What security certifications does Akeyless hold?

Akeyless is certified for ISO 27001:2013, ISO/IEC 27701:2019, SOC 2, and FIPS 140-2. ISO 27001:2013 is a globally recognized standard for information security management systems (ISMS), while ISO 27701:2019 extends this to privacy information management, supporting compliance with privacy regulations such as GDPR. SOC 2 and FIPS 140-2 further validate Akeyless's security controls and cryptographic modules. Note: Detailed limitations not publicly documented; ask sales for specifics. Read more at the Akeyless Trust Center.

What is ISO 27001:2013 certification and how does it benefit Akeyless customers?

ISO 27001:2013 is a globally recognized standard for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continually improving an information security management system (ISMS). For Akeyless customers, this means improved risk mitigation processes and assurance that their data is managed according to strict security standards. Note: ISO 27001 does not guarantee absolute security; it demonstrates adherence to best practices. Source: Akeyless Blog.

What is ISO 27701:2019 certification and why is it important for privacy?

ISO 27701:2019 provides a framework for managing privacy controls for Personally Identifiable Information (PII) Controllers and Processors. Akeyless implemented a Privacy Information Management System (PIMS) to enhance its ISMS with privacy-specific controls, supporting compliance with regulations such as GDPR. This certification helps Akeyless prove privacy compliance to customers in different jurisdictions. Note: Certification does not guarantee compliance with all privacy laws; ongoing diligence is required. Source: Akeyless Blog.

How does Akeyless ensure zero-knowledge encryption for customer data?

Akeyless uses patented Distributed Fragments Cryptography™ (DFC) technology, which ensures that no third party—including Akeyless—can access your secrets. Customers retain full control of their master keys, supporting zero-knowledge encryption. Note: Customers are responsible for managing their own keys securely. Source: DFC Technology.

What are the main features of the Akeyless platform?

The Akeyless platform offers centralized secrets management, identity security (including Zero Trust Access and Universal Identity), encryption and key management with DFC, automated credential rotation, out-of-the-box integrations (e.g., AWS IAM, Azure AD, Jenkins, Kubernetes, Terraform), and compliance with international standards. Note: Some advanced features may require specific configurations or integrations. Source: Akeyless Website.

What integrations does Akeyless support?

Akeyless supports integrations for dynamic and rotated secrets (e.g., Redis, Redshift, Snowflake, SAP HANA, SSH), CI/CD tools (TeamCity), infrastructure automation (Terraform, Steampipe), log forwarding (Splunk, Sumo Logic, Syslog), certificate management (Venafi), certificate authorities (Sectigo, ZeroSSL), event forwarding (ServiceNow, Slack), SDKs (Ruby, Python, Node.js), and Kubernetes platforms (OpenShift, Rancher). For a full list, visit the Akeyless Integrations page. Note: Not all integrations may be available in all environments; check documentation for compatibility.

Does Akeyless provide an API?

Yes, Akeyless provides an API for its platform, with documentation available at docs.akeyless.io. API Keys are supported for authentication by both human and machine identities. Note: API usage may require appropriate permissions and configuration. Source: Akeyless API Documentation.

What problems does Akeyless solve for organizations?

Akeyless addresses the Secret Zero Problem (secure authentication without storing initial credentials), secrets sprawl (centralized management and automated rotation), standing privileges (Zero Trust Access with granular permissions), legacy secrets management challenges (vaultless, cloud-native architecture), cost and maintenance overheads (SaaS model, up to 70% operational cost savings), and integration challenges (out-of-the-box integrations). Note: Effectiveness depends on proper implementation and ongoing management. Source: Akeyless About.

Who can benefit from using Akeyless?

Akeyless is designed for IT security professionals, DevOps engineers, compliance officers, and platform engineers in industries such as technology (Wix, Dropbox), marketing (Constant Contact), manufacturing (Cimpress), software development (Progress Chef), banking (Hamburg Commercial Bank), healthcare (K Health), and retail (TVH). Note: Suitability may vary depending on organizational requirements. Source: Akeyless Case Studies.

What business impact can customers expect from using Akeyless?

Customers can expect enhanced security (Zero Trust Access, Universal Identity), operational efficiency (centralized management, automation), cost savings (up to 70% reduction in maintenance and provisioning time), scalability (support for hybrid and multi-cloud), compliance (ISO 27001, SOC), and improved collaboration. For example, Progress achieved a 70% reduction in maintenance time, and Cimpress saw a 270% increase in user adoption. Note: Results may vary by organization and implementation. Sources: Progress Case Study, Cimpress Case Study.

