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Gabon Country, located in West Africa, sought to enhance its security posture by conducting a comprehensive security assessment. Recognizing the importance of safeguarding critical government infrastructure, Gabon Country engaged Cycops, a renowned cybersecurity firm, to perform a thorough evaluation of its security measures.
Project Scope
Cycops was tasked with conducting a comprehensive security assessment covering various key locations, including the President’s palace, cabinet offices, parliament, a sample school, and sample hospitals. The assessment included vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, and a review of security controls, encompassing administrative, technical, and physical aspects.
Project Objectives
- Identify vulnerabilities in critical government infrastructure
- Assess the resilience of security controls in place
- Conduct penetration testing to simulate real-world cyber threats.
- Provide recommendations for strengthening security measures.
Project Details
Duration: 160 hours
Resources: Two cybersecurity experts physically present in Gabon Country
Cost: 20 lakhs INR
Resources: Two cybersecurity experts physically present in Gabon Country
Cost: 20 lakhs INR
Methdology
Vulnerability Assessment:
- Conducted a systematic scan of the President's palace, cabinet offices, parliament, school, and hospitals to identify potential vulnerabilities.
- Utilized specialized tools to perform in-depth analysis, focusing on network infrastructure, applications, and systems.
Penetration Testing:
- Simulated real-world cyber-attacks on each target to identify weaknesses and potential entry points
- Tested the effectiveness of existing security measures against various attack vectors, including social engineering, phishing, and malware.
Security Control Review:
- Simulated real-world cyber-attacks on each target to identify weaknesses and potential entry points
- Tested the effectiveness of existing security measures against various attack vectors, including social engineering, phishing, and malware.
Challenged Faced:
Language and Cultural Differences:
- Overcame communication barriers by collaborating with local experts and providing translation services.
Access Permissions:
- Worked closely with Gabon Country authorities to ensure necessary permissions were obtained for conducting assessments in sensitive locations.
Key Findings
Critical Vulnerabilities:
Identified vulnerabilities in the network infrastructure of the President’s palace and parliament that could potentially lead to unauthorized access.
Weaknesses in Administrative Controls:
Discovered gaps in incident response plans, highlighting the need for improved coordination and communication during security incidents. Physical Security Concerns:
Physical Security Concerns:
Noted shortcomings in the physical security of the sample school, emphasizing the importance of enhancing access controls and surveillance.
Identified vulnerabilities in the network infrastructure of the President’s palace and parliament that could potentially lead to unauthorized access.
Weaknesses in Administrative Controls:
Discovered gaps in incident response plans, highlighting the need for improved coordination and communication during security incidents. Physical Security Concerns:
Physical Security Concerns:
Noted shortcomings in the physical security of the sample school, emphasizing the importance of enhancing access controls and surveillance.
Recommendations
- Implement robust network segmentation and patch management procedures.
- Enhance incident response capabilities and conduct regular training for staff.
- Strengthen physical security measures at critical locations, focusing on access control and surveillance.
Conclusion
Cycops successfully completed the comprehensive security assessment, providing Gabon Country with valuable insights into its security posture. The recommendations offered by Cycops will serve as a foundation for Gabon Country to enhance its security measures and better protect its critical infrastructure.
