Hardening Reviews
play a crucial role in security testing because they focus on fortifying a system's defences against potential threats. These reviews involve assessing the configurations, settings, and overall setup of various software, networks, or systems to identify vulnerabilities that might be exploited. By conducting hardening reviews, security testers can pinpoint weaknesses in the setup that could be exploited by attackers. Addressing these vulnerabilities through appropriate measures such as security patches, configuration changes, or updates helps in tightening the system's security posture. Essentially, hardening reviews act as a proactive measure to minimize the attack surface and enhance the resilience of the system against potential threats, thereby significantly bolstering its overall security. Oya offers hardening services for the following digital assets:
Server Hardening - reviewing server configurations to ensure they adhere to best practices for security. Scanning for vulnerabilities and misconfigurations in server setups.
Network Infrastructure Hardening - network infrastructure hardening is a key component, focusing on securing network devices like routers, switches, wireless access points, firewalls, and intrusion detection systems. The goal is to identify vulnerabilities, misconfigurations, and weak points in network defences. Network Infrastructure Hardening also identifies weaknesses in Wi-Fi networks and access points, evaluating wireless security protocols and encryption.
Endpoint Security - Assessing the security of individual endpoints, including workstations, servers, and mobile devices. Evaluating the effectiveness of antivirus, anti-malware, and endpoint detection and response (EDR) solutions.
Physical Security Review - Inspecting physical security controls, such as access control systems, surveillance, and facility entry points. Assessing the effectiveness of security measures to prevent unauthorised physical access.