Salesforce: Application-level security controls

To ensure the security of your organization's data and functionality in Salesforce, follow these steps:

Review and enable security features:

1. Go to Salesforce Setup and select "Security".
2. Review the available security features, such as Event Monitoring, Platform Encryption, and Field Audit Trail.
3. Enable the features that are appropriate for your organization's needs.

Configure security settings:

1. For Event Monitoring, configure the settings for monitoring and logging of events, such as login attempts, data changes, and Apex execution.
2. For Platform Encryption, configure the settings for encrypting sensitive data at rest and in transit.
3. For Field Audit Trail, configure the settings for tracking changes to specific fields in Salesforce objects.

Assign security settings to profiles:

1. In Salesforce Setup, go to "Users" and select "Profiles".
2. Assign the appropriate security settings to each profile based on the user's role and responsibilities.

Regularly review security logs:

1. In Salesforce Setup, go to "Security" and select the relevant security feature.
2. Review the logs regularly to detect any suspicious activity or potential security breaches.
3. Take action as needed, such as disabling a user's access or investigating a suspicious event.

Use Salesforce Sandbox for testing:

1. In Salesforce Setup, go to "Sandboxes" and create a new sandbox for testing and development.
2. Use the sandbox for testing and development instead of the production environment to prevent accidental changes or data breaches.

Keep your Salesforce instance up to date:

1. In Salesforce Setup, go to "Upgrade" to check for new releases and security patches.
2. Install any available updates to ensure that you are protected against known security vulnerabilities.

Train users on security best practices:

1. Develop a training program for your users, including topics such as strong password policies, recognizing phishing attempts, and secure data handling.
2. Deliver the training to all users.
3. Regularly review and update the training program.

Remember to regularly review and monitor security logs, keep your Salesforce instance up to date with the latest security patches, and educate your users on security best practices. However, these steps are not a substitute for professional security audit, so it's important to conduct regular security reviews and assessments to keep the system secure.

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