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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.
Organizations relying on multicloud or hybrid-cloud environments without a true understanding of their security vulnerabilities do so at their peril.
Alternative cloud providers offer streamlined capabilities for penetration testing, including more accessible tools, easy deployment, and affordable pricing.
Sumedh Thakar, CEO of Qualys, explains how moving to a cloud-based asset management platform can simplify their strategies and improve overall security.
Garret O’Hara of Mimecast discusses how companies can bolster security of their Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace environments, since cloud services often add complexity.