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Vendor Security Review Basics
Assess SaaS vendors quickly
This guide outlines a fast vendor security review: data types handled, auth model, encryption, logging, certifications, and incident response commitments.
- vendor security
- saas review
- due diligence
- data protection
- infosec
Scope data and access
Clarify what data is stored, who accesses it, and residency/retention policies.
Auth and encryption
Check SSO/MFA support, password policies, and encryption in transit/at rest.
Controls and evidence
Request audit reports (SOC 2/ISO), pen test summaries, and logging/alerting practices.
Incidents and continuity
Ask about incident handling SLAs, backup/DR processes, and customer notification policies.
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