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Background for this topic.
Cloud computing involves delivering computing services—such as storage, processing, and networking—over the internet using remote data centers. This model enables organizations to scale resources dynamically without owning physical infrastructure. In security terms, the cloud environment is defined by multi-tenant infrastructure where multiple customers share hardware and software resources managed by a cloud provider.
Key security concerns include controlling access through strong identity and access management (IAM), protecting data with encryption both at rest and in transit, and managing vulnerabilities in shared infrastructure components. The cloud’s shared responsibility model requires customers to secure their applications and data while providers secure the underlying platform. Misconfigurations, weak access controls, and insufficient monitoring can expose cloud assets to unauthorized access or data leakage, making precise configuration and continuous security assessment essential.
Forget stolen credentials and misconfigurations. Thanks to AI, the new top cause of compromises in the cloud is vulnerability exploits that beat patching cycles.
StrongDM, which injects ephemeral, real-time credentials into developer workflows, will enable Delinea to offer privilege access management across cloud, SaaS, Kubernetes, and database environments.
Data centers — used by both governments and militaries for operations — are now fair game, not just for cyberattacks, but for kinetic attacks as well.
Some customers have mishandled guest user configurations otherwise intended to allow third-party access to important — and sensitive — client data.