Cloud security
The cloud offers improved efficiency, flexibility and scalability, but its benefits can be reversed if security isn't top of mind. Read cloud security best practices, including tips on data protection and IaaS, PaaS and SaaS security, as well as cloud-specific tools and services such as CASBs, CWPPs and CSPM.
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- Tip18 Feb 2026
How to evaluate NGFW products to strengthen cybersecurity
Next-generation firewalls are critical tools in today's evolving threat landscape. Learn how to evaluate and select an NGFW that will bolster your company's cybersecurity posture. Continue Reading
By- Karen Kent,Trusted Cyber Annex
- Tip06 Feb 2026
Why organizations need cloud attack surface management
Cloud environments constantly change, expanding attack surfaces beyond traditional tools. Cloud ASM delivers continuous visibility to identify exposures, misconfigurations and risk. Continue Reading
By- Dave Shackleford,Voodoo Security
- Feature17 Dec 2025
Top data protection software vendors for business in 2026
Data compromises carry real financial risk to organizations. It's imperative to invest in the right multifunctional data protection software that ensures security. Continue Reading
- Opinion15 Dec 2025
5 network security predictions for 2026
What does 2026 have in store for network security? Omdia analyst John Grady shares his top five predictions for the upcoming year. Continue Reading
By- John Grady,Principal Analyst
- Omdia
Intelligence and advice powered by decades of global expertise and comprehensive coverage of the tech markets.
- Feature12 Dec 2025
Guide to cloud container security risks and best practices
Containers are an integral part of a growing number of production environments. But they can become security risks if not managed correctly. Continue Reading
By- Dave Shackleford,Voodoo Security
- Opinion05 Dec 2025
Security highlights from AWS re:Invent 2025
AWS made a handful of announcements about how it is prepping to secure increased productivity with AI. Continue Reading
By- Melinda Marks,Practice Director
- Omdia
Intelligence and advice powered by decades of global expertise and comprehensive coverage of the tech markets.
- Tip19 Nov 2025
When to consider Kubernetes security posture management
Securely using Kubernetes to build, manage and automate application and infrastructure deployments is a growing challenge for security teams. Continue Reading
By- Dave Shackleford,TechTarget
- Tip10 Nov 2025
CNAPP vs. CSPM: Comparing cloud security tools
CNAPP or CSPM? Understand the key differences between these cloud security tools to make an informed choice that aligns with your organization's maturity level. Continue Reading
By- Dave Shackleford,Voodoo Security
- Conference Coverage10 Nov 2025
Microsoft Ignite 2025 conference coverage
Our guide to Microsoft Ignite 2025 has everything you need to know about the annual conference, including live news updates, expert analysis and highlights from last year's show. Continue Reading
By- Kate Murray, Managing Editor
- Tip21 Oct 2025
CSPM vs. DSPM: Complementary security posture tools
CSPM delivers important information on cloud configuration status. DSPM details the security posture of data, whether it's in the cloud or an on-premises environment. Continue Reading
By- Dave Shackleford,Voodoo Security
- Definition15 Oct 2025
What is a 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
By- Paul Kirvan
- Alexander S. Gillis,Technical Writer and Editor
- Dan Sullivan
- Opinion03 Oct 2025
HashiConf highlights security opportunities to support scale
HashiCorp's latest tools and updates help security teams collaborate with DevOps teams for efficient, scalable cloud security. Continue Reading
By- Melinda Marks,Practice Director
- Tip02 Sep 2025
An introduction to AWS IAM and security best practices
With AI threats rising and machine identities outnumbering humans 82-to-1, discover how AWS IAM's authentication and authorization framework safeguards your cloud resources. Continue Reading
By- Stephen J. Bigelow,Senior Technology Editor
- Kathleen Casey,Site Editor
- Tip27 Aug 2025
Compare Azure Government vs. Azure's commercial cloud
Microsoft's Azure Government and global cloud offerings serve different customers and have different compliance requirements. See how they compare to make the right choice. Continue Reading
- Definition18 Aug 2025
What is AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate?
AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate is a certification for IT professionals who use Amazon Web Services to design and implement cloud solutions. Continue Reading
- Tip11 Aug 2025
A practical guide to PATs in Azure DevOps
In the rapidly evolving DevOps landscape, understanding how and when to use PATs empowers users to build flexible, secure and reliable automation strategies. Continue Reading
- Tip07 Aug 2025
Prevent and manage cloud shadow AI with policies and tools
Unmanaged cloud-based AI tool use can result in data loss and reputational harm, among other risks. The time to stop and prevent cloud-based shadow AI use is now. Continue Reading
By- Dave Shackleford,Voodoo Security
- Definition15 Jul 2025
What is cloud infrastructure entitlement management (CIEM)?
Cloud infrastructure entitlement management (CIEM) is a modern cloud security discipline for managing identities and privileges in cloud environments. Continue Reading
By- Mary K. Pratt
- Kinza Yasar,Technical Writer
- Tip15 Jul 2025
What is cybersecurity mesh? Key applications and benefits
Is it time to consider a different approach to security architecture? Cybersecurity mesh might be an effective way to address complex, distributed environments. Continue Reading
By- Ed Moyle,SecurityCurve
- Tip07 Jul 2025
The cloud's role in PQC migration
Even though Q-Day might be several years away, enterprises should develop a strategic plan to prepare for the future. Experts share what challenges lie ahead with PQC migration. Continue Reading
- Tip27 Jun 2025
Cybersecurity skills gap: Why it exists and how to address it
The cybersecurity skills shortage is putting enterprises at risk. Worse, it shows no sign of abating. Here is why it's happening and what employers can do to mitigate the problem. Continue Reading
By- Karen Kent,Trusted Cyber Annex
- Tip25 Jun 2025
10 remote work cybersecurity risks and how to prevent them
Larger attack surfaces, limited oversight of data use, AI-driven attacks and vulnerable enterprise technologies are among the security risks faced in remote work environments. Continue Reading
- Tip23 Jun 2025
How to choose a cybersecurity vendor: 12 key criteria
Choosing a cybersecurity vendor entails a two-phase approach: shortlisting vendors using clear requirements, then conducting thorough evaluations based on key criteria. Here's how. Continue Reading
- Definition11 Jun 2025
What is ransomware as a service (RaaS)?
Ransomware as a service (RaaS) is a subscription-based business model that enables threat actors, also called affiliates, to launch ransomware attacks by accessing and using predeveloped ransomware tools. Continue Reading
By- Alexander S. Gillis,Technical Writer and Editor
- Kinza Yasar,Technical Writer
- Sean Michael Kerner
- Tip02 Jun 2025
The DOGE effect on cybersecurity: Efficiency vs. risk
The DOGE effect on security is a complex issue. Pursuit of efficiency might be a legitimate goal, but experts caution it can conflict with cybersecurity defenses. Continue Reading
- Video02 Jun 2025
The DOGE effect on cyber: What's happened and what's next?
In this webinar, part of 'CISO Insights' series, cybersecurity experts debate the pros and cons of the Department of Government Efficiency's actions and the impact on their field. Continue Reading
- Tip21 May 2025
How to choose a cloud key management service
Amazon, Microsoft, Google, Oracle and cloud-agnostic vendors offer cloud key management services. Read up on what each offers and how to choose the right KMS for your company. Continue Reading
By- Dave Shackleford,Voodoo Security
- Feature30 Apr 2025
RSAC Conference 2025 video reports
We chatted on camera with attendees and presenters at RSAC 2025. Check out this video collection to get highlights from one of the world's major cybersecurity conferences. Continue Reading
By- Brenda L. Horrigan,Executive Managing Editor
- Opinion25 Apr 2025
RSAC 2025 to center on agentic AI, GenAI in security
If AI continues to become more accurate and secure, automation and self-healing systems that strengthen security programs could be the future. Continue Reading
By- Melinda Marks,Practice Director
- News15 Apr 2025
7 RSAC 2025 cloud security sessions you don't want to miss
Some of the brightest minds in the industry will discuss how to strengthen cloud security. Continue Reading
— Dark Reading - Definition14 Apr 2025
What is cloud security?
