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A comprehensive overview of Flank’s security posture, compliance frameworks, and data protection standards.
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Compliance

Overview of Flank's security and compliance frameworks.

ISO 42001

Global standard for the responsible and ethical management of Artificial Intelligence (AI).

SOC 2 Type 2

Audit certifying the continuous operational effectiveness of security controls.

GDPR

EU regulation governing the protection and processing of personal data.

CCPA

California law granting consumers control over their personal data, including the right to opt out of its sale or sharing.

Resources

Flank's certifications, audit reports, and accreditation documents.

SOC 2 Type 2 – Report

The SOC 2 Type 2 Report provides independent validation of the design and operating effectiveness of Flank’s security controls over a continuous period. This report confirms our sustained commitment to protecting your data.

ISO 42001 – Certificate

The ISO 42001 Certification validates that Flank implements a robust Artificial Intelligence Management System (AIMS). This framework ensures the responsible, ethical, and transparent development and deployment of our AI features, providing governance over related legal, safety, and fairness considerations. AIMS-LE-103025

How Flank uses LLMs – FAQ

Our LLM FAQ provides complete transparency into our use of Large Language Models (LLMs). This document details our data handling practices, security controls around prompt injection, assurances on whether customer data is used for model training, and our guidelines for ethical AI usage.

Data Processing Agreement

The Data Processing Agreement (DPA) is our contractual commitment to meet stringent global data protection regulations, including the GDPR and CCPA. It legally outlines our roles and responsibilities as a Data Processor to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and lawful handling of your end-user personal data.

Subprocessors

Google Cloud

Cloud computing, LLMs

Anthropic

LLMs

OpenAI

LLMs

Mailgun

Email sending service

MongoDB

Database

Azure

LLMs

Monitoring

Continuously monitored by Secureframe

Monitoring

Change Management

Secure Development Policy
A Secure Development Policy defines the requirements for secure software and system development and maintenance.
Change Management Policy
A Change Management Policy governs the documenting, tracking, testing, and approving of system, network, security, and infrastructure changes.
Production Data Use is Restricted
Production data is not used in the development and testing environments, unless required for debugging customer issues.
Segregation of Environments
Development, staging, and production environments are segregated.
Configuration and Asset Management Policy
A Configuration and Asset Management Policy governs configurations for new sensitive systems

Availability

Backup Restoration Testing
Backed-up data is restored to a non-production environment at least annually to validate the integrity of backups.
Uptime and Availability Monitoring
System tools monitors for uptime and availability based on predetermined criteria.
Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Policy
Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Policy governs required processes for restoring the service or supporting infrastructure after suffering a disaster or disruption.
Testing the Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Plan
The Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Plan is periodically tested via tabletop exercises or equivalents. When necessary, Management makes changes to the Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Plan based on the test results.

Organizational Management

Information Security Policy
An Information Security Policy establishes the security requirements for maintaining the security, confidentiality, integrity, and availability of applications, systems, infrastructure, and data.
Organizational Chart
Management maintains a formal organizational chart to clearly identify positions of authority and the lines of communication, and publishes the organizational chart to internal personnel.
Disciplinary Action
Personnel who violate information security policies are subject to disciplinary action and such disciplinary action is clearly documented in one or more policies.
Background Checks
Background checks or their equivalent are performed before or promptly after a new hires start date, as permitted by local laws.
New Hire Screening
Hiring managers screen new hires or internal transfers to assess their qualifications, experience, and competency to fulfill their responsibilities. New hires sign confidentiality agreements or equivalents upon hire.
Roles and Responsibilities
Information security roles and responsibilities are outlined for personnel responsible for the security, availability, and confidentiality of the system.
Internal Control Monitoring
A continuous monitoring solution monitors internal controls used in the achievement of service commitments and system requirements.
Independent Advisor
The board of directors or equivalent entity function includes senior management and external advisors, who are independent from the company's operations. An information security team has also been established to govern cybersecurity.
Code of Conduct
A Code of Conduct outlines ethical expectations, behavior standards, and ramifications of noncompliance.
Internal Control Policy
An Internal Control Policy identifies how a system of controls should be maintained to safeguard assets, promote operational efficiency, and encourage adherence to prescribed managerial policies.
Information Security Program Review
Management is responsible for the design, implementation, and management of the organization’s security policies and procedures. The policies and procedures are reviewed by management at least annually.
Advisor Meetings on Security
Senior management and/or board of directors meets at least annually to review business goals, company initiatives, resource needs, risk management activities, and other internal/external matters. The information security team meets at least annually to discuss security risks, roles & responsibilities, controls, changes, audit results and/or other matters as necessary.
Acceptable Use Policy
An Acceptable Use Policy defines standards for appropriate and secure use of company hardware and electronic systems including storage media, communication tools and internet access.
Performance Reviews
Internal personnel are evaluated via a formal performance review at least annually
Cybersecurity Insurance
Cybersecurity insurance has been procured to help minimize the financial impact of cybersecurity loss events.
Performance Review Policy
A Performance Review Policy provides personnel context and transparency into their performance and career development processes.

