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Gruve’s Comprehensive IT Security Assessment for a Major Airport

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At a glance

Gruve provided the airport with a comprehensive IT security assessment that addressed vulnerabilities across multiple platforms. Our proactive approach included detailed assessments of internal servers, web applications, and critical infrastructure, leading to effective remediation strategies. Ultimately, our partnership resulted in a 75% reduction in vulnerabilities, ensuring the airport could operate securely in a challenging cyber landscape.

75%

Reduction in network security incidents

About the client

The airport is a major international transit hub, committed to ensuring the highest standards of security for its operations and passengers. With millions of travelers passing through annually, the airport recognizes the need for a best and secure IT security framework to safeguard its systems, data, and overall infrastructure from potential threats.

Challenges

The airport faced significant challenges in its IT security landscape, including the presence of vulnerabilities across internal servers, web applications, and database systems. Additionally, their legacy infrastructure, including UFIS and ARINC systems, required urgent assessments to identify weaknesses. These issues created potential risks of data breaches and operational disruptions, necessitating a comprehensive security evaluation.

Solutions

  • Conducted a comprehensive vulnerability assessment of internal servers to identify security flaws.
  • Performed in-depth evaluations of web applications to detect common vulnerabilities like SQL injection.
  • Executed detailed database assessments to ensure data integrity and security.
  • Evaluated web configuration of critical systems, optimizing security protocols.
  • Assessed UFIS and ARINC infrastructure to uncover and address vulnerabilities.
  • Implemented vulnerability assessment and penetration testing (VA/PT) of wireless access points.
  • Reviewed network devices and configurations, followed by strategic remediation measures.

Results and benefits

The solution ensured a safer travel environment for passengers and staff and enabled seamless airport operations with minimized risk of disruptions.