Vulnerability Identification: The audit helps identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses within the infrastructure service. It assesses the effectiveness of security controls, configurations, and practices to uncover any gaps attackers could exploit.

Inadequate Security Controls: The audit assesses the existing security controls implemented within the IT infrastructure. It identifies areas where controls may be insufficient, misconfigured, or outdated, leaving the infrastructure vulnerable to unauthorized access, data breaches, or other security incidents.

Non-Compliance with Regulations and Standards: The audit evaluates the infrastructure's compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and industry standards. It helps identify areas where the organization may fall short of compliance obligations, such as data protection regulations or industry-specific security frameworks.

Weak Access Controls: Access controls ensure that only authorized individuals can access the infrastructure and its resources. The audit assesses the effectiveness of access controls, including authentication mechanisms, user permissions, and privilege management. It identifies weaknesses like weak passwords, excessive privileges, or inadequate access monitoring.

Insufficient Patch Management: Patching vulnerabilities and keeping systems up to date is critical for maintaining a secure infrastructure. The audit assesses the organization's patch management processes, including the identification, testing, and timely deployment of security patches. It identifies patch management gaps that may expose systems to known vulnerabilities.

Inadequate Incident Response Preparedness: The audit evaluates the organization's incident response procedures and plans for the on-premises infrastructure service. It identifies weaknesses in incident detection, response coordination, and recovery processes, which can hamper the organization's ability to handle security incidents effectively.

Lack of Physical Security Measures: Physical security controls protect on-premises infrastructure. The audit assesses physical security measures, such as access controls, surveillance systems, and environmental controls (e.g., temperature and humidity). It identifies vulnerabilities in physical security that could compromise the integrity and availability of the infrastructure.

Inadequate Data Protection: Data protection is paramount to safeguard sensitive information. The audit assesses data protection measures, including encryption, data backup, and data retention policies. It identifies weaknesses in data protection that may expose the organization to data breaches, data loss, or unauthorized access.

Ineffective Security Monitoring: Security monitoring and logging are vital for detecting and responding to security incidents. The audit assesses the organization's security monitoring capabilities, including log management, intrusion detection systems, and security event correlation. It identifies gaps in monitoring that may impede the timely detection of security breaches or suspicious activities.