Application security requirements
Information security requirements should be identified, specified and approved when developing or acquiring applications.
Purpose
To ensure security is built into applications from requirements through implementation.
Implementation Guidance
Define security requirements early in project lifecycle
Include input validation, authentication, and authorization requirements
Specify encryption and data protection requirements
Define logging and monitoring requirements
Validate security requirements are implemented
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