Cloud computing security

Cloud computing security continues to be one of the biggest concerns and challenges for enterprises. Learn various best practices related to encryption, authorization and identity management to protect cloud infrastructure, data, applications and more. Evaluate various cloud provider-native and third-party security tools to protect critical workloads.

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6 Multi-Cloud Management Tool Must-Haves

To address issues with managing multi-cloud environments, some teams are turning to a cloud management platform to bring disparate environments under control. In this expert guide, explore key features your tool should have to ensure it can meet your organization’s specific requirements.

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Cloud computing security News

February 04, 2020 04 Feb'20
HPE buys Scytale to hone cloud-native security chops

HPE has scooped up Scytale, a startup that has developed a cloud-native security framework for highly distributed applications. While most enterprises don't need such capabilities today, HPE has taken a step that could serve them down the road.
December 19, 2019 19 Dec'19
Hybrid, cost management cloud trends to continue in 2020

Hybrid and multi-cloud approaches evolved in 2019, cost management efforts rose and deployment options vied for dominance. Those trends are all likely to continue through 2020.
December 12, 2019 12 Dec'19
McAfee launches security tool Mvision Cloud for Containers

Cloud security posture management, container images vulnerability scanning and DevOps integration are among features included in McAfee Mvision Cloud for Containers.
November 14, 2019 14 Nov'19
Google to unveil post-Chronicle cloud cybersecurity plans

Google plans to discuss its cloud cybersecurity portfolio at a conference next week, with the capabilities developed by Chronicle figuring heavily into the mix.

Cloud computing security Get Started

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Know your role in the cloud shared responsibility model

The shared responsibility model of cloud security keeps data safe -- except when it doesn't. Prevent your workloads from being the next target of hackers. Continue Reading
What is data separation and why is it important in the cloud?

Some enterprises avoid the public cloud due to its multi-tenant nature and data security concerns. Learn what data separation is and how it can keep your data safe. Continue Reading
cloud computing

Cloud computing is a general term for anything that involves delivering hosted services over the internet. Continue Reading

Evaluate Cloud computing security Vendors & Products

Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.

Compare web and mobile testing tools from AWS, Microsoft and Google

Compare and contrast the mobile testing tools from the big three cloud vendors -- AWS Device Farm, Google Firebase Test Lab and Microsoft Visual Studio App Center Test. Continue Reading
Lessons corporate users can learn from FedRAMP

FedRAMP provides a standardized approach to cloud security across the U.S. federal government, but it can also serve as a guidepost for corporations in search of better practices. Continue Reading
Benefits of cloud data discovery tools and services multiply

With multi-cloud and privacy regulations becoming the new normal, infosec teams need data discovery tools and services to keep up. Learn more about available cloud options. Continue Reading

Manage Cloud computing security

Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.

Is the cloud's shared responsibility model broken?

An organization that doesn't fully participate -- or even understand -- its role in securing its data in the public cloud takes unnecessary risks. You need to do your part. Continue Reading
Maintain multi-cloud security parity with these practices

Establish consistent security measures across distributed environments. Automate configuration management and increase monitoring and training to reduce multi-cloud vulnerabilities. Continue Reading
Using Azure AD conditional access for tighter security

The cloud-based identity and access management service does not come with certain defensive features turned on by default, which administrators should rectify. Continue Reading

Problem Solve Cloud computing security Issues

We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.

Shared responsibility model transparency boosts cloud security

The shared responsibility model delineates where company and CSP security responsibilities start and end. This is critical not only for compliance, but also the big security picture. Continue Reading
Risks of container escape vulnerabilities and how to counter them

Container escape vulnerabilities create new challenges for security and risk management teams. Learn more about container escapes and how to prevent exploitation. Continue Reading
5 security oversights to avoid with IAM configurations

IAM provides the granularity organizations need to secure their cloud workloads, but only if it's properly implemented. Refrain from making these common IAM mistakes. Continue Reading