What Is Cloud Infrastructure Security?

All the steps, technologies, and processes that keep server, storage, database, networking, and application security in cloud environments are collectively known as cloud infrastructure security. Both the security of on-site data centers and that of virtual systems utilized on AWS, Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud are included in it.

In contrast to the traditional setup, cloud server security is based on a model where some responsibilities are shared. As a consequence, cloud providers are responsible for the security of hardware, storage, and the global cloud infrastructure. Once information, applications, and records are in the cloud, the business must take responsibility for them by ensuring their security.

Key elements involved in how to secure cloud infrastructure include:

• Identity and access management (IAM)

• Data encryption (in transit and at rest)

• Continuous threat monitoring and alerting

• Regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing (VAPT)

• Compliance with data protection laws like the Philippines’ Data Privacy Act

Securing all layers of the cloud stack enables a business to prevent unauthorized access, thereby protecting against data breaches and service outages.