SAP Security Assessment

The process of an SAP Security Assessment, also known as an SAP Security Review or Security Audit, consists of several phases aimed at evaluating the security of a company's SAP environment and uncovering potential security risks. The exact process may vary depending on the specific requirements and the size of the SAP system landscape, but in general, an SAP Security Assessment includes the following steps:

Planning and preparation: In this phase, the objectives of the security audit are defined and the scope of the audit is determined. The SAP systems and components to be audited are identified, and the underlying security standards and policies are defined.

Information gathering: The security expert gathers relevant information about the SAP environment, including the system architecture, the SAP components used, the underlying databases, and the security measures in place.

Vulnerability assessment: Based on the collected information, potential vulnerabilities and security gaps in the SAP environment are identified. This includes reviewing access authorizations, security configurations, patch management, password policies, network access, and other relevant security aspects.

Penetration testing: In this phase, targeted attacks on SAP systems are simulated to assess their vulnerability to external and internal attacks. Various attack scenarios are tested to uncover potential security risks.

Security Assessment: The identified vulnerabilities and security risks are assessed to understand their severity and impact. Prioritization is established to identify the most urgent security gaps.

Reporting: Upon completion of the SAP Security Assessment, a detailed report is generated. This report contains a summary of the vulnerabilities identified, their severity, potential impact, and recommended remediation actions.

Recommendations for action and improvements: Based on the results of the security audit, concrete recommendations for action are made to improve the security of the SAP environment. This may include updating security policies, implementing security patches, adjusting access rights, or other measures.



Follow-up and monitoring: After implementing the recommended measures, a review is conducted to ensure that the security vulnerabilities have been resolved and that the SAP environment is now better protected against potential attacks.