Security Configuration
Complete guide to securing your Klasstra system and protecting sensitive data.
Security Areas
Authentication Security
Secure user authentication and access controls
- Password policies and requirements
- Two-factor authentication (2FA)
- Account lockout policies
- Session management
- Single sign-on (SSO) integration
Data Protection
Protect sensitive student and institutional data
- Data encryption at rest and in transit
- Database security
- Backup encryption
- Data anonymization
- Privacy controls
Access Control
Control who can access what information
- Role-based permissions
- IP address restrictions
- Time-based access controls
- API access management
- Audit logging
Threat Protection
Protect against security threats and attacks
- Intrusion detection
- Malware protection
- DDoS protection
- Security monitoring
- Incident response
API Security
Secure API access and integrations
- API key management
- OAuth 2.0 implementation
- Rate limiting
- Request validation
- API monitoring
Infrastructure Security
Secure server and network infrastructure
- Server hardening
- Network security
- SSL/TLS configuration
- Firewall rules
- Security updates
Security Configuration Steps
Configure Password Policies
Set up strong password requirements for all users
- 1Navigate to Admin → Security → Password Policies
- 2Set minimum password length (recommended: 8+ characters)
- 3Enable complexity requirements (uppercase, lowercase, numbers, symbols)
- 4Set password expiration period (recommended: 90 days)
- 5Enable password history to prevent reuse
Enable Two-Factor Authentication
Add an extra layer of security to user accounts
- 1Go to Admin → Security → Two-Factor Authentication
- 2Enable 2FA for administrators
- 3Configure 2FA for teachers (optional)
- 4Set up backup codes for account recovery
- 5Test 2FA functionality
Set Up Audit Logging
Track all system activities for security monitoring
- 1Navigate to Admin → Security → Audit Logging
- 2Enable comprehensive audit logging
- 3Configure log retention period
- 4Set up log monitoring alerts
- 5Test audit log functionality
Configure API Security
Secure API access and integrations
- 1Go to Admin → Security → API Security
- 2Enable API key authentication
- 3Set up rate limiting
- 4Configure IP restrictions for API access
- 5Monitor API usage and security
Security Checklist
Use this checklist to ensure your Klasstra system is properly secured:
Authentication
Data Protection
Access Control
Network Security
Security Best Practices
General Security
- Keep system and software updated
- Use strong, unique passwords
- Enable two-factor authentication
- Regular security audits
Data Protection
- Encrypt sensitive data
- Regular backup testing
- Access control monitoring
- Incident response planning
Compliance & Regulations
Ensure your Klasstra system complies with relevant data protection regulations:
GDPR Compliance
European data protection regulation
- • Data subject rights
- • Consent management
- • Data portability
- • Right to be forgotten
FERPA Compliance
US educational privacy law
- • Student record protection
- • Parent access rights
- • Directory information
- • Disclosure controls
COPPA Compliance
Children's online privacy protection
- • Parental consent
- • Data collection limits
- • Security requirements
- • Data retention policies
Security Monitoring
Implement continuous security monitoring to detect and respond to threats:
Monitoring Tools
- Real-time security alerts
- Login attempt monitoring
- System performance monitoring
- Audit log analysis
Response Procedures
- Incident response plan
- Emergency contact procedures
- Data breach notification
- Recovery procedures
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