In an era where cybersecurity threats are constantly evolving, safeguarding digital infrastructure has become paramount. At Accops, we are proud to announce our commitment to the Secure by Design Pledge by the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA). This pledge is a testament to our dedication to integrating security into every facet of our product development lifecycle, ensuring our solutions are not just robust but also resilient and reliable.
A Commitment to Security Excellence
By signing the Secure by Design Pledge, Accops is affirming our commitment to a security-first approach in our software development processes. This pledge is a voluntary, non-binding initiative that aligns with best practices established by leading organizations such as CISA, NIST, and other international and industry standards. Our goal is to exceed the security expectations of our customers and set a benchmark in the cybersecurity industry.
Integrating Security at Every Level
Our dedication to the principles of Secure by Design involves several key practices:
- Prioritizing Security from the Start: Security is not an afterthought but a core component of our product development. From the initial design phase through to deployment and maintenance, we prioritize security at every step.
- Embedding Security into Development: We incorporate advanced security practices into our software development lifecycle, including secure coding techniques, automated security testing, and continuous monitoring.
- Fostering Collaboration: We encourage a culture of security awareness and collaboration among our development, operations, and security teams to ensure our products meet the highest standards.
- Transparency and Accountability: We are committed to transparency in our security practices, providing clear and comprehensive information about our security measures to our customers and stakeholders.
Actions and Initiatives to Enhance Security
To fulfill our commitment to the Secure by Design Pledge, we are implementing several initiatives aimed at bolstering our security posture:
- Proactive Vulnerability Management: We have established a dedicated team to continuously monitor, identify, and address vulnerabilities in our products, ensuring timely updates and patches.
- Secure Development Lifecycle Integration: Our development process now includes threat modeling, code reviews, and security testing at each phase to ensure security is embedded from the ground up.
- Investment in Advanced Tools and Technologies: We are leveraging state-of-the-art security tools and technologies to enhance our security testing and monitoring processes.
- Regular Security Audits: We perform regular security audits and assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of our security measures and identify areas for improvement.
Specific Goals Under the Secure by Design Pledge
The Secure by Design Pledge comprises seven core goals that guide our security initiatives:
- Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): Within a year, we aim to significantly increase MFA usage across our products by enabling it by default and encouraging its adoption through user prompts and support for standards-based single sign-on (SSO)
- Eliminating Default Passwords: We are committed to reducing the use of default passwords by providing unique initial passwords and requiring strong passwords during setup.
- Reducing Vulnerability Classes: We are working to minimize common vulnerabilities such as SQL injection and cross-site scripting through secure coding practices and transitioning to memory-safe languages.
- Increasing Security Patch Adoption: We aim to facilitate easier installation of security patches for our customers by enabling automatic updates and providing extensive patch support.
- Implementing a Vulnerability Disclosure Policy (VDP): We will publish a VDP that authorizes public testing, commits to non-retaliation, and provides clear reporting channels.
- Enhancing CVE Reporting: We will ensure accurate Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) and Common Platform Enumeration (CPE) fields in our CVE records and issue timely CVEs for critical vulnerabilities.
- Gathering Evidence of Intrusions: We will enhance our products’ logging capabilities to help customers gather evidence of cybersecurity intrusions.
Accops’ Role in Enabling Secure Digital Workspaces
At Accops, we have been at the forefront of providing comprehensive digital workspace solutions that enable secure remote access, seamless collaboration, and robust data protection. Our offerings include advanced technologies such as HyID for biometric authentication, BioAuth for secure access control, and Huddle for efficient remote desktop management. These solutions are designed to meet the evolving needs of organizations, ensuring that security is seamlessly integrated into their digital transformation journeys.
Looking Ahead: Our Vision for the Future
Signing the Secure by Design Pledge marks a significant milestone in our ongoing journey towards enhanced cybersecurity. Our vision is to continuously improve and innovate our security practices to better protect our customers and their data. By adopting the Secure by Design principles, we aim to not only meet but exceed the security expectations of our customers, creating a safer digital environment for all.
Collaborating for a Secure Future
We believe that collaboration is key to building a secure digital world. We invite our customers, partners, and the broader cybersecurity community to join us in embracing Secure by Design practices. Together, we can create a more secure and resilient digital future.
For more insights into our commitment to Secure by Design and to stay updated on our latest security initiatives, please visit our website.