Lecture

LESSON 4:
CLOUD SECURITY

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Lesson Objectives:

1. Understanding the Importance of choosing the right cloud

security
2. Understanding on how choosing the right cloud service
provider cloud-storage can be a much safer and cost.
3. To know the different benefits of cloud security

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 Cloud security, also known as cloud
computing security, consists of a set of policies,
controls, procedures and technologies that work
together to protect cloud-based systems, The way cloud security is delivered will depend
data, and infrastructure. These security measures on the individual cloud provider or the cloud
are configured to protect cloud data, support security solutions in place. However,
regulatory compliance and protect customers' implementation of cloud security processes should
privacy as well as setting authentication rules for be a joint responsibility between the business
individual users and devices. From owner and solution provider.
authenticating access to filtering traffic, cloud
security can be configured to the exact needs of
the business. And because these rules can be
configured and managed in one place,
administration overheads are reduced and IT
teams empowered to focus on other areas of the
business.

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 Why is cloud security important?
For businesses making the transition to the cloud, robust cloud security is imperative.
Security threats are constantly evolving and becoming more sophisticated, and cloud computing
is no less at risk than an on-premise environment. For this reason, it is essential to work with a
cloud provider that offers best-in-class security that has been customized for your infrastructure.

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 Benefits of Cloud Security
1. Centralized Security 2. Reduced Costs
Just as cloud computing centralizes applications and One of the benefits of utilizing cloud storage and
data, cloud security centralizes protection. Cloud-based security is that it eliminates the need to invest in
business networks consist of numerous devices and dedicated hardware. Not only does this reduce
endpoints that can be difficult to manage when dealing capital expenditure, but it also reduces
with shadow IT or BYOD. Managing these entities administrative overheads. Where once IT teams
centrally enhances traffic analysis and web filtering, were firefighting security issues reactively, cloud
streamlines the monitoring of network events and security delivers proactive security features that
results in fewer software and policy updates. Disaster offer protection 24/7 with little or no human
recovery plans can also be implemented and actioned intervention.
easily when they are managed in one place.

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3. Reduced Administration
When you choose a reputable cloud services
provider or cloud security platform, you can 4. Reliability
kiss goodbye to manual security configurations Cloud computing services offer the ultimate in
and almost constant security updates. These dependability. With the right cloud security measures in
tasks can have a massive drain on resources, place, users can safely access data and applications within
but when you move them to the cloud, all the cloud no matter where they are or what device they are
security administration happens in one place using.
and is fully managed on your behalf.

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 More and more organizations are realizing the many business benefits of moving their systems to the cloud.
Cloud computing allows organizations to operate at scale, reduce technology costs and use agile systems that
give them the competitive edge. However, it is essential that organizations have complete confidence in their
cloud computing security and that all data, systems and applications are protected from data theft, leakage,
corruption and deletion.

All cloud models are susceptible to threats. IT departments are naturally cautious about moving mission-
critical systems to the cloud and it is essential the right security provisions are in place, whether you are running
a native cloud, hybrid or on premise environment. Cloud security offers all the functionality of traditional IT
security, and allows businesses to harness the many advantages of cloud computing while remaining secure and
also ensure that data privacy and compliance requirements are met.

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Secure Data in the Cloud
Cloud data security becomes increasingly important as we move our devices, data centers, business
processes, and more to the cloud. Ensuring quality cloud data security is achieved through comprehensive
security policies, an organizational culture of security, and cloud security solutions.
Selecting the right cloud security solution for your business is imperative if you want to get the best
from the cloud and ensure your organization is protected from unauthorized access, data breaches and other
threats. Force point Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB) is a complete cloud security solution that
protects cloud apps and cloud data, prevents compromised accounts and allows you to set security policies
on a per-device basis.

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 An illustration of the Cloud Computing Concept
All kinds of computing and communication devices are able to interact with the
Cloud and share the same data resources. Embedded - sensor devices and
microcontrollers are such way a part of the Cloud.

Cloud computing technology gives

users access to storage, files, software,
and servers through their internet-
connected devices: computers,
smartphones, tablets, and wearables.
Cloud computing providers store and
process data in a location that's separate
from end users.

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