Cloud computing standards and compliance
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Tip
14 Jun 2022
3 steps for CDOs to ensure data sovereignty in the cloud
Data sovereignty regulations, combined with a tsunami of data growth and increased cloud usage, have created a perfect storm that chief data officers must manage. Continue Reading
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Tip
24 Nov 2021
9 cloud migration security considerations and challenges
Cloud migration may seem daunting to security teams. Follow these essential practices to safely and successfully migrate infrastructure and applications. Continue Reading
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09 Nov 2021
How to overcome 3 multi-tenancy security issues
Explore three major multi-tenancy security challenges and how to fix them, including lack of visibility, privilege overallocation and poor data security management. Continue Reading
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Tip
01 Nov 2021
Where cloud cryptography fits in a security strategy
IT teams face a never-ending challenge as they try to secure data. When that data lives in the cloud, encryption is a key concern. Implement these data encryption tips and tools. Continue Reading
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News
25 Aug 2021
Microsoft launches Azure Government Top Secret cloud
Microsoft's Azure Government Top Secret offers more than 60 cloud services to U.S. spy agencies, the Department of Defense and federal civilian organizations. Continue Reading
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Tip
11 Aug 2021
Cloud-native security benefits and use cases
'Cloud native' has described applications and services for years, but its place in security is less clear. Get insight into cloud-native security from expert Dave Shackleford. Continue Reading
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Quiz
01 Jul 2021
Get Azure Fundamentals exam practice with this quick quiz
Getting officially certified in MS Azure Fundamentals is a career-booster. This 12-question quiz will help assess your readiness for this key professional exam. Continue Reading
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Tip
06 May 2021
How to use CIS benchmarks to improve public cloud security
Safeguarding public cloud environments is a shared responsibility. Cloud customers should use CIS benchmarks to ensure cloud security at the account level. Continue Reading
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News
09 Apr 2021
IBM boosts vertical cloud push with financial services cloud
IBM doubles down on its investment in vertical markets, rolling out a financial services cloud that shares workloads with clouds in telecommunications and healthcare. Continue Reading
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Tip
09 Feb 2021
6 cloud vulnerabilities that can cripple your environment
Enterprises can be devastated by security-related weaknesses or flaws in their cloud environments. Find out where you are most vulnerable before an attacker comes knocking. Continue Reading
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17 Dec 2020
Top cloud compliance standards and how to use them
Get guidance on how to select relevant cloud compliance standards, along with tips on evaluating third-party providers’ cloud compliance and governance efforts Continue Reading
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Tip
08 Oct 2020
Put an IT succession plan in place for your cloud team
IT is a small world. Before you leave your current company and role, make sure your successor has the right training, support and documentation to hit the ground running. Continue Reading
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Feature
25 Sep 2020
The cloud shared responsibility model for IaaS, PaaS and SaaS
The shared responsibility model defines cloud security, but it changes for IaaS, PaaS and SaaS. Get to know the ins and outs of cloud security and learn exactly what your company is responsible for. Continue Reading
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03 Sep 2020
Examine the cloud industry's response to GDPR and CCPA compliance
Explore the cloud industry's response to the GDPR and CCPA requirements and learn what types of organizations these governance policies have affected so far. Continue Reading
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18 Aug 2020
Collaboration is key to earning cloud computing cost savings
Many organizations turn to the cloud for greater flexibility and dynamic scalability, but IT and financial teams must work together to address the complicated pricing scenarios. Continue Reading
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19 Jun 2020
What should be on your cloud audit checklist?