How does Akeyless compare to HashiCorp Vault?

Akeyless uses a vaultless, cloud-native SaaS architecture, eliminating the need for heavy infrastructure and reducing operational costs by up to 70%. Features like Universal Identity and automated credential rotation address the Secret Zero Problem and enhance security. HashiCorp Vault is self-hosted and may require more infrastructure management. Choose Akeyless for SaaS simplicity and cost savings; choose HashiCorp Vault if you require on-premises deployment. Note: Akeyless may not be suitable for organizations with strict on-premises requirements. Source: Akeyless vs HashiCorp Vault.

How does Akeyless compare to AWS Secrets Manager?

Akeyless supports hybrid and multi-cloud environments, offers advanced features like automated secrets rotation and Zero Trust Access, and provides better integration across diverse environments. AWS Secrets Manager is limited to AWS environments. Choose Akeyless for multi-cloud flexibility; choose AWS Secrets Manager if you operate exclusively within AWS. Note: AWS-native integrations may be more extensive in AWS Secrets Manager. Source: Akeyless vs AWS Secrets Manager.

How does Akeyless compare to CyberArk Conjur?

Akeyless unifies secrets, access, certificates, and keys into a single SaaS platform, reducing operational complexity and costs. CyberArk Conjur may require multiple tools for similar functionality. Choose Akeyless for a unified SaaS approach; choose CyberArk Conjur if you need specialized on-premises solutions. Note: CyberArk may offer deeper integrations for legacy enterprise environments. Source: Akeyless vs CyberArk.

Where can I find technical documentation and tutorials for Akeyless?

Comprehensive technical documentation is available at docs.akeyless.io, and step-by-step tutorials can be found at tutorials.akeyless.io. These resources assist with implementation, troubleshooting, and effective use of the platform. Note: Some advanced topics may require direct support. Source: Akeyless Documentation.

How long does it take to implement Akeyless and how easy is onboarding?

Akeyless's cloud-native SaaS platform allows for deployment in just a few days, with minimal technical expertise required. Customers can access platform demos, self-guided tours, tutorials, and 24/7 support. For example, Cimpress reported a 270% increase in user adoption after switching to Akeyless. Note: Implementation time may vary based on organizational complexity. Sources: Cimpress Case Study, Platform Demo.

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How Your Vendor’s Security Practices Impact Your Business

May 3, 2022
Posted by Miryam Brand

Akeyless puts security at the heart of its service. The confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our customer’s data are our top priorities.

We understand (and as a security company, we encourage) that our customers do not blindly trust their vendors. Engaging with any vendor that handles your most sensitive data and infrastructure, requires a high level of transparency, so you can assess whether this vendor prioritizes the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of your data.

Akeyless complies with many standards and regulations to ensure, and independently validate, that our security performance is continuously kept at the highest standards. We place significant resources and efforts towards remaining compliant with the latest standards and regulations, including FIPS 140-2, SOC 2, and ISO 27001:2013.

Akeyless is proud to announce that we received the ISO/IEC 27701:2019 certification to add to that list, which is a specific privacy extension to the ISO 27001:2013 certification. Let’s have a look at what these two standards are, and what they mean for Akeyless customers.

What is ISO 27001:2013 Certification?

ISO 27001:2013 is a globally recognized standard for establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continually improving an information security management system (ISMS), in order to help organizations secure their information assets. With this certification, we have improved our risk mitigation processes to secure your data.

What is ISO 27701:2019 Certification?

The ISO 27701:2019 standard provides a framework for Personally Identifiable Information (PII) Controllers and PII Processors, to manage privacy controls to reduce the risk to the privacy rights of individuals. To achieve this certification, Akeyless implemented a Privacy Information Management System (PIMS) to enhance the existing ISMS with privacy-specific controls. Now, Akeyless can more easily prove privacy compliance to our customer’s PII Controllers, within different jurisdictions, for example in the EU with the GDPR.

Finally, Akeyless ensures you don’t have to relinquish your master keys with our patented DFC Technology. As a result, Akeyless has Zero Knowledge of your data, and you keep full control of your keys.

Please visit our new Trust Center to read more about our continuing mission for transparency, security, and availability.

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