Glossary
Evidence Collection
Evidence collection is gathering proof that you are doing security right - like keeping receipts to prove you made purchases.
What is Evidence Collection?
The process of gathering documentation to demonstrate compliance with requirements and control effectiveness.
Why Should You Care?
Audits require evidence of compliance. Continuous evidence collection makes audit preparation much easier.
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Real-World Example
An organization uses automated tools to collect evidence of completed access reviews, training, and vulnerability scans.
How to Protect Against Evidence Collection
- 1.
Identify evidence requirements for each control
- 2.
Implement automated evidence collection
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