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Public Cloud Computing Security

• A look at the new Google cloud security tools and features

  Google cloud security has been bolstered by new GCP tools and capabilities. Learn more about Google's improved cloud security features from expert Dave Shackleford. Continue Reading

• Why web application attacks are a growing threat to the cloud

  New research found that web application attacks present a significant threat to cloud environments. Rob Shapland explains the risks and what enterprises should do about them. Continue Reading

• How to keep an Amazon S3 bucket from becoming public

  A public-facing Amazon S3 bucket caused problems for major organizations, including Booz Allen Hamilton. Expert Rob Shapland explains what happened and how to prevent it. Continue Reading

• How AWS Artifact tackles regulatory compliance for enterprises

  A new service called AWS Artifact aims to help enterprises simplify regulatory compliance. Expert Rob Shapland discusses the potential security benefits of Artifact. Continue Reading

• Microsoft Azure Security Center: Successful or stagnated?

  Now that Microsoft's Azure Security Center has been out and in use for a while, expert Ed Moyle takes a look at how successful it is and where it's headed in enterprise use. Continue Reading

• How can AWS Organizations help secure cloud accounts?

  A new tool called AWS Organizations aims to make cloud account management more secure. Expert Matthew Pascucci explains how the tool works and how it compares to AWS IAM.Continue Reading

• A look at the shared responsibility model of cloud providers

  Many cloud providers now offer a shared responsibility model for their customers. Expert Dave Shackleford looks at the major providers' models and what they might be missing.Continue Reading

• Cloud DDoS protection: What enterprises need to know

  DDoS attacks are a continuing problem, and enterprises should consider using cloud DDoS protection services. Expert Frank Siemons discusses the cloud options.Continue Reading

• How a cloud-based HSM can boost enterprise security with enough effort

  There are both security benefits and risks to using a cloud-based HSM in an enterprise. Expert Dave Shackelford discusses the arguments for and against cloud HSMs.Continue Reading

• Using the shared responsibility model to secure your cloud environment

  The shared responsibility model for cloud services puts different sets of security duties on vendors and customers. Learn what to expect when moving services to the cloud.Continue Reading

• Cloud pen testing: What testers need to consider

  Before starting cloud penetration testing, there a few things to keep in mind. Expert Frank Siemons discusses limitations and techniques for pen testing cloud platforms.Continue Reading

• How does AWS Directory Service offer security benefits?

  AWS has begun providing Active Directory management in the cloud. Expert Dan Sullivan explains this new Amazon service and what it means for users.Continue Reading

• Distinguishing types of cloud services and their security risks

  The different type of cloud services -- public, private and hybrid -- all provide different security for enterprises. Here's an explanation of each kind and their security pros and cons.Continue Reading

• Can Azure Container Service boost enterprise security?

  Microsoft's new container service for Azure makes use of the Apache Mesos platform. Expert Dan Sullivan explains why this matters for enterprise security.Continue Reading

• Readers' top picks for cloud security products

  What companies and cloud security products do organizations consider when they see to reduce their cloud vulnerabilities?Continue Reading

• How Azure Security Center boosts Microsoft cloud security

  Azure Security Center looks to enhance Microsoft's cloud platform by improving visibility and control. Expert Dave Shackleford outlines the features intended to do that.Continue Reading

• How the cloud access security broker space is evolving

  The cloud access security broker space is accelerating at a fast clip, but expert Rob Shapland explains some obstacles for enterprises to consider before selecting a CASB platform.Continue Reading

• A look at Microsoft Azure security features for enterprises

  Boosted Microsoft Azure security could give it a competitive edge in the cloud market. Here are the security features enterprises can take advantage of.Continue Reading

• Why the security industry needs a standardized framework for CASBs

  The growth of CASBs has prompted the CSA and CipherCloud to team up to form the Cloud Security Open API Working Group. Expert Dave Shackleford explains the purpose and benefits of the group.Continue Reading

• How can AWS EC2 Container Service improve Docker security?

  Expert Dan Sullivan outlines the security issues associated with Docker and explains how the AWS EC2 Container Service can help resolve them.Continue Reading

• Why would public cloud providers turn off customer cloud accounts?

  Public cloud providers reserve the right to shut off vulnerable cloud accounts, but how does it work? Expert Dan Sullivan explains.Continue Reading

• How do Xen hypervisor security updates affect the public cloud?

  Public cloud providers were forced to reboot their cloud instances to implement Xen hypervisor security updates. Learn what these updates mean for public cloud security.Continue Reading

• Shadow cloud problem growing, SkyHigh Networks says

  Kamal Shah of SkyHigh Networks talks with SearchSecurity about the rapid adoption of shadow cloud apps and services in the enterprise.Continue Reading

• AES-128 encryption key generation: Leave it to AWS or do it in-house?

  Organizations can opt to allow Amazon Elastic Transcoder to generate AES-128 encryption keys or do the job in-house -- which is more secure? Expert Dan Sullivan explains.Continue Reading

• AWS security groups vs. traditional firewalls: What's the difference?

  AWS security groups provide network-based blocking mechanisms, much like traditional firewalls. Expert Dan Sullivan explains the differences between the two.Continue Reading

• How AWS Key Management Service bolsters cloud security

  The AWS Key Management Service is a good tool for cloud encryption key management. Expert Dave Shackleford examines AWS KMS and its benefits to enterprises.Continue Reading

• How to use AWS to meet compliance standards' requirements

  Looking to make compliance an easier task? Expert Steven Weil explains how to use AWS to help meet compliance standards' requirements.Continue Reading

• The importance of public cloud encryption for enterprise data storage

  Cloud storage providers have beefed up their encryption offerings, but are they enough? Expert Dave Shackleford explains the importance of public cloud encryption.Continue Reading

• Amazon Elastic Block Storage encryption explained

  Amazon EBS encryption is now offered by AWS. Expert Dave Shackleford explains how it works, why companies might struggle with it and whether it brings the industry one step closer to default cloud data encryption.Continue Reading

• An introduction to Microsoft Office 365 security

  The Microsoft Office 365 security features are robust, but may not offer the granularity some enterprises need. Expert Dave Shackleford reviews the security pros and cons of Microsoft's cloud-based productivity suite.Continue Reading

• Enterprise considerations for cloud firewall management and automation

  Expert Dave Shackleford explains how new cloud firewall management and automation tools can be harnessed to better monitor systems and enact rules.Continue Reading

• Despite cloud computing security risks, infosec pros know their role

  As business demands and rogue users introduce cloud computing security risks into many enterprises, infosec pros understand they must be enablers.Continue Reading

• Multifactor authentication in the cloud: Assessing provider services

  Expert Dave Shackleford discusses authentication in the cloud, including details on the multifactor authentication services of major cloud providers.Continue Reading