DATA-4 Data Store Encryption

What is DATA-4 Data Store Encryption Control?

Data store encryption translates data from plaintext into ciphertext in order to protect the data stored in computer resources from unauthorized access.

Available tools in the marketplace

Tools

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Available templates

TrustCloud has a curated list of templates, internally or externally sourced, to help you get started. Click on the link for a downloadable version:

• Encryption best practices from NIST

Control implementation

NOTE: This control is 100% automated by TrustCloud. Connect your system to enjoy the benefits of automation.

To implement this control manually,

Enable encryption on data storage systems using the most recent encryption technologies.

What evidence do auditors look for?

Most auditors, at a minimum, are looking for the below-suggested action:

1. Provide a screenshot of the data storage configuration settings showing that encryption is enabled.

Evidence example

For the suggested action, an example is provided below:

1. Provide a screenshot of the data storage configuration settings showing that encryption is enabled.
   The following screenshot is of database encryption, showing that encryption is enabled.
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