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SOC 2 Endpoint Security for On-Prem and Hybrid Workforces

TL;DR

  • Endpoint security maps to CC6.1 (logical access architecture, named asset inventory, encryption at rest, MFA where warranted) and CC6.8...
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SOC 2 People Scoping: Which Employees, Contractors, and Vendors

TL;DR: The core question for SOC 2 people scoping: does their role or access affect your system's ability to meet its Trust Services Criteria...