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SecurityPublished on June 18, 2026 · 6 min read
Digital asset security checklist: 12 controls every company should have
From access to keys, from backups to incident response. An objective checklist to assess the security of your digital portfolio today.
Digital asset security isn't a project — it's a routine. This checklist gathers the controls we consider fundamental in any assessment. Use it to evaluate where your company stands and where to start.
Identity and access
- Mandatory multi-factor authentication on every account with access to assets
- Role-based access, with periodic permission reviews
- Dual approval for sensitive operations (transfers, custody changes)
- Immediate access revocation process on offboarding
Keys and secrets
- API keys and credentials stored in a dedicated vault — never in code or spreadsheets
- Periodic rotation of keys and certificates, with records
- Inventory of every key in use, with owner and purpose
Data and continuity
- Encryption in transit and at rest for sensitive data
- Regular backups with documented restore tests
- Continuity plan for the most critical assets
Monitoring and response
- Centralized logging of access and changes, with defined retention
- Alerts for anomalous access and out-of-pattern movements
How to use the checklist
Mark each item as 'implemented', 'partial' or 'absent'. Prioritize the absent ones in identity and access — that's where most incidents start. Then move on to keys and secrets, and only then to continuity and monitoring.
Key takeaways
- Identity and access are the first line: MFA, roles, dual approval and fast revocation.
- Keys and secrets need a vault, rotation and an inventory.
- Backups only truly exist when restoration is tested.
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