Cloud security, or cloud computing security, is a set of policies, practices and controls deployed to protect cloud-based data, applications and infrastructure from cyberattacks and cyberthreats. Continue Reading
By- Mary E. Shacklett,Transworld Data
- Kinza Yasar,Technical Writer
- Andrew Froehlich,West Gate Networks
- Opinion03 Apr 2025
Palo Alto Networks pushes platformization, AI for security
At Ignite in New York, the vendor laid out plans to use AI and platformization to consolidate cybersecurity tools and data to combat increasingly sophisticated attacks. Continue Reading
By- John Grady,Principal Analyst
- Omdia
Intelligence and advice powered by decades of global expertise and comprehensive coverage of the tech markets.
- Opinion27 Mar 2025
What the $32B Google-Wiz deal says about cloud-native security
Google's acquisition of Wiz for $32 billion highlights the importance of cloud-native security as organizations transition to microservices and containerization. Continue Reading
By- Melinda Marks,Practice Director
- Omdia
Intelligence and advice powered by decades of global expertise and comprehensive coverage of the tech markets.
- Definition26 Mar 2025
What is a web application firewall (WAF)? WAF explained
A web application firewall (WAF) is a firewall that is meant to protect web applications against common web-based threats. Continue Reading
By- Alexander S. Gillis,Technical Writer and Editor
- Kinza Yasar,Technical Writer
- Definition06 Mar 2025
What is the Twofish encryption algorithm?
Twofish is a symmetric-key block cipher with a block size of 128 bits and variable-length key of size 128, 192 or 256 bits. Continue Reading
- Tip28 Feb 2025
Why and how to create Azure service principals
Service principals are a convenient and secure way to protect Azure resources. Follow this step-by-step guide to create a service principal that defends vital Azure workloads. Continue Reading
- News24 Feb 2025
Apple pulls Advanced Data Protection in UK, sparking concerns
Privacy and security concerns mount, as Apple pulls the end-to-end encryption feature for users located in the U.K. following pressures from the government. Continue Reading
By- Arielle Waldman,Features Writer, Dark Reading
- Opinion24 Feb 2025
Changing perceptions of network security tools from CSPs
Research from Enterprise Strategy Group found the conversation about cloud service provider and third-party vendor network security tools is changing. Continue Reading
By- John Grady,Principal Analyst
- Omdia
Intelligence and advice powered by decades of global expertise and comprehensive coverage of the tech markets.
- Definition11 Feb 2025
- Feature14 Jan 2025
The history of cloud computing explained
Get a clear view of cloud's historical milestones, how it evolved into the juggernaut it is today and transformed the commercial and working worlds for businesses and consumers. Continue Reading
By- Stephen J. Bigelow,Senior Technology Editor
- Tip08 Jan 2025
How to protect VMs with Azure Bastion hosts
Port scans are a popular hacking technique used to find network vulnerabilities. Could Azure Bastion hosts provide the network security businesses need? Continue Reading
- News07 Jan 2025
CISA: BeyondTrust breach affected Treasury Department only
The government cybersecurity agency says fallout from a breach against BeyondTrust last month has not affected other federal agencies, although the investigation is ongoing. Continue Reading
By- Arielle Waldman,Features Writer, Dark Reading
- Opinion03 Jan 2025
2025 cloud-native cybersecurity predictions
Join Informa TechTarget's Enterprise Strategy Group analyst Melinda Marks as she looks at what 2025 has in store for cloud-native security. Continue Reading
By- Melinda Marks,Practice Director
- Omdia
Intelligence and advice powered by decades of global expertise and comprehensive coverage of the tech markets.
