Security First, Always
Security isn't an afterthought—it's the foundation. Our system is built on Qubes OS, the most secure operating system available, with NIST SP 800-53 controls integrated from the ground up.
Defense in Depth
Multiple security layers ensure no single point of failure
Least Privilege
Access limited to only what's necessary for each task
Separation of Duties
Critical operations require multiple isolated components
Zero Trust
Never trust, always verify—every request is authenticated
Qubes OS Security Architecture
Hardware-enforced isolation through the Xen hypervisor. Each virtual machine operates in complete isolation—compromise of one cannot spread to others.
Breach Containment
Compromise of one VM cannot spread to others. Each workload is completely isolated at the hardware level.
Sensitive Isolation
Critical operations happen in air-gapped environments with no network access—physically impossible to exfiltrate.
Clear Boundaries
Network-connected and air-gapped workloads are separated by hardware-enforced boundaries.
NIST SP 800-53 Compliance
Comprehensive control implementation across all major NIST SP 800-53 control families. Audit-ready documentation and evidence collection built in.
| Control Family | Key Controls | Our Implementation |
|---|---|---|
| Access Control (AC) | AC-2, AC-3, AC-6 | VM isolation, least privilege access, no shared accounts between security domains |
| Audit & Accountability (AU) | AU-2, AU-3, AU-6, AU-9 | Comprehensive logging, tamper-evident audit trails, automated log review, protected log storage |
| Configuration Management (CM) | CM-2, CM-3, CM-7 | Documented baseline configurations, change control workflow, minimal functionality principle |
| Contingency Planning (CP) | CP-9, CP-10 | Encrypted backups with integrity verification, tested recovery procedures, air-gapped storage |
| Identification & Auth (IA) | IA-2, IA-5 | Strong authentication requirements, secure credential storage in isolated vault |
| System & Comm Protection (SC) | SC-7, SC-8, SC-28 | Boundary protection via VM isolation, encrypted transmission, AES-256 encryption at rest |
| System & Info Integrity (SI) | SI-3, SI-4, SI-7 | Malicious code scanning, continuous monitoring, software integrity verification |
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Every component is designed with security as the primary requirement.
Cryptographic Security
Enterprise-grade encryption using quantum-resistant symmetric algorithms.
- AES-256-GCM encryption for data at rest
- LUKS2 with Argon2id key derivation
- SHA-512 integrity verification
- Quantum-resistant symmetric algorithms
Audit Trail Security
Tamper-evident logging with cryptographic verification.
- Immutable logging with hash chains
- Merkle tree verification for integrity
- Centralized aggregation in audit VM
- Real-time anomaly detection
Code Security
Automated security scanning and supply chain protection.
- Dangerous pattern detection (no curl|bash)
- SHA-pinned dependencies
- No eval, no hardcoded credentials
- Mandatory review workflow
Backup Security
Encrypted, verified backups with tested recovery.
- AES-256 encryption at rest
- Integrity verification before/after
- Air-gapped storage option
- Tested recovery procedures
Threat Model
We've designed our system to protect against real-world threats, not theoretical ones.
Malware & Ransomware
Mitigation: VM isolation prevents spread. Even if one VM is compromised, others remain completely isolated at the hardware level.
Data Exfiltration
Mitigation: Air-gapped VMs have no network access. Sensitive data physically cannot leave the isolated environment.
Insider Threats
Mitigation: Comprehensive audit trails, separation of duties, and least privilege access make unauthorized actions visible and difficult.
Supply Chain Attacks
Mitigation: SHA-pinned dependencies, mandatory code review, and automated security scanning catch malicious code before deployment.
Credential Theft
Mitigation: No hardcoded secrets in code, credentials stored in isolated vault VM, automated scanning for exposed secrets.
Future Quantum Threats
Mitigation: Quantum-resistant symmetric encryption (AES-256, SHA-512). Roadmap for NIST post-quantum cryptography standards.
Security Boundaries
Only Work VM has network access
Xen hypervisor enforced isolation
Separate encrypted volumes per VM
No shared accounts across domains
Standards & Compliance
Built to meet and exceed industry security standards.
NIST SP 800-53 Rev 5
Full control family coverage with documented implementation statements and evidence collection.
NIST Cybersecurity Framework
Aligned with Identify, Protect, Detect, Respond, and Recover functions.
CIS Controls
Implementation of critical security controls for effective cyber defense.
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We provide detailed control implementation statements, evidence collection procedures, and audit support materials.
Operational Security
Security is a practice, not just a product. These are the operational procedures built into our workflow.
Regular Security Scanning
Automated scans for dangerous patterns, vulnerabilities, and misconfigurations run on every code change.
Prompt Patching Workflow
Security updates are prioritized and applied through a tested promotion pipeline.
Incident Response Procedures
Documented procedures for detecting, containing, and recovering from security incidents.
Security Awareness
Clear documentation and training requirements for secure operation of the system.
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