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Cloud Security

Today, organizations rely more than ever on cloud services and applications to meet business demands. The flexibility, low upfront costs and zero risks of vendor lock-in have made the cloud a popular alternative to onpremise systems. However, cloud environments present unique challenges that must be addressed with proper security measures.

For example, public cloud environments share resources with other users and can be exposed to network-based attacks like distributed denial of service (DDoS), which can cripple performance and cause outages. Additionally, misconfigurations of cloud servers can leave data vulnerable and take longer to detect than on premises systems.

Protect mission-critical data and minimize the attack surface. Encryption of files and folders is a simple, effective way to limit access to sensitive information in the event of a breach. With encryption, hackers only see scrambled data and would need to have the correct decryption key in order to exploit it.

Establish strong security hygiene, leveraging multifactor authentication, application control and device access controls to prevent malicious activity. Ensure all data is encrypted at rest, in transit and when shared across devices. This ensures that even if data is accessed or stolen from the cloud, it cannot be used.

Identify the right cloud security solution provider for your organization. Look for a company with years of experience providing multicloud security solutions and a solid reputation among customers. A proven track record is particularly important for a multicloud security solution as it indicates the company’s commitment to providing ongoing support and innovation to customers and partners.