What is a Network Security Audit?
A systematic examination of your IT infrastructure to identify vulnerabilities before attackers find them. For Dubai businesses, an annual security audit is increasingly a regulatory requirement.
What a Network Security Audit Covers
External Perimeter: Port scanning, exposed services, SSL/TLS review, DNS records (SPF, DKIM, DMARC).
Firewall Configuration: Are rules following least-privilege? Any any-to-any rules? Is IPS/IDS enabled? Admin interfaces restricted?
Internal Network: VLAN segmentation, flat network segments, rogue device detection, default credentials.
Endpoint Security: EDR installed on all endpoints, all endpoints patched, unsupported OS in use, USB controls.
Authentication: MFA on all accounts, dormant accounts (ex-employees), admin accounts used for daily tasks, shared accounts.
Backup and Recovery: Backup running, last restore test, offsite copy, encryption.
WiFi Security: Guest and corporate WiFi separated, open networks, WPA2-Enterprise minimum.
Quick Self-Audit Checklist
| Check | Status |
|---|---|
| MFA enabled on all accounts | Yes / No |
| All systems patched within 30 days | Yes / No |
| No ex-employee accounts active | Yes / No |
| Firewall IPS/IDS enabled | Yes / No |
| Guest WiFi separate from corporate | Yes / No |
| Backup tested in last 90 days | Yes / No |
| No RDP exposed to internet | Yes / No |
| DMARC, DKIM, SPF configured | Yes / No |
If you have more than 2 No answers, your network needs attention.
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*Related: Networking & Security Dubai | IT AMC Dubai*
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