- News31 Dec 2024
Treasury Department breached through BeyondTrust service
The Treasury Department said Chinese government hackers gained access to a key for BeyondTrust's Remote Support service and used it to breach the federal agency. Continue Reading
By- Rob Wright,Senior News Director, Dark Reading
- Tip30 Dec 2024
Top public cloud service providers of 2025: How they compare
As the market share gap tightens among AWS, Microsoft and Google, see how their features and offerings stack up against each other and some of the smaller cloud providers. Continue Reading
- Tip26 Dec 2024
Cloud migration security challenges and best practices
Cloud migration can seem daunting to security teams. Following these essential practices can help them move infrastructure and applications to the cloud safely and securely. Continue Reading
By- Dave Shackleford,Voodoo Security
- News19 Dec 2024
BeyondTrust SaaS instances breached in cyberattack
BeyondTrust, a privileged access management vendor, patched two vulnerabilities this week after attackers compromised SaaS instances for a 'limited number' of customers. Continue Reading
By- Arielle Waldman,Features Writer, Dark Reading
- Tip17 Dec 2024
The 10 best cloud security certifications for IT pros in 2025
Certifications can help security pros prove their baseline knowledge of infosec topics. Consider adding these top cloud security certifications to your arsenal. Continue Reading
By- Sharon Shea,Executive Editor
- Feature13 Dec 2024
Breaking down the cost of cloud computing in 2025
Businesses migrating to the cloud can reap benefits they wouldn't get staying on the premises -- but then there's the pricing. Check out cost structures of the big three providers. Continue Reading
- News02 Dec 2024
AWS launches automated service for incident response
AWS Security Incident Response, which launched ahead of the re:Invent 2024 conference this week, can automatically triage and remediate events detected in Amazon GuardDuty. Continue Reading
By- Rob Wright,Senior News Director, Dark Reading
- Tip26 Nov 2024
Microsoft Teams monitoring tips for admins
Learn how to use PowerShell to set up an automated way to check for suspicious activity in the Microsoft chat service to avoid security and compliance issues. Continue Reading
By- Liam Cleary,SharePlicity
- News26 Nov 2024
AWS CISO details automated cybersecurity tools for customers
Chris Betz, CISO at AWS, discusses how three internal tools are designed to automatically identify and mitigate threats for the cloud giant's customers. Continue Reading
By- Rob Wright,Senior News Director, Dark Reading
- News19 Nov 2024
Microsoft to offer hackers millions in Zero Day Quest event
Microsoft launched Zero Day Quest on Tuesday with a preliminary event offering bug bounty researchers rewards with multipliers for select security scenarios. Continue Reading
By- Alexander Culafi,Senior News Writer, Dark Reading
- Definition18 Nov 2024
What is public cloud? A definition and in-depth guide
A public cloud is a third-party managed platform that uses the standard cloud computing model to make resources, applications and services available on demand to remote users around the world. Continue Reading
By- Stephen J. Bigelow,Senior Technology Editor
- Kathleen Casey,Site Editor
- Ron Karjian,Industry Editor
- News15 Nov 2024
MFA required for AWS Organizations member accounts in 2025
AWS is one of several cloud providers that will implement MFA requirements over the next year, with other relevant names including Google Cloud and Microsoft Azure. Continue Reading
By- Alexander Culafi,Senior News Writer, Dark Reading
- Answer14 Nov 2024
8 ways enterprises can enhance object storage security
Object storage is a popular method for storing data, so security is critical. Access is a big piece, extending across several of the eight security best practices here. Continue Reading
- Podcast14 Nov 2024
CEO: GenAI changes multi-cloud security, network equation
Aviatrix CEO Doug Merritt sees generative AI apps forcing a more distributed approach to cloud infrastructure, but he believes it will also help SecOps catch up with threats. Continue Reading
By- Beth Pariseau,Senior News Writer
- Tip07 Nov 2024
How to create an enterprise cloud security budget
As companies migrate more sensitive data and resources into the cloud, it's important to deploy relevant security tools and processes, while staying within budget. Continue Reading
By- Dave Shackleford,Voodoo Security
- Feature07 Nov 2024
15 IAM interview questions to prep for your next career move
The job market for identity and access management positions is strong right now, but the competition could be tough. Use these 15 questions to guide your interview prep. Continue Reading
- News05 Nov 2024
Canadian authorities arrest alleged Snowflake hacker
Alexander Moucka was arrested last week and is expected to appear in court Tuesday for allegedly breaching dozens of Snowflake customers. Continue Reading
By- Arielle Waldman,Features Writer, Dark Reading
- Feature01 Nov 2024
The future of cloud computing: Top trends and predictions
Expect GenAI, IoT, cloud-native, edge computing, power-hungry data centers, data-hungry LLMs, FinOps and privacy laws to shape public cloud's future as a viable service model. Continue Reading
- Feature29 Oct 2024
10 key characteristics of cloud computing
Evaluate how these 10 characteristics of cloud computing, such as on-demand self-service and broad network access, can help you become a more nimble and cost-effective business. Continue Reading
By- Kathleen Casey,Site Editor
- Opinion28 Oct 2024
Omnissa-CrowdStrike union reunites management and security
Organizations have growing security and management needs, so partnerships between vendors such as the Omnissa-CrowdStrike partnership provide necessary synergy for IT staff. Continue Reading
By- Gabe Knuth,Principal Analyst
- Omdia
Intelligence and advice powered by decades of global expertise and comprehensive coverage of the tech markets.
