SayPro Access Control & Encryption Implementation Plan

📅 Implementation Period: 02-01-2025 to 02-07-2025

1. Introduction

To enhance SayPro’s digital security, this implementation plan focuses on:

• Encrypting sensitive content to prevent unauthorized access.
• Implementing Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) to restrict permissions based on user roles.

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2. Encryption of Sensitive Content

2.1. Data Encryption Standards

✅ Encryption Algorithms:

• Use AES-256 encryption for storing sensitive content.
• Enable TLS 1.3 encryption for secure data transmission over the website.

✅ Encrypted Content Storage:

• Encrypt posts, media files, user data, and confidential reports before storage.
• Implement end-to-end encryption (E2EE) for internal communications.

✅ Secure Backup Encryption:

• Encrypt all backup files stored on cloud and local servers.
• Apply multi-layer encryption for highly sensitive content.

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3. Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) Implementation

3.1. Defining User Roles & Permissions

📌 Admin: Full access to content, security settings, and encryption management.
📌 Editor: Can create, edit, and publish posts but cannot change security settings.
📌 Contributor: Can draft content but needs admin/editor approval to publish.
📌 Viewer: Can access public content only.

✅ Two-Factor Authentication (2FA):

• Enforce 2FA for all admins and content editors.
• Use authenticator apps (Google Authenticator, Microsoft Authenticator).

✅ Session Management & Auto Logout:

• Set automatic session timeouts for inactive users.
• Restrict multiple simultaneous logins from different locations.

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4. Implementation Steps & Timeline

📅 Day 1-2: Encryption Setup

• Configure AES-256 encryption for stored data.
• Enable SSL/TLS encryption for website traffic.

📅 Day 3-4: Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) Implementation

• Assign user roles & permissions.
• Restrict high-level access to authorized personnel only.

📅 Day 5-6: Security Testing & Adjustments

• Conduct penetration testing to check for vulnerabilities.
• Monitor access logs for unusual activity.

📅 Day 7: Training & Compliance Check

• Train employees on secure login practices.
• Ensure compliance with data protection laws (GDPR, POPIA, etc.).

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5. Conclusion

By encrypting sensitive data and enforcing strict access controls, SayPro will ensure secure digital content management and prevent unauthorized access.

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