Electionware Security Features and Audit Processes

This document is a security fact sheet detailing the security features and audit processes of Electionware, an election management software. It outlines the system security measures, including the use of a hardened server dedicated to election operations, multifactor authentication, and restricted user roles to ensure secure access. The document describes physical access controls that require a strong security plan to limit access to authorized personnel. Additionally, it explains the audit log functionality, which tracks all system processes and user actions, allowing for filtering and sorting of records. The audit logs are immutable and operate continuously during election processes. It also discusses the support for post-election audits, emphasizing the efficiency of comparing ballot images with cast vote records. The document concludes with an overview of ES&S's security philosophy, which includes design, testing, and implementation practices aimed at ensuring secure and accurate elections.