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SOC 3 Certification vs. SOC 2: Understanding the Differences

SOC 3 (System and Organization Controls 3) and SOC 2 (System and Organization Controls 2) are both important standards in the field of information security and assurance. They are part of the SOC reporting framework developed by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) to assess and report on the controls and security of service organizations. While they share some similarities, they have distinct differences:

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SOC 3 Certification vs. SOC 2: Understanding the Differences

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  1. SOC 3 Certification vs. SOC 2: Understanding the Differences

  2. SOC 3 Certification vs. SOC 2: Understanding the Differences SOC 3 (System and Organization Controls 3) and SOC 2 (System and Organization Controls 2) are both important standards in the field of information security and assurance. They are part of the SOC reporting framework developed by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) to assess and report on the controls and security of service organizations. While they share some similarities, they have distinct differences: Type of Report: SOC 2: SOC 2 is an in-depth, detailed report that provides a comprehensive view of a service organization's internal controls and security. It is intended for a more limited audience, typically the organization's customers and other stakeholders, who have a direct interest in the service organization's security and controls. SOC 3: SOC 3 is a high-level, summary report that provides a basic overview of a service organization's controls and security. It is designed for a broader audience, including the general public, as it is intended to be publicly available on a service organization's website or through other means. Audience: SOC 2: SOC 2 reports are typically used by customers and business partners who need detailed information about a service organization's security and controls. These reports are often requested during the procurement process. SOC 3: SOC 3 reports are designed for a wider audience, including potential customers, regulatory bodies, and the general public. They are more accessible and provide a basic level of assurance about the service organization's security and controls. Level of Detail:

  3. SOC 2: SOC 2 reports provide a high level of detail about a service organization's controls, including the criteria used for assessment, the results of testing, and detailed descriptions of controls and processes. SOC 3: SOC 3 reports provide a general overview of a service organization's controls and security, but they do not include the detailed information found in SOC 2 reports. They offer a more high-level summary. Trust Services Criteria: SOC 2: SOC 2 reports can cover a range of trust services criteria, including security, availability, processing integrity, confidentiality, and privacy. An organization can choose which of these criteria to include in its report, depending on its specific needs and the expectations of its customers. SOC 3: SOC 3 reports are specifically focused on the security criteria within the trust services framework. They do not cover the other trust services criteria. Distribution and Accessibility: SOC 2: SOC 2 reports are typically not made public and are shared only with specific parties upon request, such as customers and business partners. SOC 3: SOC 3 reports are designed for public consumption. They are intended to be shared on a service organization's website or through other public means, allowing anyone to access and review the report. In summary, SOC 2 reports are more detailed and are intended for a more limited audience, while SOC 3 reports are summary-level reports that are publicly accessible. The choice between SOC 2 and SOC 3 depends on an organization's specific needs and the expectations of its customers and stakeholders. Some organizations may choose to obtain both types of reports to address different audiences and compliance requirements.

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