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- A third-party security assessment, also referred to as a third party assessment or third party security assessment, is a comprehensive analysis of all software system code, documentation, and practices carried out by a separate third party security company.
- An external audit, which is another name for a third-party security audit, involves contracting a third-party business to examine your security posture or the security posture of your suppliers. The external audit team will evaluate your security procedures using their skills and knowledge and offer personalized recommendations for improvement.
- To further understand your degree of security maturity, you can request a third-party security assessment on your own. If you collaborate with suppliers, they can also ask you to participate in an independent security audit for them.
- Clients seek more reassurance that a company can be trusted with their private information as reports of security concerns and data breaches increase. Businesses aim to follow best practices and industry standards when it comes to security, and in certain cases, compliance with those standards is mandated by law or a contract.
- A third-party audit shows your company's dedication to protecting customer data and its assets and reassures your clients and consumers.
