3+ for data in transit and AES-256 for data at rest, ensuring confidentiality and integrity across our platform.

Secure Multi-Tenancy

Your network is your network. We use strict logical separation, cryptographic controls, and network policies at the application level to guarantee data segregation and prevent any unauthorized access between tenants.

Robust API Security

Our APIs are the engine of our platform and are rigorously secured. We employ strong authentication, fine-grained authorization, rate limiting, and continuous monitoring to prevent abuse and protect sensitive data.

Secure SDLC & DevSecOps

Security is embedded in our development lifecycle. This includes threat modeling, automated code scanning (SAST/DAST), dependency analysis (SBOM), and mandatory peer reviews within our CI/CD pipelines.

Proactive Incident Response

We use AI-driven anomaly detection and continuous monitoring for rapid threat identification. When an incident is detected, our structured response plan ensures swift, effective action and clear communication.

Data Protection & Privacy

Data Encryption

Comprehensive encryption using AES-256 for data at rest (databases, storage, backups) and TLS 1.3+ for all data in transit, including internal microservice communication and external API calls.

Data Minimization & Retention

We collect only necessary data and provide configurable retention policies aligned with business needs and regulations. Data is securely purged upon policy expiration or customer request.

Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity

Regular, automated, and encrypted backups are stored in geographically distinct regions. Our DR plan is tested routinely to ensure resilience and meet our RPO/RTO objectives.

Privacy by Design

Privacy is a core consideration in our product design. We adhere to strict data privacy principles and provide transparency regarding data usage and user controls.

Security Practices Deep Dive

Infrastructure & Network Security

  • Cloud-Native Security: Leveraging AWS security services (WAF, Security Groups, DDoS Protection, GuardDuty).
  • Hardened Infrastructure: Secure control/data plane communication, edge device integrity checks, and robust isolation mechanisms.
  • Secure Automation: Secure execution environments, RBAC for automation tasks, and audit trails for all automated changes.
  • Secure Network Design: Redundant firewalls, IDS/IPS, and network segmentation within our own infrastructure.
  • Vulnerability Management: Continuous scanning, risk-based prioritization, and timely patching across all systems.
  • Secure Configuration: Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) with security validation and regular audits to maintain secure baselines.

Application & API Security

  • OWASP Top 10 Mitigation: Proactive measures against common web application vulnerabilities.
  • API Gateway Security: Centralized policy enforcement, rate limiting, and threat protection for our APIs.
  • Container Security: Image scanning, runtime protection, and least-privilege execution for all application components.
  • Secure Coding Practices: Rigorous input validation and output encoding to prevent injection and XSS flaws.
  • Supply Chain Security: Software Composition Analysis (SCA) and SBOM maintenance to manage dependency vulnerabilities.

Identity & Access Management (IAM)

  • Centralized Identity Provider (IdP): Leveraging modern IdPs for unified SSO, MFA enforcement, and identity lifecycle management.
  • Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): Enforced for all user accounts and internal systems.
  • Least Privilege Principle: Granular, role-based access controls (RBAC) applied consistently across our platform.
  • Regular Access Reviews: Periodic reviews and recertification of all user permissions.
  • Privileged Access Management (PAM): Secure processes for managing and monitoring administrative credentials.

Operations & Monitoring

  • Comprehensive Logging: Centralized logging across infrastructure, applications, and networks for audit and analysis.
  • AI-Powered Threat Detection: Using AI for anomaly detection alongside traditional security event correlation (SIEM).
  • Automated Response (SOAR): Automating incident response workflows for efficiency and speed.
  • Threat Intelligence Integration: Leveraging external feeds to enhance detection and contextualize alerts.
  • Dedicated Incident Response Team: On-call personnel responsible for investigating and managing security incidents.

Compliance & Governance

  • SOC 2 Alignment: Designing and operating controls based on SOC 2 trust services criteria as we progress towards formal attestation.
  • ISO 27001 Alignment: Implementing an Information Security Management System (ISMS) aligned with ISO 27001 standards.
  • NIST Framework Adherence: Following the NIST Cybersecurity Framework (CSF) for managing cybersecurity risk.
  • GDPR/CCPA Compliance: Meeting stringent data protection and privacy requirements.
  • Third-Party Audits & Pen Tests: Independent validation of our security posture by external experts.

Personnel & Vendor Security

  • Employee Background Checks & Security Training: Ensuring a trustworthy and security-aware workforce.
  • Secure Collaboration Tools: Enforcing security policies within all internal and external collaboration tools.
  • Secure Onboarding/Offboarding: Rigorous processes for managing access to systems and data.
  • Confidentiality Agreements (NDAs): Protecting sensitive company and customer information.
  • Vendor Risk Management: Thorough security assessments and contractual requirements for all third-party suppliers.

Security FAQs

Responsible Disclosure

Security is a collaborative effort. We value the work of security researchers and provide clear guidelines for reporting potential vulnerabilities. Please review our policy for details on scope and reporting procedures.

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Direct reports can be sent to: security@altostrat.io.