IBM Storage Security Feature Checklist for Virtualize 8.6

This document is a checklist detailing the security features of IBM Storage Virtualize, IBM Storage FlashSystem, and IBM SAN Volume Controller, specifically for version 8.6. It outlines the various system-level access controls and data security features available to protect against unauthorized access and data breaches. The document is not intended as a best practice guide but serves as a reference for security teams to define policies for implementing these storage solutions. It categorizes security measures into system security and data security. System security includes features like multifactor authentication, role-based access control, and object-based access control, which prevent unauthorized access and ensure visibility of system-level events. Data security focuses on protecting stored data from theft or loss, highlighting features such as encryption and safeguarded copies. The checklist is designed to assist users in reviewing the security capabilities of their IBM storage systems.