Security at Verustrict

Last Updated: November 5, 2025

Compliance & Certifications

1. Data Encryption

1.1 Encryption in Transit

• TLS 1.3: All data transmitted between your browser and our servers is encrypted using the latest TLS protocol
• Perfect Forward Secrecy: Each session uses unique encryption keys
• Certificate Pinning: Protection against man-in-the-middle attacks
• Strong Cipher Suites: Only the most secure cryptographic algorithms

1.2 Encryption at Rest

• AES-256: Military-grade encryption for all stored data
• Encrypted Databases: Full database encryption at the storage layer
• Encrypted Backups: All backups are encrypted before storage
• Key Management: Industry-standard key rotation and management (AWS KMS, Azure Key Vault)

2. Infrastructure Security

2.1 Cloud Infrastructure

• Multi-Region Deployment: Data centers in US, EU, and Asia-Pacific
• Redundancy: Multi-zone deployment for high availability
• DDoS Protection: Enterprise-grade protection against distributed attacks
• Firewalls: Network-level firewalls and Web Application Firewalls (WAF)
• Intrusion Detection: 24/7 automated threat monitoring

2.2 Physical Security

• SOC 2 Type II certified data centers
• 24/7 physical security and surveillance
• Biometric access controls
• Environmental controls (temperature, humidity, power)

3. Access Controls

3.1 Authentication

• Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA): Required for all accounts (TOTP, SMS, hardware keys)
• Single Sign-On (SSO): Enterprise SSO via SAML 2.0 (Okta, Azure AD, Google Workspace)
• Password Requirements: Minimum 12 characters, complexity requirements, password history
• Session Management: Automatic timeout, secure session tokens

3.2 Authorization

• Role-Based Access Control (RBAC): Granular permissions based on user roles
• Least Privilege Principle: Users have only the access they need
• Audit Logs: Complete audit trail of all access and changes
• IP Whitelisting: Optional restriction by IP address or range

4. Application Security

4.1 Secure Development

• Security by Design: Security considerations from day one
• Code Reviews: Mandatory security reviews for all code changes
• Static Analysis: Automated scanning for vulnerabilities (SAST)
• Dependency Scanning: Continuous monitoring of third-party libraries

4.2 Vulnerability Management

• Penetration Testing: Annual third-party penetration tests
• Bug Bounty Program: Responsible disclosure program with security researchers
• Patch Management: Critical patches applied within 24 hours
• Vulnerability Scanning: Weekly automated security scans

5. Data Protection

5.1 Data Residency

• Choose where your data is stored (US, EU, or Asia-Pacific)
• Data does not leave your chosen region
• Compliance with local data protection laws

5.2 Data Isolation

• Logical separation of customer data
• Database-level isolation
• Encrypted customer-specific keys
• No shared resources between customers

5.3 Data Backup & Recovery

• Automated Backups: Daily encrypted backups
• Retention: 30-day backup retention
• Geographic Redundancy: Backups stored in multiple regions
• Recovery Time Objective (RTO): < 4 hours
• Recovery Point Objective (RPO): < 1 hour

6. Monitoring & Incident Response

6.1 Security Monitoring

• 24/7 Monitoring: Real-time security operations center (SOC)
• SIEM: Security Information and Event Management system
• Anomaly Detection: AI-powered threat detection
• Alert System: Immediate notification of security events

6.2 Incident Response

• Dedicated Security Incident Response Team (SIRT)
• Documented incident response procedures
• Customer notification within 72 hours of confirmed breach
• Post-incident reviews and improvements

7. Employee Security

• Background Checks: Comprehensive screening for all employees
• Security Training: Mandatory annual security awareness training
• Confidentiality Agreements: All employees sign NDAs
• Access Reviews: Quarterly review of employee access rights
• Offboarding: Immediate revocation of access upon termination

8. Third-Party Security

• Vendor security assessments before onboarding
• Contractual security requirements for all vendors
• Annual vendor security reviews
• Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) with all processors

9. Business Continuity

• Disaster Recovery Plan: Tested quarterly
• Failover Procedures: Automated failover to backup systems
• Communication Plan: Customer notification procedures
• Insurance: Cyber liability insurance coverage

10. Your Security Responsibilities

Security is a shared responsibility. You can help by:

• ✅ Using strong, unique passwords
• ✅ Enabling multi-factor authentication
• ✅ Keeping your devices and software updated
• ✅ Being cautious of phishing attempts
• ✅ Reporting suspicious activity immediately
• ✅ Following your organization's security policies

11. Security Resources

• Security Documentation: Request detailed security whitepaper
• Compliance Reports: SOC 2, ISO 27001 reports available under NDA
• Status Page: Real-time system status at status.verustrict.com
• Security Advisories: Subscribe to security notifications

12. Report a Security Issue

If you discover a security vulnerability:

• Email: security@verustrict.com
• Response Time: Initial response within 24 hours
• Bug Bounty: Rewards for responsible disclosure
• PGP Key: Available for encrypted communications