Compliance Guides

Access Control, Explained

Plain-language guides on every major compliance framework — written for small organisations preparing for their first audit. What auditors test, what evidence you need, and how to produce it without a dedicated compliance team.

SOC 2 Type II

SOC 2 Type II Access Controls: What Auditors Check and How to Pass

The CC6 series is the most tested section of a SOC 2 audit. Learn exactly what CPA auditors examine, why access reviews are the most common deficiency finding, and how to produce evidence that closes the gap.

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ISO 27001:2022

ISO 27001:2022 Access Control Requirements: A Practical Evidence Guide

Controls A.5.15 through A.5.18 demand documented access rights with periodic reviews. Discover what certification auditors look for at Stage 2 and how to turn policy into provable implementation.

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PCI DSS v4.0

PCI DSS v4.0 Requirements 7 & 8: Access Control for Cardholder Data

Version 4.0 introduced mandatory semi-annual access reviews for all users with access to the cardholder data environment. Understand what QSAs test and how to meet the new requirements efficiently.

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HIPAA

HIPAA Security Rule Access Controls: A Guide for Covered Entities

Section §164.312 requires unique user identification, access controls, and complete audit trails for ePHI systems. Learn what OCR investigators look for and what evidence your organization must maintain.

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GDPR Art. 32

GDPR Article 32 and Access Control: Demonstrating Appropriate Technical Security

Article 32 requires appropriate technical measures; Article 5(2) requires you to prove it. Understand how DPAs assess access control during breach investigations and what evidence closes your accountability gap.

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