Monitoring and Compliance

Security monitoring, auditing, and compliance.


Audit Logging

Enable comprehensive audit logging:

knot.toml
[server.audit]
enabled = true

What to monitor:

  • Authentication attempts (success and failure)
  • User and permission changes
  • Template modifications
  • Space creation and deletion
  • API access
  • Configuration changes

Log Management

Implement proper log management:

  • Centralize logs for analysis
  • Set appropriate retention periods
  • Protect logs from tampering
  • Regular log review
  • Alert on suspicious activity

Security Monitoring

Monitor for security events:

  • Failed authentication attempts
  • Unusual access patterns
  • Resource usage anomalies
  • Unauthorized access attempts
  • Configuration changes

Incident Response

Preparation

  • Document incident response procedures
  • Identify key personnel and contacts
  • Maintain backup and recovery procedures
  • Test incident response plans

Detection

  • Monitor logs and alerts
  • Track unusual activity
  • Review access patterns
  • Investigate anomalies

Response

  • Isolate affected systems
  • Preserve evidence
  • Revoke compromised credentials
  • Notify affected parties
  • Document incident details

Recovery

  • Restore from clean backups
  • Verify system integrity
  • Update security controls
  • Conduct post-incident review
  • Implement preventive measures

Compliance

Privacy

Protect user privacy:

  • Minimize data collection
  • Secure personal information
  • Implement data access controls
  • Provide data export capabilities
  • Document privacy practices

Regulatory Requirements

Meet industry-specific requirements:

  • Implement required security controls
  • Maintain audit trails
  • Enable encryption where required
  • Regular security assessments
  • Document compliance measures

Security Updates

Keep Software Updated

  • Monitor release announcements
  • Review changelogs for security fixes
  • Test updates in non-production first
  • Apply security patches promptly
  • Subscribe to security advisories

Dependency Management

  • Update container images regularly
  • Patch operating systems
  • Update database software
  • Monitor for vulnerability announcements