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IaaS Security: Top 8 Issues & Prevention Best Practices

eSecurity Planet

Whether you’re a seasoned cloud expert or just starting out, understanding IaaS security is critical for a resilient and secure cloud architecture. IaaS security refers to the procedures, technologies, and safeguards put in place by IaaS providers to protect their computer infrastructure.

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What Is an Application Level Gateway? How ALGs Work

eSecurity Planet

Implement monitoring tools to track performance and ensure policy compliance. Their architecture fails to accommodate the stateless nature of UDP, resulting in poor performance and restricted application. Establish communication routes between ALG and firewalls. Thoroughly test integration to ensure smooth operation.

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Xen and the Art of Vulnerability Maintenance

NopSec

A penetration test can also be used to gauge an organization’s security policy compliance, its employees’ security awareness and the organization’s ability to identify and respond to security incidents. Regulators commonly require a documented certification process, and penetration test results can serve that purpose.