Cloud Computing Software as a Service (SaaS) Security

Cloud Computing Software as a Service (SaaS) Security News

July 08, 2020 08 Jul'20
Microsoft seizes malicious domains used in COVID-19 phishing

Microsoft went to court to seize several malicious domains that were used by cybercriminals in extensive phishing and BEC attacks on Office 365 accounts amid the current pandemic.
May 27, 2020 27 May'20
McAfee: Attacks on cloud accounts up 630% during COVID-19

Between January and April amid the COVID-19 pandemic, McAfee found usage of cloud collaboration apps and attacks seeking to steal account credentials both skyrocketed.
March 05, 2020 05 Mar'20
With BEC/EAC threats rising, Proofpoint offers a new approach

Business email compromise and email account compromise attacks are increasing and evolving. To keep up with threat actors, Proofpoint says a new approach is required.
October 28, 2019 28 Oct'19
Microsoft cybersecurity strategy, hybrid cloud in focus at Ignite

Microsoft will reveal its latest plans to extend its cybersecurity strategy and a new architectural approach to hybrid clouds during Ignite.

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cloud access security broker (CASB)

A cloud access security broker (CASB) is a software tool or service that sits between an organization's on-premises infrastructure and a cloud provider's infrastructure. Continue Reading
Test your cloud security smarts with these CCSP exam questions

Read up on cloud-based BCDR in this excerpt from Chapter 4 of 'CCSP Certified Cloud Security Professional All-in-One Guide,' then quiz yourself to see what you've learned. Continue Reading
Cloud computing security technology quiz

As companies migrate to the cloud to improve accessibility and scalability, there are many aspects of security to consider. Test your cloud security knowledge with this quiz. Continue Reading

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Choosing between proxy vs. API CASB deployment modes

Curious how to choose the right CASB deployment mode for your organization? Before you buy, compare how proxy vs. API CASB architectures work to secure SaaS applications. Continue Reading
An inside look at the CCSP cloud security cert

Get insights into the Certified Cloud Security Professional cert, cloud infrastructure and platform benefits and risks, and more from the author of a CCSP exam guide. Continue Reading
How to evaluate CASB tools for multi-cloud deployments

When it comes to evaluating CASB tools, it's essential to be an informed customer. Identify your organization's usage and security goals to get the context you need before you buy. Continue Reading

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Security for SaaS applications starts with collaboration

Following established best practices helps enterprises facilitate collaboration and communication through SaaS applications while simultaneously ensuing secure SaaS use. Continue Reading
5 steps to a secure cloud control plane

A locked-down cloud control plane is integral to maintaining cloud security, especially in multi-cloud environments. Here are five steps to a secure cloud control plane. Continue Reading
Manage and secure cloud sprawl in multi-cloud systems in 2 steps

As enterprise cloud adoption increases, so too does the risk of cloud sprawl -- and, with it, cloud security threats. Learn how to beat cloud sprawl in two steps. Continue Reading

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Enterprise cybersecurity hygiene checklist for 2020

Cybersecurity hygiene in the enterprise must be a shared responsibility between employees and employers. Follow these steps to get the job done by both. Continue Reading
Know your Office 365 backup options -- just in case

A move to Exchange Online in the Office 365 platform removes some administrative obligations but does require more work to set up proper email protections. Continue Reading
Research shows cloud security vulnerabilities grow

Recent research shows the number of cloud security incidents are growing. Here are the biggest contributors to the complicated cloud threat landscape facing modern enterprises. Continue Reading