Salesforce Security Model:
1. Understanding Salesforce Security Features:
• Profiles: Define the baseline permissions for users.
• Roles: Control access to data based on hierarchy.
• Permission Sets: Extend user permissions without changing profiles.
Data Security:
1. Best Practices for Data Encryption:
• Use Salesforce Shield for platform encryption.
• Ensure sensitive data is encrypted at rest and in transit.
2. Protecting Sensitive Data Within Your App:
• Implement field-level security.
• Use validation rules to enforce data integrity.
Authentication and Authorization:
1. Implementing OAuth for Secure Access:
• Use OAuth 2.0 for secure authentication.
• Configure connected apps and manage OAuth policies.
2. Managing User Authentication and Session Security:
• Set up multi-factor authentication (MFA).
• Configure session timeout settings for enhanced security.
Secure Coding Practices:
1. Writing Secure Apex Code:
• Follow Salesforce’s secure coding guidelines.
• Avoid using hard-coded credentials.
2. Avoiding Common Vulnerabilities:
• Prevent SOQL injection by using bind variables.
• Sanitize user inputs to avoid cross-site scripting (XSS).
Monitoring and Incident Response:
1. Setting Up Security Monitoring:
• Use Salesforce Shield Event Monitoring.
• Monitor login history and setup audit trails.
2. Responding to Security Incidents and Breaches:
• Have an incident response plan in place.
• Regularly review and update your security measures.
