Evaluate

Evaluate

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

• What are the best criteria to use to evaluate cloud service providers?

  Many cloud providers are tight-lipped about internal security control details. Learn how to evaluate cloud security providers with certifications and third-party assessments. Continue Reading

• Why CASB tools are crucial to your cloud security

  CASB tools have gained traction as cloud security becomes more important. Among other features, a cloud security access broker helps companies pinpoint shadow IT. Continue Reading

• Complexity requires new cloud-based patch management strategies

  Patch management for cloud creates new challenges than traditional in-house programs. Expert Dave Shackleford presents patch management best practices for providers and consumers alike. Continue Reading

• 4 necessary steps to evaluate public cloud security

  The Capital One hack raised questions about public cloud security. Take these four steps to ensure your data is protected. Continue Reading

• What do the top cloud security providers offer in 2019?

  Cloud security providers need to play catch-up with the evolving advancements in cloud technology. Find out what the top CSPs offer today and which one is right for you. Continue Reading

• Why centralization in a multi-cloud security strategy is key

  When moving to a multi-cloud infrastructure, there are a few strategies to keep in mind. Learn how centralization will limit the challenges of fragmented security access and monitor controls.Continue Reading

• The problems with cloud-based email security

  Cloud-based email security can be challenging for enterprises to achieve. Learn what makes it a challenge and how to secure email in the cloud from expert Dave Shackleford.Continue Reading

• How unsecured Firebase databases put critical data at risk

  Unsecured Google Firebase databases are similar to misconfigured AWS S3 buckets, but there are key differences. Expert Rob Shapland discusses the risks of unsecured cloud databases.Continue Reading

• The pros and cons of proxy-based security in the cloud

  Is proxy-based security in the cloud right for you? Expert Ed Moyle looks at the benefits and drawbacks of using proxies for Office 365 and other cloud platforms.Continue Reading

• How to apply cloud security controls in the network

  Implementing cloud security controls in the network requires a careful balance between protecting points of connectivity while still making it easy for users to access services.Continue Reading

• How hackers use Docker APIs for cryptojacking

  Remote access puts Docker APIs in a vulnerable position. Expert Dave Shackleford explains how hackers abuse Docker APIs to carry out cryptojacking attacks.Continue Reading

• What's different about Google Asylo for confidential computing?

  The Google Asylo framework is an open source alternative for confidential computing. Expert Rob Shapland explains how it works and how it's different from other offerings.Continue Reading

• How the Microsoft Authenticator app integrates with Azure AD

  Microsoft expanded the Microsoft Authenticator app to integrate with tens of thousands of Azure AD apps. Expert Dave Shackleford explains how this tool is improving security.Continue Reading

• What Microsoft's InPrivate Desktop feature could mean for enterprises

  Microsoft's secretive, potential new feature InPrivate Desktop could give security teams access to disposable sandboxes. Expert Ed Moyle explains how the feature could work.Continue Reading

• How do SLAs factor into cloud risk management?

  While you may not have much control over the infrastructure used by cloud service providers, you’re not completely at their mercy when it comes to cloud risk management.Continue Reading