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Security Best Practices

This guide outlines the recommended security practices for USDN users and organizations. Following these guidelines helps ensure the highest level of security for your network and data.

Organizational Security​

Access Management​

  1. Implement role-based access control (RBAC)
  2. Regular access reviews
  3. Prompt removal of departed users
  4. Minimum privilege principle

Authentication​

  1. Enforce strong password policies
  2. Mandatory 2FA/MFA for all users
  3. YubiKey for privileged accounts
  4. Regular authentication audits

Network Security​

  1. Secure tunnel configurations
  2. Regular security assessments
  3. Network monitoring
  4. Incident response planning

User Security​

Account Security​

  1. Strong password requirements:

    • Minimum 12 characters
    • Mix of character types
    • No common patterns
    • Regular password changes

  2. Two-Factor Authentication:

    • Always enabled
    • Preferred YubiKey usage
    • Backup authentication method
    • Secure backup codes

Device Security​

  1. Device encryption
  2. Regular updates
  3. Antivirus protection
  4. Screen locks and timeouts

Access Practices​

  1. No credential sharing
  2. Secure password storage
  3. Clean desk policy
  4. Screen privacy in public

Network Security​

Tunnel Configuration​

  1. Encryption standards:

    • Latest protocols
    • Strong ciphers
    • Perfect forward secrecy
    • Regular updates

  2. Access Controls:

    • IP whitelisting
    • Port restrictions
    • Traffic filtering
    • Regular audits

Monitoring​

  1. Real-time monitoring
  2. Alert configuration
  3. Log analysis
  4. Performance tracking

Data Protection​

Data in Transit​

  1. Always encrypted
  2. Secure protocols
  3. Integrity checks
  4. Version control

Compliance​

  1. Regular audits
  2. Policy enforcement
  3. Documentation
  4. Training programs

Incident Response​

Preparation​

  1. Response plan
  2. Team assignments
  3. Communication protocols
  4. Recovery procedures

Response Steps​

  1. Identification
  2. Containment
  3. Eradication
  4. Recovery
  5. Lessons learned

Regular Maintenance​

System Updates​

  1. Security patches
  2. Firmware updates
  3. Protocol updates
  4. Configuration reviews

Security Reviews​

  1. Quarterly assessments
  2. Penetration testing
  3. Vulnerability scanning
  4. Configuration audits

Documentation​

Required Documents​

  1. Security policies
  2. Procedures
  3. Incident reports
  4. Audit logs

Maintenance​

  1. Regular updates
  2. Version control
  3. Access control
  4. Backup copies

Training​

Security Awareness​

  1. Regular training
  2. Updates on threats
  3. Best practices
  4. Incident reporting

Technical Training​

  1. System usage
  2. Security features
  3. Troubleshooting
  4. Emergency procedures

Compliance​

Standards​

  1. Industry regulations
  2. Security frameworks
  3. Best practices
  4. Internal policies

Auditing​

  1. Regular audits
  2. Compliance checks
  3. Documentation
  4. Remediation

Additional Resources​

Need Help?​

If you need assistance with organization setup:

  1. Review our Support and Escalation Levels to understand available support options
  2. Check our troubleshooting guide
  3. Contact support through the Support Portal
  4. Schedule a setup consultation with our Professional Services team