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GDPR Article 32 security testing: technical measures

Article 32 asks for regular verification of the effectiveness of technical measures. A documented test is direct proof.

what the standard asks

What the article asks.

32.1.d

Regular testing

Periodic verification of the effectiveness of technical measures.

32.1

Appropriate measures

Measures proportionate to the risks for personal data.

what we produce

The evidence we deliver.

Test report

Scope, dates, method and vulnerabilities.

Limited personal data

Personal data handled only as far as needed to demonstrate a vulnerability.

Tracked fixes

Each vulnerability with its status and closure date.

Repeat

A test repeated after fixes.

summary

At a glance.

ItemDetail
Who judgesThe national supervisory authorities
Related servicesOWASP Top 10 testing, access and business logic
Typical frequencyAt least yearly and after significant changes
Limits. Article 32 does not require a certification. The documented test is the proof that the technical measures work.

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