Security Operations

The Security Operations documentation covers the comprehensive security management capabilities within the Plings admin system, focused on threat detection, incident response, and security monitoring.

Overview

Security operations in Plings are primarily managed through the Super Admin Console (/super) with additional security features integrated throughout the admin system.

Core Security Features

1. Threat Detection & Monitoring

  • Real-time Security Metrics: Continuous monitoring of system security indicators
  • Anomaly Detection: Automated detection of unusual patterns and behaviors
  • Security Event Correlation: Cross-system security event analysis
  • Threat Intelligence: Integration with external threat intelligence feeds

2. Incident Response System

  • Incident Classification: Automated severity assessment (P0-P3)
    • P0 (Critical): Master key compromise, system breach
    • P1 (High): Data breach, service compromise
    • P2 (Medium): Security policy violation, suspicious activity
    • P3 (Low): Minor security issues, policy warnings
  • Response Automation: Scripted responses for different incident types
  • Escalation Management: Automated escalation based on severity
  • Communication System: Stakeholder notification and coordination

3. Access Control & Authentication

  • Multi-factor Authentication: Required for super admin access
  • Role-based Access Control: Granular permission management
  • Session Management: Timeout controls and session monitoring
  • IP-based Restrictions: Configurable IP access controls

4. Security Monitoring

  • Login Monitoring: Failed login attempt tracking
  • Permission Changes: User permission modification tracking
  • Data Access Monitoring: Sensitive data access logging
  • System Activity: Comprehensive system activity monitoring

Emergency Response Procedures

Master Key Compromise (P0)

  1. Immediate Response:
    • Activate emergency system isolation
    • Notify security team and stakeholders
    • Begin forensic evidence collection
    • Implement emergency communication protocols
  2. Key Rotation Process:
    • Generate new master keys using HSM
    • Update all dependent systems
    • Validate key rotation completion
    • Document incident and response actions
  3. Recovery Operations:
    • Restore system operations gradually
    • Verify system integrity
    • Update security policies
    • Conduct post-incident review

System Breach (P1)

  1. Containment:
    • Isolate affected systems
    • Preserve forensic evidence
    • Assess breach scope
    • Implement emergency controls
  2. Investigation:
    • Forensic analysis of breach
    • Identify attack vectors
    • Assess data compromise
    • Document findings
  3. Recovery:
    • Patch security vulnerabilities
    • Restore affected systems
    • Update security controls
    • Notify affected parties

HSM (Hardware Security Module) Operations

HSM Architecture

  • Three-Tier System: Initial (Vercel) → Next (SoftHSM) → Final (Hardware HSM)
  • Key Management: Hierarchical key derivation and management
  • Witness Verification: Multi-party key generation verification
  • Secure Storage: Hardware-backed key storage and operations

HSM Monitoring

  • Health Checks: Continuous HSM health monitoring
  • Performance Metrics: HSM operation performance tracking
  • Capacity Planning: HSM usage and capacity analysis
  • Maintenance Scheduling: Proactive HSM maintenance

Key Operations

  • Key Generation: Secure key generation with witness verification
  • Key Rotation: Automated and emergency key rotation procedures
  • Key Backup: Secure key backup and recovery procedures
  • Key Revocation: Emergency key revocation capabilities

Wallet Security Management

Wallet Lifecycle Security

  • Creation Security: Secure wallet creation with HSM integration
  • Deployment Security: Secure wallet deployment procedures
  • Migration Security: Secure manufacturer migration processes
  • Retirement Security: Secure wallet retirement and cleanup

Wallet Monitoring

  • Usage Monitoring: Wallet usage pattern analysis
  • Security Monitoring: Wallet security event monitoring
  • Performance Monitoring: Wallet performance and health tracking
  • Compliance Monitoring: Wallet regulatory compliance verification

Compliance & Regulatory Requirements

Regulatory Frameworks

  • SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley): Financial controls and audit requirements
  • ISO-27001: Information security management standards
  • GDPR: Data protection and privacy regulations
  • PCI-DSS: Payment card industry security standards

Compliance Monitoring

  • Automated Compliance Checks: Continuous compliance verification
  • Audit Trail Management: Comprehensive audit trail maintenance
  • Reporting: Automated compliance reporting generation
  • Risk Assessment: Continuous risk assessment and management

Security Architecture

Defense in Depth

  • Perimeter Security: Network security and access controls
  • Application Security: Application-level security controls
  • Data Security: Data encryption and protection
  • Endpoint Security: Device and endpoint protection

Zero Trust Model

  • Identity Verification: Continuous identity verification
  • Device Trust: Device security and trust verification
  • Network Segmentation: Micro-segmentation and network isolation
  • Least Privilege: Minimal access rights assignment

Incident Response Workflows

Detection Phase

  1. Automated Detection: Security monitoring systems detect anomalies
  2. Alert Generation: Security alerts generated and prioritized
  3. Initial Assessment: Security team assesses alert severity
  4. Incident Classification: Incident classified by severity level

Response Phase

  1. Incident Activation: Incident response team activated
  2. Containment: Affected systems isolated and contained
  3. Investigation: Forensic investigation initiated
  4. Communication: Stakeholders notified per communication plan

Recovery Phase

  1. System Restoration: Affected systems restored and validated
  2. Security Updates: Security controls updated and enhanced
  3. Monitoring: Enhanced monitoring implemented
  4. Documentation: Incident documented and lessons learned

Post-Incident Phase

  1. Incident Review: Post-incident analysis and review
  2. Process Improvement: Security processes updated
  3. Training: Staff training updated based on lessons learned
  4. Reporting: Incident reporting to regulatory authorities

Security Tools & Integration

Security Information and Event Management (SIEM)

  • Log Aggregation: Centralized security log collection
  • Event Correlation: Cross-system security event analysis
  • Threat Detection: Advanced threat detection capabilities
  • Incident Management: Integrated incident management workflows

Vulnerability Management

  • Vulnerability Scanning: Automated vulnerability assessment
  • Patch Management: Security patch deployment and management
  • Configuration Management: Security configuration monitoring
  • Compliance Scanning: Automated compliance verification

Forensic Tools

  • Evidence Collection: Automated forensic evidence collection
  • Analysis Tools: Forensic analysis and investigation tools
  • Chain of Custody: Forensic evidence chain of custody management
  • Reporting: Forensic analysis reporting and documentation

Training & Awareness

Security Training

  • Admin Training: Security training for administrators
  • Incident Response Training: Incident response procedure training
  • Compliance Training: Regulatory compliance training
  • Awareness Programs: Security awareness campaigns

Certification Requirements

  • Security Certifications: Required security certifications
  • Continuing Education: Ongoing security education requirements
  • Competency Assessment: Security competency evaluation
  • Training Records: Security training documentation

For detailed technical implementation, see Super Admin Console and Permission Model.