DATA-2 File Store Encryption

What is DATA-2 File Store Encryption Control?

DATA-2 File Store Encryption control protects individual files or file systems by encrypting them with a specific key and making them accessible only to authorized persons.

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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 (National Institute of Standards and Technology)

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 file 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 file 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 file storage configuration settings showing that encryption is enabled.
   The following screenshot shows an encryption configuration that has encryption enabled.
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