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Enterprise cloud security best practices for locking down your cloud
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Data security still inhibits public cloud adoption
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Amazon security still a 'huge concern' in enterprise IT
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Editor's note
With ever-changing cloud compliance guidelines, headlines in the media about cloud privacy issues in the wake of PRISM and a growing crop of new vendor services, enterprise cloud security can be a difficult beast to wrangle. And enterprises see it that way, too, as data security issues continue to halt cloud adoption for loads of companies. However, with the assistance of cloud experts, enterprises, especially heavily regulated ones, can sift through all the noise and better secure their cloud environments.
1Best practices, tools for securing your cloud environment
With private, public and hybrid clouds, plus bring-your-own-device (BYOD) and open source cloud, enterprise cloud security can be difficult for enterprises to attain even while following security best practices. In addition cloud vendors are increasingly adding tools and services, such as Security or Authentication as a Service, to assist enterprises with protecting their clouds. But some of the options only add to the confusion. These tips and features from cloud experts should help enterprises wade through their options.
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Cloud, BYOD double-edged swords for IT security
BYOD security worries can keep IT admins up at night. While there may be no single way to save end users from themselves, certain cloud services may help soothe IT pros' anxieties. Read Now
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How enterprises can self-manage private cloud security
While enterprises increasingly look to manage their own cloud security, IaaS providers are offering more self-managed private cloud options. Read Now
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The truth about open source cloud security
The popularity of open source cloud services is on the rise, but with its increased use comes an increased interest in keeping those technologies secured. Read Now
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Weighing Software as a Service encryption options
Companies should always work with providers they trust for Software as a Service security, but there are SaaS encryption techniques companies can implement themselves. Read Now
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Cloud computing security is all about automation
Embedding security functions into the cloud through an API-driven strategy would streamline cloud computing and security and improve security overall. Read Now
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Security as a Service flips cloud security conversation on its head
Even as some organizations balk at using cloud for security reasons, others find cloud-based Security as a Service beneficial. Read Now
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Security as a Service enlists cloud-based service to police IaaS
Would you use one cloud to secure another? Some IT shops use Security as a Service to protect Infrastructure as a Service. Read Now
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A planner's realistic guide to cloud data security
When moving to the cloud, enterprises must accept a certain amount of risk. Cloud data security cannot be viewed in a vacuum, but rather as a form of risk management. Read Now
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Securing data with Authentication as a Service
Single sign-on for the cloud, or Authentication as a Service, can manage security risks with the rise of cloud and mobile computing if you pick a provider that fits. Read Now
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Best practices for global cloud privacy and security
Edward Snowden's case heightened the paranoia companies have with placing their data in the cloud, particularly across international borders. Read Now
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Researchers study O-RAM for future of cloud security
As mistrust in the cloud lingers, MIT researchers look into Oblivious RAM for the future of cloud data security and privacy. Read Now
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How to use CSA STAR to evaluate cloud provider security
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2Aligning with compliance, security standards in the cloud
Enterprises, particularly heavily regulated ones, must align with cloud compliance guidelines. The financial, healthcare and government industries have to pay careful attention to changing blueprints for their IT environments, and sometimes it can be hard to tell whether the responsibility lies with the cloud provider or the enterprise. Cloud experts can help sort through the guidelines and give discreet steps on how to comply.
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PCI DSS cloud guidelines spark debate among would-be adopters
The Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council released its PCI DSS cloud guidance, but experts are split on whether the report advances cloud computing security. Read Now
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PCI report clarifies cloud computing security guidelines
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Cloud computing security certification is a two-way street
Enterprise IT should make every effort to meet cloud computing regulations, but providers also need to pony up with valid cloud security certifications. Read Now
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FedRAMP cloud security standard not yet fully baked
There are limitations of the FedRAMP cloud security standard when using it to assess cloud security, warns the CEO of a FedRAMP 3PAO. Read Now
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An enterprise guide to cloud computing security certifications
As the number of cloud computing security certifications grows, including both vendor-neutral and vendor-specific, the guidelines can become confusing. Read Now
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Before cloud deployment, consider risks of e-discovery
The economic case for cloud deployment is compelling for many enterprises. But the risks surrounding e-discovery in the cloud need to be addressed. Read Now
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Legal, compliance issues take center stage as cloud computing use grows
More companies are turning to cloud computing providers, heightening the importance of cloud compliance and adhering to cloud computing legal issues. Read Now