Cloud security

The cloud offers improved efficiency, flexibility and scalability, but its benefits can be reversed if security isn't top of mind. Read cloud security best practices, including tips on data protection and IaaS, PaaS and SaaS security, as well as cloud-specific tools and services such as CASBs, CWPPs and CSPM.

August 25, 2022 25 Aug'22
Mitiga: Attackers evade Microsoft MFA to lurk inside M365

During an incident response investigation, Mitiga discovered attackers were able to create a second authenticator with no multifactor authentication requirements.
August 17, 2022 17 Aug'22
CISA: Threat actors exploiting multiple Zimbra flaws

Cybersecurity vendor Volexity found earlier this month that one flaw, CVE-2022-27925, had compromised more than 1,000 Zimbra Collaboration Suite instances.
August 10, 2022 10 Aug'22
Ermetic addresses IAM weaknesses in multi-cloud environments

Researchers at the cloud security vendor discussed the importance of understanding the different identity and access management features among the major cloud providers.
August 04, 2022 04 Aug'22
Amazon CSO Steve Schmidt talks prescriptive security for AWS

In part two of this Q&A, Amazon CSO Steve Schmidt discusses why AWS has taken a more prescriptive approach to customer security and how it influences areas like incident response.

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cyber attack

A cyber attack is any attempt to gain unauthorized access to a computer, computing system or computer network with the intent to cause damage. Continue Reading
homomorphic encryption

Homomorphic encryption is the conversion of data into ciphertext that can be analyzed and worked with as if it were still in its original form. Continue Reading
data compliance

Data compliance is a process that identifies the applicable governance for data protection, security, storage and other activities and establishes policies, procedures and protocols ensuring data is fully protected from unauthorized access and use, ... Continue Reading

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5 key questions to evaluate cloud detection and response

Consider these five questions before deciding to invest in a specialized cloud detection and response product. Continue Reading
What is data security? The ultimate guide

Dig into the essentials of data security, from must-have tools, technologies and processes to best practices for keeping data safe. Continue Reading
Do you meet all the modern authentication requirements?

Microsoft's push to a more secure method for user authentication and authorization could catch some enterprises flat-footed if IT hasn't done its homework. Continue Reading

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Cybersecurity skills gap: Why it exists and how to address it

The cybersecurity skills shortage is putting enterprises at risk. Worse, it shows no sign of abating. Here is why it's happening and what employers can do to mitigate the problem. Continue Reading
Cloud database security: Key vendor controls, best practices

If your company is using a cloud database, it's critical to stay on top of security. Review the security features offered by top cloud providers, plus some best practices. Continue Reading
Key factors to achieve data security in cloud computing

Enterprises face a variety of data security concerns when deploying assets to the cloud. But there are some guidelines you can follow to make sure your assets are protected. Continue Reading

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Top 4 cloud misconfigurations and best practices to avoid them

Cloud security means keeping a close eye on how cloud resources and assets are configured. Some simple steps can keep you safe from hackers and other malicious activities. Continue Reading
Prevent cloud account hijacking with 3 key strategies

The ability to identify the various methods of cloud account hijacking is key to prevention. Explore three ways to limit potential consequences of cloud credential compromise. Continue Reading
An inside look at the CCSP cloud security cert

Get insights into the Certified Cloud Security Professional cert, cloud infrastructure and platform benefits and risks, and more from the author of a CCSP exam guide. Continue Reading