Google Cloud Platform Foundations Benchmark Assessment

This document is a technical report detailing the Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Foundations Benchmark Assessment conducted by XTIVIA. The assessment aims to evaluate the security posture of a Google Cloud environment by utilizing the CIS Google Cloud Computing Platform Benchmark, which is a recognized security standard developed through community consensus. The report outlines key assessment categories, including Identity and Access Management, Logging and Monitoring, Networking and Virtual Private Cloud, Storage and Database Security, Compute Engine and GKE, Data Loss Prevention, Security Command Center and Operations, Secrets Management, and Resource and Cost Governance. Each category focuses on specific security measures and configurations necessary to prevent data leaks and unauthorized access. Additionally, the report emphasizes the importance of proactive threat mitigation and continuous compliance with global regulatory frameworks such as SOC2 and HIPAA, ensuring that organizations maintain a secure and compliant cloud environment.