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CIS Benchmark Audit

Configuration hardening audit against CIS Benchmarks for Windows, Linux, AWS, Azure, GCP and container platforms. Identify hardening gaps and deliver a prioritized remediation roadmap.

Automated + manual testing 1-2 week delivery (by size) Starts from INR 25K Instant response, no delay Free retest included

At a Glance

  • Engagement type: CIS Benchmark configuration audit and gap analysis
  • Coverage: Windows, Linux, AWS, Azure, GCP, Kubernetes, Docker, web servers, databases
  • Typical duration: 1-2 weeks total, based on asset count and platform mix
  • Starts from INR 25,000: fixed price scoped after a free 30-minute call
  • Response time: instant, no delay. We start same day or next business day after scoping

What is It?

A CIS Benchmark audit assesses your server, endpoint, cloud and container infrastructure against the Center for Internet Security's hardening benchmarks. We identify configuration gaps in OS, network, access control and audit policies, then deliver a prioritized remediation roadmap with auto-remediation scripts where applicable.

Codesecure's CIS audit is delivered by consultants experienced with Windows, Linux, AWS, Azure, GCP and Kubernetes hardening. Every engagement combines automated scanning with manual validation. Output includes CIS Level 1 (baseline) and Level 2 (defense-in-depth) recommendations mapped to your compliance frameworks.

Why It Matters

CIS Benchmarks are the de-facto baseline for secure configuration across operating systems and cloud platforms. They are referenced by ISO 27001, SOC 2, PCI DSS, HIPAA and most compliance frameworks. A documented CIS audit demonstrates configuration maturity to auditors and customers.

Indian enterprises pursuing ISO 27001 or SOC 2 certification routinely face questions about configuration baselines and hardening evidence. RBI examinations probe whether servers and endpoints follow industry baselines. CIS Benchmarks provide the answer in a recognized format.

What We Test

Comprehensive coverage of the most exploitable risk categories for this service:

Operating System HardeningCIS Benchmarks for Windows Server 2019/2022, Windows 10/11, RHEL, Ubuntu, Debian
Cloud Provider HardeningCIS AWS Foundations, Azure Foundations, GCP Foundations benchmarks
Container & OrchestrationCIS Kubernetes Benchmark, Docker Benchmark, OpenShift hardening
Web Server HardeningCIS Apache HTTPD, Nginx, IIS benchmarks
Database HardeningCIS MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, SQL Server, Oracle benchmarks
Network Device HardeningCIS Cisco IOS, Palo Alto, Check Point benchmarks
Endpoint HardeningCIS Windows desktop, macOS, Linux desktop benchmarks
Audit & LoggingAudit policy coverage, log forwarding, retention, integrity
Compliance MappingFindings mapped to ISO 27001, SOC 2, PCI DSS, HIPAA, NIST controls
Remediation ScriptsPowerShell, Bash, Ansible, Chef, Puppet, Terraform snippets where applicable

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Our Methodology

Every engagement follows a 5-phase methodology aligned with PTES, NIST SP 800-115 and OWASP testing guides:

1

Scoping & Reconnaissance

Free scoping call, signed NDA, fixed-price proposal in 24-48 hours. Asset discovery, OSINT, attack surface mapping.

2

Threat Modeling

Targeted threat models against OWASP, MITRE ATT&CK, your specific business logic and applicable compliance frameworks.

3

Automated & Manual Testing

Automated scanning (CIS-CAT Pro, Lynis, Microsoft Security Compliance Toolkit, cloud-native CSPM) combined with manual validation by configuration security consultants. Custom checks for your environment-specific requirements.

4

Reporting & Walkthrough

Executive summary plus technical report mapped to OWASP, CVSS v3.1 and your compliance frameworks. Live walkthrough with your engineering team.

5

Retest & Sign-Off

Free retest of all critical and high findings within 30 days. Formal sign-off letter and certificate. Customer data deleted 90 days after sign-off.

What You Get

Every engagement ships with the same audit-ready evidence pack:

Executive SummaryBoard-ready PDF with business impact, risk posture and prioritised actions
Technical ReportDeveloper-actionable findings with PoC evidence, CVSS scores and code-level fixes
Engagement CertificateSigned certificate suitable for customer and regulator evidence
Free RetestValidation of all critical/high fixes within 30 days at no additional cost
Compliance MappingFindings mapped to ISO 27001, SOC 2, PCI DSS, HIPAA, DPDP Act controls
Engineering WalkthroughLive session with your team to clarify findings and fix approach

Engagement Timeline

Most engagements complete in 1-2 weeks based on environment size. Instant response, no delay, we start the same day or next business day after scoping.

Day 1-2

Scoping & Kickoff

Free 30-minute call, NDA, fixed-price proposal, environment access and threat modeling. We start immediately after sign-off.

Day 3-10

Active Testing

Automated scanning plus deep manual testing by certified consultants. Daily status updates. Critical findings flagged immediately.

Day 10-14

Reporting & Walkthrough

Executive and technical reports delivered. Live walkthrough with engineering. Free retest scheduled within 30 days.

Transparent Pricing

Fixed-price engagements based on environment size and complexity. No hidden costs, no per-finding surprises.

Starts from INR 25K
Final price scoped to your environment Varies by size, complexity and scope. Fixed price confirmed after a free 30-minute scoping call. Instant response, no delay.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Do you cover all CIS Benchmarks?

Yes, the major ones: Windows Server/Desktop, Linux (RHEL, Ubuntu, Debian, Amazon Linux, CentOS), AWS, Azure, GCP, Kubernetes, Docker, Apache, Nginx, MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, SQL Server, Cisco network devices. Other benchmarks quoted separately.

Will the audit affect production servers?

Read-only by default. We use approved hardening tools that read configurations without modifying them. Optional auto-remediation scripts are provided but never executed by us; your team implements changes under your change control process.

How long does a CIS audit take?

Most engagements complete in 1-2 weeks. Small environments under 20 assets: 5-7 days; mid-size (20-100 assets): 10-12 days; enterprise (100+ assets): 2-3 weeks. Instant response, testing starts same/next business day after scoping.

What does it cost in INR?

Pricing starts from INR 25,000 and varies by asset count, platform mix and benchmark scope (Level 1 vs. Level 2). Fixed price after free 30-minute scoping call.

How quickly can you start?

Instant response, no delay. Response within an hour during business hours, proposal within 24-48 hours under signed NDA, audit starts same/next business day after access provided.

Do you help implement the recommended hardening?

Yes, optional follow-on engagement. Many clients use the audit report as a roadmap and implement internally; others engage us for hardening implementation alongside their team.

Can findings be used for ISO 27001 or SOC 2 evidence?

Yes. CIS Benchmark audit reports are directly usable as ISO 27001 Annex A.8.9 (Configuration Management), SOC 2 Common Criteria CC6/CC7, and PCI DSS Requirement 2 evidence. We map findings to your specific framework on request.

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