Cloud Computing Software as a Service (SaaS) Security

Cloud Computing Software as a Service (SaaS) Security News

May 22, 2019 22 May'19
G Suite passwords insecurely stored in two separate incidents

Google disclosed two separate incidents in which G Suite passwords were stored insecurely, and in one of those incidents, the passwords were stored improperly for 14 years.
November 28, 2017 28 Nov'17
McAfee acquires cloud access security broker Skyhigh Networks

In its first big post-Intel move, McAfee agreed to acquire Skyhigh Networks, a leading cloud access security broker, to strengthen its presence in the cloud security market.
July 25, 2017 25 Jul'17
G Suite security misconfigurations leave sensitive data exposed

G Suite security faced similar issues to Amazon Web Services, as misconfigured access permissions could have exposed sensitive information from hundreds of Google Groups.
February 22, 2017 22 Feb'17
Microsoft commits to GDPR compliance in the cloud by 2018 deadline

Microsoft vows GDPR compliance in all cloud services when enforcement of the new EU data privacy regulation begins in May 2018, but companies still must take action to avoid fines.

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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
SaaS platform security: The challenges of cloud network security

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Shadow IT risks still primary driver of CASB use

Visibility in cloud environments has proved challenging for information security executives tasked with protecting sensitive data and other assets. Continue Reading
CASBs: Why the market and uses are growing

Cloud access security brokers offer CISOs a way to set policy and gain better understanding of cloud services and data in use across the enterprise. Do these tools fill the gaps? Continue Reading
Q&A: Western Union's unique strategy to secure cloud services

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SaaS data protection blues cured with cloud-to-cloud backup

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How to monitor and detect a cloud API vulnerability

A REST API vulnerability in Salesforce's Marketing Cloud service put users at risk of data disclosure. Learn how to detect cloud API vulnerabilities from expert Rob Shapland. Continue Reading
How should organizations evaluate UC cloud app security providers?

Security is a priority when moving communications to the cloud. Organizations must do their due diligence when evaluating cloud providers' UC security expertise. Continue Reading