Security Testing

Definition: Architecture Decision Record from where you should specialise the ADR SBBs regarding the Security Testing

Source: ISO/IEC/IEEE 42010:2022

Source reference: https://www.iso.org/standard/74393.html

Additional information: Security testing is a critical aspect of IT architecture decision-making. It involves the evaluation of a system's security measures to identify vulnerabilities and potential threats. The goal of security testing is to ensure that the system is secure and protected from unauthorized access, data breaches, and other security risks. The testing process involves a range of techniques, including penetration testing, vulnerability scanning, and risk assessment. By conducting security testing, IT architects can identify weaknesses in the system and take steps to address them, thereby improving the overall security posture of the organization.

Example: Security Testing:
Decision: Conducting regular penetration testing and vulnerability assessments on the system.
Rationale: Regular security testing helps identify and address vulnerabilities and weaknesses in the system, reducing the risk of exploitation by attackers. It ensures the ongoing security and resilience of the system.

LOST view: Digital Solution Architecture Decisions Catalogue view

Identifier: http://data.europa.eu/dr8/egovera/SecurityTestingGoal

EIRA traceability: eira:DigitalSolutionArchitectureDecisionGoal

ABB name: egovera:SecurityTestingGoal

EIRA concept: eira:ArchitectureBuildingBlock

Last modification: 2023-06-15

dct:identifier: ADR-20230515180947450

dct:title: Architecture Decision Record about Security Testing

eira:adr_context: The context explains why we need to make a decision. It also describes the alternatives along with the pros and cons.

eira:adr_decision: The decision describes the justification for why the particular solution was accepted. It has more emphasis on the why rather than the how.

eira:adr_status: [Proposed (under review)|Accepted (approved and ready for implementation)|Superseded (superseded by another decision)]

eira:adr_consecuences: The consequences section contains information about the overall impact of an architectural decision. Every decision has trade-offs. That’s why it’s crucial to include the analysis to provide a clear picture.