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RSAC 2020: Trust in the Cloud. What Should You Do with Your Encryption Keys?

Thales Cloud Protection & Licensing

In the process, however, they embraced a large number of connected devices and IoT platforms, which means that additional data and processes are now moving outside of the firewall and into the cloud. This presents a security risk to businesses. Challenges, Choices, Capabilities and Changes.

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IaaS Security: Top 8 Issues & Prevention Best Practices

eSecurity Planet

Compromised Identities In IaaS setups, the breach of user credentials or access keys constitutes a substantial concern. If attackers obtain access to valid user identities, they can abuse permissions and get access to resources, possibly resulting in data breaches, unauthorized changes, or service interruptions.

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What Is Cloud Security Management? Types & Strategies

eSecurity Planet

Increased accessibility allows for rapid responses to security incidents, improving overall security posture and reducing the chance of data breaches or system compromises. These safeguards guarantee that only authorized individuals have access to sensitive data while actively monitoring for potential breaches.