SAP forensics is the process of investigating security incidents within SAP systems to determine what happened, how it happened, and what impact it had on the business.
It goes beyond detection. While monitoring tools can alert you to suspicious activity, forensic analysis reconstructs the full story. It provides evidence, identifies root causes, and supports both technical remediation and business decision-making.
At Vicxer, SAP forensics is designed to deliver clarity in complex and high-pressure situations.
Our Approach to SAP Forensics
We combine deep SAP expertise, structured investigation methods, and advanced analysis techniques to deliver reliable results.
Incident Scoping and Containment Support
The process begins by understanding the incident and limiting further damage.
This includes:
- Identifying affected systems and users
- Supporting containment actions
- Preserving critical evidence
Early actions are critical to ensure that valuable forensic data is not lost.
Evidence Collection and Preservation
We collect relevant data from across the SAP landscape while maintaining its integrity.
This includes:
- System logs and audit trails
- User activity records
- Transport and change logs
- Interface and integration data
Proper handling of evidence ensures that findings are accurate and defensible.
Timeline Reconstruction
One of the key objectives of forensic analysis is to rebuild the sequence of events.
We analyze collected data to determine:
- When the incident started
- How the attacker gained access
- What actions were performed
- Which systems and data were affected
This provides a clear and structured view of the incident.
Root Cause Analysis
Understanding the root cause is essential to prevent recurrence.
We identify:
- Exploited vulnerabilities or misconfigurations
- Weaknesses in access controls or processes
- Gaps in monitoring or detection capabilities
This step connects the incident to underlying security issues.
Impact Assessment
We evaluate the business impact of the incident.
This includes:
- Data exposure or exfiltration
- Integrity of business processes
- Potential regulatory implications
- Operational disruption
Clear impact analysis supports informed decision-making at both technical and executive levels.
Remediation and Hardening Guidance
The final step focuses on recovery and prevention.
We provide:
- Immediate remediation actions
- Long-term security improvements
- Hardening recommendations
- Guidance for strengthening monitoring and response
The goal is not only to recover, but to emerge with a stronger security posture.