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SAP Security: Your Effective Protection Against Cyber Risks

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SAP security encompasses all essential protective measures to safeguard the ERP system as the backbone of all business processes. For many companies, SAP is the core of their process and data structure. If it were to be crippled in the event of a hacker attack, such as a ransomware attack, the consequences would be severe – even leading to the failure of the entire operational technology (OT). However, many SAP landscapes are not adequately protected. Lacking authorization concepts, unsecured interfaces, and open ports increase the risk. With Arvato Systems, you can take your SAP security to the next level and rely on a holistic approach to protection.

88% of all companies
report failures of their ERP systems after a ransomware attack

Source: Onapsis

178.6 Mrd. Euro
damage to German companies caused by cyberattacks in 2024

Source: Bitkom

62% of ERP systems
were down for at least 24 hours after cyber attacks

Source: Onapsis

Comprehensive SAP Security from Arvato Systems

We combine in-depth SAP expertise with many years of cyber security expertise. Our security services include zero trust, authorization management, and SOC-supported threat detection. This is how we protect your SAP systems from unauthorized access, data loss, and cyberattacks. As an experienced Microsoft partner, Arvato Systems enables SAP security with Microsoft Sentinel Threat Monitoring to consolidate data from extensive SAP landscapes so that it is available in the cloud-native SIEM system Microsoft Sentinel for targeted processing and meaningful analysis.

Our Services in the Area of SAP Security

Zero Trust Security

We implement multi-factor authentication and role-based permissions: only authorized users are granted access for maximum control and minimal risk.

Cloud Security for SAP

Protect your SAP system from threats in hybrid and cloud environments. We secure your data with encryption, network segmentation, and modern identity management.

Managed Detection & Response (MDR)

Our Security Operations Center (SOC) monitors your SAP security around the clock, detects threats, and responds quickly to security incidents—for seamless protection.

Permission Management

Effective access controls are essential for implementing SAP security in practice. We help you manage roles and rights effectively and close security gaps.

Secure SAP architecture

Trust in the comprehensive protection of your SAP landscapes at the network, database, and application levels right from the start, for lasting SAP security.

SAP Security with Arvato Systems Offers You Numerous Advantages

Immediate protection for your SAP environment
Around 110 ready-made and proven use case scenarios
Further development of these standards by SAP and Microsoft
Risk minimization through targeted prevention
An interdisciplinary team of SAP and cyber security experts
Round-the-clock monitoring by our SOC
Compliance with current standards
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Industries such as Manufacturing industry, Commerce and consumer goods and Energy and utility companies face enormous challenges when it comes to protecting their SAP landscapes. The threats are diverse - from ransomware and insider threats to targeted attacks on critical systems. A robust security strategy is therefore essential. Companies must see security as a continuous process that is regularly reviewed and optimized. This is exactly where Arvato Systems comes in: We combine our SAP expertise with state-of-the-art cyber security technologies to provide companies with sustainable security.

Upholding SAP security and declaring war on cyber criminals

The cybercrime industry is becoming increasingly professionalized. Conventional defensive measures, such as perimeter protection using firewalls, no longer offer sufficient protection - especially as there are more and more entry points for hackers. What's more, until now it has been difficult to connect SAP to existing security solutions in order to detect and eliminate threats. In addition, companies' own security experts often lack the necessary SAP know-how - and vice versa: SAP experts lack security knowledge. Investing in SAP security is therefore an essential measure to ensure frictionless, trouble-free and secure business operations in the future.

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How We Optimize Your SAP Security

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Arvato Systems first checks the current status of your SAP security. We then select the appropriate strategies and tools to improve your protection in a targeted manner. This individual approach ensures that we respond optimally to your specific requirements and offer you a customized solution.

A complete overview of your IT and SAP landscape is essential. Together, we analyze your systems, identify blind spots and define KPIs to measure security. In this way, we ensure that your investments are targeted towards effective security measures.

A customized roadmap determines which security measures are implemented and in what order. We help you to set priorities and establish a sustainable security strategy that protects your SAP systems in the long term.

By using a Security Operations Center (SOC) with SIEM integration to Microsoft Sentinel, you receive round-the-clock monitoring as Managed Detection & Response (MDR). Arvato Systems evaluates security events, filters out false positives and responds to threats in a targeted manner - before security incidents occur.

SAP security is a continuous process. We regularly review your security measures, adapt your strategy to new threat situations and help you keep your SAP security up to date.

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Frequently asked questions about SAP security

  • Which SAP systems does Arvato Systems cover with SAP Security?

    We implement comprehensive SAP security solutions for various SAP environments - from classic SAP ERP systems to SAP S/4HANA, through to SAP Rise and other cloud-based or hybrid SAP landscapes. In this way, we ensure that all SAP components are optimally protected.

  • How is my SAP landscape protected?

    Through the use of Zero Trust, a 24/7 monitored Security Operations Centers (SOC) and the integration of Microsoft Sentinel, we offer holistic protection that secures your SAP systems against ransomware, insider threats and other cyberattacks with our SAP security.

  • What does Zero Trust Security mean in the context of SAP Security?

    Zero Trust is a central component of our SAP security strategy. This principle is based on the idea that no one is automatically trusted - every access is strictly checked. Through multi-factor authentication and role-based authorization management, we ensure that only authorized users have access to critical SAP data.

  • How does the Managed Detection & Response (MDR) service work?

    Our MDR service is an integral part of SAP security. It continuously monitors your SAP systems, analyzes suspicious activity in real time and proactively responds to potential threats. This solution strengthens your SAP security by detecting and blocking attacks at an early stage before they can cause damage.

  • What advantages does a Security Operations Center (SOC) offer in the context of SAP security?

    A Security Operations Center (SOC) is an essential component of effective SAP security. Thanks to the 24/7 operation of our SOC, your SAP systems are continuously monitored. Our experts filter security events, minimize false positives and take immediate action if necessary - ensuring that your entire SAP security architecture remains secure at all times.

  • How does Arvato Systems help with the continuous optimization of my SAP security?

    In addition to the initial implementation, we offer ongoing services for the further development of your SAP security. With regular security checks, detailed SAP structure analyses and the development of a customized SAP security roadmap, we always adapt your security measures to current threat situations - for long-term, sustainable protection of your SAP landscape.

Your Contacts for SAP Security

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