Confidentiality

Disposal of Customer Data
Upon customer request, Company requires that data that is no longer needed from databases and other file stores is removed in accordance with agreed-upon customer requirements.
Data Retention and Disposal Policy
A Data Retention and Disposal Policy specifies how customer data is to be retained and disposed of based on compliance requirements and contractual obligations.
Retention of Customer Data
Procedures are in place to retain customer data based on agreed-upon customer requirements or in line with information security policies.
Data Classification Policy
A Data Classification Policy details the security and handling protocols for sensitive data.

Vulnerability Management

Third-Party Penetration Test
A 3rd party is engaged to conduct a network and application penetration test of the production environment at least annually. Critical and high-risk findings are tracked through resolution.
Vulnerability and Patch Management Policy
A Vulnerability Management and Patch Management Policy outlines the processes to efficiently respond to identified vulnerabilities.

Incident Response

Incident Response Plan
An Incident Response Plan outlines the process of identifying, prioritizing, communicating, assigning and tracking confirmed incidents through to resolution.
Tracking a Security Incident
Identified incidents are documented, tracked, and analyzed according to the Incident Response Plan.
Incident Response Plan Testing
The Incident Response Plan is periodically tested via tabletop exercises or equivalents. When necessary, Management makes changes to the Incident Response Plan based on the test results.
Lessons Learned
After any identified security incident has been resolved, management provides a "Lessons Learned" document to the team in order to continually improve security and operations.

Risk Assessment

Vendor Due Diligence Review
Vendor SOC 2 reports (or equivalent) are collected and reviewed on at least an annual basis.
Vendor Risk Management Policy
A Vendor Risk Management Policy defines a framework for the onboarding and management of the vendor relationship lifecycle.
Risk Register
A risk register is maintained, which records the risk mitigation strategies for identified risks, and the development or modification of controls consistent with the risk mitigation strategy.
Vendor Risk Assessment
New vendors are assessed in accordance with the Vendor Risk Management Policy prior to engaging with the vendor. Reassessment occurs at least annually.
Risk Assessment and Treatment Policy
A Risk Assessment and Treatment Policy governs the process for conducting risk assessments to account for threats, vulnerabilities, likelihood, and impact with respect to assets, team members, customers, vendors, suppliers, and partners. Risk tolerance and strategies are also defined in the policy.
Risk Assessment
Formal risk assessments are performed, which includes the identification of relevant internal and external threats related to security, availability, confidentiality, and fraud, and an analysis of risks associated with those threats.

Network Security

Network Traffic Monitoring
Security tools are implemented to provide monitoring of network traffic to the production environment.
Network Security Policy
A Network Security Policy identifies the requirements for protecting information and systems within and across networks.
Endpoint Security
Company endpoints are managed and configured with a strong password policy, anti-virus, and hard drive encryption

Access Security

Asset Inventory
A list of system assets, components, and respective owners are maintained and reviewed at least annually
Removal of Access
Upon termination or when internal personnel no longer require access, system access is removed, as applicable.
Access to Product is Restricted
Non-console access to production infrastructure is restricted to users with a unique SSH key or access key
Encryption-in-Transit
Service data transmitted over the internet is encrypted-in-transit.
Encryption and Key Management Policy
An Encryption and Key Management Policy supports the secure encryption and decryption of app secrets, and governs the use of cryptographic controls.
Encryption-at-Rest
Service data is encrypted-at-rest.
Access Control and Termination Policy
An Access Control and Termination Policy governs authentication and access to applicable systems, data, and networks.
Unique Access IDs
Personnel are assigned unique IDs to access sensitive systems, networks, and information

Communications

Terms of Service
Terms of Service or the equivalent are published or shared to external users.
Confidential Reporting Channel
A confidential reporting channel is made available to internal personnel and external parties to report security and other identified concerns.
Privacy Policy
A Privacy Policy to both external users and internal personnel. This policy details the company's privacy commitments.
Communication of Security Commitments
Security commitments and expectations are communicated to both internal personnel and external users via the company's website.
Description of Services
Descriptions of the company's services and systems are available to both internal personnel and external users.
Communication of Critical Information
Critical information is communicated to external parties, as applicable.