Although strenuous, audits are a critical part of a cloud compliance strategy. Learn about the different types of cloud audits to better prepare for your next review. Continue Reading
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Tip
20 Feb 2020
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
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Feature
19 Feb 2020
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
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Tip
12 Feb 2020
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
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Feature
21 Jan 2020
Understanding the CSA Cloud Controls Matrix and CSA CAIQ
Uncover how the CSA Cloud Controls Matrix and CSA CAIQ can be used to assess cloud providers' controls and risk models, ensure cloud compliance and more. Continue Reading
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Tip
20 Jan 2020
AWS multi-account management best practices with Control Tower
With the help of AWS Control Tower, organizations who own and operate multiple cloud accounts can manage them all under one roof -- but not without challenges. Continue Reading
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Tip
15 Jan 2020
Confidential computing promises secure cloud apps
Adopt confidential computing to protect sensitive data in the cloud. Learn the basics about these technologies and evaluate offerings from AWS, Google, Microsoft and others. Continue Reading
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Feature
23 Dec 2019
Experts' cloud predictions for 2020
This was a big year for cloud computing progress, so what's in store for 2020? See what contributors predict for security updates, container tech and more in the new year. Continue Reading
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Opinion
23 Dec 2019
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
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News
08 Nov 2019
IBM's financial services cloud offers developer opportunity
IBM hopes to bring developers to its new financial services cloud that runs on the IBM Cloud platform and uses Red Hat OpenShift as its Kubernetes environment. Continue Reading
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Tip
29 Oct 2019
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
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Tip
23 Sep 2019
Enterprises want more cloud transparency
Cloud providers have improved the visibility into their platforms, but enterprises still need more information about what goes on behind the scenes. Continue Reading
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Feature
14 Aug 2019
Cloud compliance strategies for a multi-cloud world
Cloud computing and compliance don't need to be at odds -- even when an organization uses services from multiple cloud providers. Here's how to meet your compliance goals. Continue Reading
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Tip
22 Jul 2019
Conduct cloud security training across the business
A well-educated staff is one of the best tools in the fight against security breaches. Consider these tips to prepare your employees for the risks in the cloud. Continue Reading
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Tip
30 Nov 2018
Meet data center compliance standards in hybrid deployments
Data center compliance is a moving target that shifts with standards and technologies. Don't get sidetracked by the complexity -- prioritize performance while maintaining compliance. Continue Reading
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Blog Post
29 Oct 2018
Three events that spooked cloud admins in 2018
So far this year, outages, security breaches and GDPR compliance have haunted cloud admins in the enterprise. Take a closer peek at each of these three big scares. Continue Reading
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12 Apr 2018
GDPR requirements loom over cloud providers, users
Even if your cloud provider already complies with GDPR, you can't just take a backseat. Know what the requirements are and whether they apply to you -- or risk hefty fines. Continue Reading
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26 Jan 2018
CASBs address wide range of cloud security concerns
Cloud and distributed apps create complex security challenges. CASBs aim to resolve these issues with features for threat protection, data loss prevention and more. Continue Reading
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09 Jan 2017
The what, why and how of the TOSCA cloud standard
As the acceptance of DevOps rises, the TOSCA standard has become a popular option for cloud application deployment. Here's a closer look at how it works. Continue Reading
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Tutorial
28 Nov 2016
Security issues in cloud computing
While the cloud may be flexible and cost-efficient, a lack of data safeguards and compliance standards makes security the largest hurdle to leap. Continue Reading
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Podcast
12 Jun 2014
Companies undeterred by their cloud data security woes
Many companies say they don't trust their data to cloud security, but that doesn't mean they aren't adopting public cloud. Continue Reading
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Feature
08 Mar 2011
Can you trust your public cloud provider?
Secure public cloud services aren't a pipe dream; service providers just have to connect some of the dots. How close are we to regulatory compliance in the cloud? Continue Reading
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News
23 Jul 2010
Did Google oversell itself to the City of L.A.?
Google's cloud deal with the City of Los Angeles has stalled. Has the endless optimism of the Google crew finally led them to bite off more than they could chew? Continue Reading
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Feature
26 Mar 2010
Cloud computing resources center
Cloud standards organizations, open source cloud projects, cloud computing and social media and more, all explained in this compendium of cloud resources. Continue Reading
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Tip
21 Jan 2010
Understanding cloud compliance issues
Concerns about compliance have made companies wary of storing their data in public cloud environments. Continue Reading