Security Standards and Best Practices

Overview

Security in the IUDX-Novo platform is enforced across all layers of the system using widely accepted industry standards and best practices. The platform adopts a defense-in-depth approach to protect data, services, and users while ensuring accountability and traceability.

Security Standards Adopted

The platform adheres to the following security standards and frameworks:

• Transport Security: TLS 1.2 and above

• API Security: OWASP API Security Top 10 guidelines

• Token Security: OAuth 2.0 and JSON Web Tokens (JWT)

• Auditability: Immutable and tamper-evident logging

Transport and Communication Security

• All external and internal communications use TLS-encrypted channels

• TLS ensures data confidentiality, integrity, and protection against man-in-the-middle attacks

API Security Controls

API gateways are used as the primary security enforcement layer for all API-driven services.

They provide the following protections:

• Authentication and authorization of incoming requests

• Enforcement of rate limits and throttling

• Validation and sanitization of API inputs

• Protection against misuse and denial-of-service (DoS) attacks

These controls align with the OWASP API Security Top 10 recommendations.

Token and Access Security

• OAuth 2.0 is used as the authorization framework

• JWTs are used for secure, stateless propagation of identity and permissions

• Tokens are validated by platform services before granting access to protected resources

Auditing and Traceability

• All access and data exchange operations are logged

• Logs are stored in immutable, tamper-evident storage systems

• Audit logs support:

  • Accountability

  • Compliance and governance

  • Forensic analysis and incident investigation

Role in the Platform

• Protects platform services and data assets

• Ensures secure and trustworthy data exchange

• Supports regulatory compliance and operational governance

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