- Feature24 Oct 2024
AI in cloud computing: Benefits and concerns
Businesses see public cloud as the primary vehicle for delivering generative AI's benefits in productivity, operational efficiency and workflow automation, but challenges remain. Continue Reading
- News24 Oct 2024
AWS CDK security issue could lead to account takeovers
Aqua Security researchers discovered AWS Cloud Development Kit is susceptible to an attack vector the vendor refers to as 'shadows resources,' which can put accounts at risk. Continue Reading
By- Rob Wright,Senior News Director, Dark Reading
- News21 Oct 2024
Study outlines 'severe' security issues in cloud providers
Possible security issues involving cloud systems should be taken seriously, as the paper noted the five vendors outlined are responsible for more than 22 million users. Continue Reading
By- Alexander Culafi,Senior News Writer, Dark Reading
- News17 Oct 2024
HashiCorp Vault scalability updates target big enterprises
HashiCorp Vault 1.18 updates make it more suited to large companies, which the vendor is courting with a lighter cloud migration push than with Terraform. Continue Reading
By- Beth Pariseau,Senior News Writer
- News17 Oct 2024
HashiCorp CTO talks AI strategy, Ansible tie-ins, FedRAMP
In a Q&A to wrap up HashiConf, the company's co-founder and CTO gave his outlook on HashiCorp's approach to AI, configuration management and cloud compliance. Continue Reading
By- Beth Pariseau,Senior News Writer
- Tip11 Oct 2024
Cloud licensing explained: What businesses need to know
Businesses vacating the premises and setting up their data and applications in a distributed environment must consider cloud licensing's options, advantages and disadvantages. Continue Reading
- News09 Oct 2024
Ivanti zero-day vulnerabilities exploited in chained attack
The new exploit chains targeting Ivanti Cloud Service Application customers are connected to a previously disclosed critical path traversal flaw, CVE-2024-8963. Continue Reading
By- Alexander Culafi,Senior News Writer, Dark Reading
- Tip08 Oct 2024
How to plan a cloud strategy: Complete guide and template
A cloud strategy document is a mission statement, not a design document. It should capture thewhat andwhy of a company's cloud strategy, without delving into the minutiae ofhow. Continue Reading
By- Stephen J. Bigelow,Senior Technology Editor
- Opinion01 Oct 2024
Research reveals strategies to improve cloud-native security
As organizations focus on the cloud to deliver and scale applications, security teams struggle to keep up. Recent research points to how teams can effectively manage cloud security risk. Continue Reading
By- Melinda Marks,Practice Director
- Omdia
Intelligence and advice powered by decades of global expertise and comprehensive coverage of the tech markets.
- Tip23 Sep 2024
ASPM vs. ASOC: How do they differ?
Application security posture management and application security orchestration and correlation tools both aim to secure applications but use different methodologies. Continue Reading
By- Dave Shackleford,Voodoo Security
- Definition04 Sep 2024
What is a cloud architect and how do you become one?
