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Platform Security

DanubeData takes security seriously. Learn about our security measures, best practices, and compliance.

Overview

Security features include:

  • Encryption: Data encrypted at rest and in transit
  • Firewalls: Network-level access control
  • Isolation: Secure multi-tenant infrastructure
  • Compliance: Industry-standard certifications
  • Monitoring: 24/7 security monitoring

Data Encryption

Encryption at Rest

All data encrypted on disk:

Storage Encryption:

  • AES-256 encryption
  • Encrypted by default
  • Transparent to applications
  • No performance impact

Database Encryption:

  • Encrypted storage volumes
  • Encrypted backups
  • Encrypted snapshots
  • Key management

Encryption in Transit

All network traffic encrypted:

TLS/SSL:

  • TLS 1.2 and 1.3
  • Strong cipher suites
  • Perfect forward secrecy
  • Certificate management

VPN Support:

  • Site-to-site VPN
  • Client VPN
  • Encrypted tunnels

Access Control

Authentication

Account Security:

  • Strong password requirements
  • Two-factor authentication (2FA)
  • SSH key authentication
  • Session management

API Security:

  • API token authentication
  • Scoped permissions
  • Token rotation
  • Rate limiting

Authorization

Role-Based Access Control (RBAC):

  • Owner, admin, member roles
  • Project-based permissions
  • Least privilege principle
  • Audit logging

Resource Permissions:

  • Per-resource access control
  • Team-based sharing
  • Granular permissions

Network Security

Firewalls

Control network access:

  • Inbound Rules: Control incoming traffic
  • Outbound Rules: Control outgoing traffic
  • Stateful Inspection: Track connection state
  • Default Deny: Secure by default

Learn more: Firewalls

DDoS Protection

Built-in protection against attacks:

  • Layer 3/4 Protection: Network layer
  • Layer 7 Protection: Application layer
  • Automatic Mitigation: Instant response
  • Traffic Scrubbing: Clean malicious traffic

Private Networking

Secure internal communication:

  • VLAN Isolation: Tenant separation
  • Private IP Space: RFC1918 addresses
  • No Internet Routing: Internal only
  • Free Bandwidth: No charges

Learn more: Private Networks

Infrastructure Security

Physical Security

Data center security:

  • 24/7 Security: Armed guards
  • Access Control: Biometric systems
  • Surveillance: Video monitoring
  • Secure Locations: Undisclosed addresses

Virtualization Security

Secure multi-tenancy:

  • Hypervisor Hardening: Minimal attack surface
  • Resource Isolation: Dedicated resources
  • Kernel Isolation: Separate kernel spaces
  • Memory Protection: Isolated memory

Server Security

Secure server infrastructure:

  • Hardened OS: Security-focused configuration
  • Automatic Updates: Security patches
  • Intrusion Detection: Monitoring and alerts
  • Malware Protection: Anti-malware systems

Application Security

Database Security

Secure managed databases:

  • Encrypted Connections: TLS required
  • Access Control: User permissions
  • Network Isolation: Firewall rules
  • Automatic Backups: Encrypted backups

Cache Security

Secure Redis instances:

  • Password Protection: Required
  • TLS Encryption: Encrypted connections
  • Network ACLs: IP-based access
  • Private Network: Isolated communication

Compliance

Certifications

Current Certifications:

  • ISO 27001: Information security
  • SOC 2 Type II: Service organization controls
  • GDPR: Data protection compliance

In Progress:

  • PCI DSS: Payment card industry
  • HIPAA: Healthcare compliance

Data Protection

GDPR Compliance:

  • Data processing agreement
  • Right to erasure
  • Data portability
  • Breach notification

Data Residency:

  • Data in selected region
  • No unauthorized transfers
  • Local compliance
  • Data sovereignty

Audit and Compliance

Audit Logs:

  • Account activity logs
  • Resource change logs
  • API access logs
  • 90-day retention

Compliance Reports:

  • Available on request
  • Third-party audits
  • Penetration testing
  • Security assessments

Security Best Practices

Account Security

  1. Enable 2FA: Required for all users
  2. Strong Passwords: 12+ characters, complexity
  3. Rotate Keys: Regular SSH key rotation
  4. Limit Access: Only necessary users

Resource Security

  1. Firewall Rules: Restrict to specific IPs
  2. Private Networks: Use for internal traffic
  3. Regular Updates: Keep software updated
  4. Least Privilege: Minimal permissions

Data Security

  1. Encrypt Sensitive Data: Application-level encryption
  2. Regular Backups: Test restoration
  3. Access Logging: Monitor who accesses what
  4. Data Classification: Know your data

Application Security

  1. Security Patches: Apply immediately
  2. Dependency Updates: Keep dependencies current
  3. Security Scanning: Regular vulnerability scans
  4. Secure Configuration: Follow best practices

Incident Response

Security Incidents

Reporting:

Response Process:

  1. Incident detection
  2. Containment
  3. Investigation
  4. Remediation
  5. Communication
  6. Post-mortem

Data Breach

If breach occurs:

  • Immediate notification
  • Detailed investigation
  • Remediation steps
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Customer communication

Vulnerability Management

Vulnerability Disclosure

Responsible Disclosure:

Patch Management:

  • Critical: 24 hours
  • High: 7 days
  • Medium: 30 days
  • Low: Next release

Security Updates

Automated security updates:

  • OS security patches
  • Application updates
  • Dependency updates
  • Zero-day response

Security Monitoring

24/7 Monitoring

Continuous monitoring of:

  • Network traffic
  • System logs
  • Security events
  • Anomaly detection

Threat Detection

Automated Systems:

  • Intrusion detection
  • Malware scanning
  • Behavioral analysis
  • Threat intelligence

Security Alerts

Immediate alerts for:

  • Unauthorized access attempts
  • Unusual activity patterns
  • Security violations
  • System compromises

Customer Responsibilities

Shared Responsibility

DanubeData Responsibilities:

  • Infrastructure security
  • Platform security
  • Physical security
  • Network security

Customer Responsibilities:

  • Application security
  • Data security
  • Access management
  • Compliance within applications

Security Checklist

  • Enable two-factor authentication
  • Configure firewall rules
  • Use private networks
  • Enable database encryption
  • Regular backup verification
  • Monitor access logs
  • Update applications regularly
  • Security scanning
  • Incident response plan
  • Data classification

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