A cloud architect is an IT professional who is responsible for overseeing a company's cloud computing strategy. Continue Reading
By- Kinza Yasar,Technical Writer
- Ben Lutkevich,Site Editor
- Nicholas Rando,TechTarget
- Tip04 Sep 2024
Microsoft Purview Audit helps IT flush out bad behavior
The auditing tool gives enterprises a way to find problems by examining logs from Microsoft 365 cloud services, such as Exchange Online, to see what actions were taken and where. Continue Reading
- Definition20 Aug 2024
What is cloud detection and response (CDR)?
Cloud computing requires a security approach that is different than traditional protections. Where does cloud detection and response fit into a cybersecurity strategy? Continue Reading
- Tip19 Aug 2024
Too many cloud security tools? Time for consolidation
Does your organization need every cloud security platform and service currently in use? Tool consolidation can reduce the chances of coverage gaps and increase security. Continue Reading
By- Dave Shackleford,Voodoo Security
- News19 Aug 2024
Microsoft to roll out mandatory MFA for Azure
Following several high-profile attacks across the globe on MFA-less accounts, Microsoft will make the security measure mandatory for Azure sign-ins beginning in October. Continue Reading
By- Arielle Waldman,Features Writer, Dark Reading
- News08 Aug 2024
Wiz researchers hacked into leading AI infrastructure providers
During Black Hat USA 2024, Wiz researchers discussed how they were able to infiltrate leading AI service providers and access confidential data and models across the platforms. Continue Reading
By- Arielle Waldman,Features Writer, Dark Reading
- News07 Aug 2024
Researchers unveil AWS vulnerabilities, 'shadow resource' vector
During a Black Hat USA 2024 session, Aqua Security researchers demonstrated how they discovered six cloud vulnerabilities in AWS services and a new attack vector. Continue Reading
By- Rob Wright,Senior News Director, Dark Reading
- Opinion06 Aug 2024
Highlights from CloudNativeSecurityCon 2024
This year's Cloud Native Computing Foundation CloudNativeSecurityCon highlighted cloud-native security issues to its many attendees who don't hold security-focused roles. Continue Reading
By- Melinda Marks,Practice Director
- Omdia
Intelligence and advice powered by decades of global expertise and comprehensive coverage of the tech markets.
- Tip06 Aug 2024
How to protect against cloud DDoS attacks
Cloud DDoS protection enables companies to detect and mitigate DDoS attacks before they cause significant downtime, infrastructure issues and potential business losses. Continue Reading
By- Dave Shackleford,Voodoo Security
- News31 Jul 2024
Microsoft confirms DDoS attack disrupted cloud services
Microsoft suffered a DDoS attack on Tuesday that caused massive outages for customers around the world. Continue Reading
By- Arielle Waldman,Features Writer, Dark Reading
- Feature29 Jul 2024
8 blockchain-as-a-service providers to have on your radar
You don't have to build your blockchain project from the ground up. These cloud-based service providers can provide the necessary infrastructure, networking and development tools. Continue Reading
By- Christine Campbell,The Alpha Content Company
- Tony Kontzer
- Definition26 Jul 2024
What is malware? Prevention, detection and how attacks work
Malware, or malicious software, is any program or file that's intentionally harmful to a computer, network or server. Continue Reading
By- Kinza Yasar,Technical Writer
- Ben Lutkevich,Site Editor
- Tip22 Jul 2024
8 cloud detection and response use cases
Unsure whether cloud detection and response is useful for your organization? These eight use cases could make CDR indispensable. Continue Reading
By- Dave Shackleford,Voodoo Security
- Tip22 Jul 2024
Cloud detection and response: CDR vs. EDR vs. NDR vs. XDR
Cloud detection and response is the latest detection and response tool. Explore how it differs from endpoint, network and extended detection and response tools. Continue Reading
By- Dave Shackleford,Voodoo Security
- News18 Jul 2024
Amazon CISO discusses the company's cautious approach to AI
At the recent AWS re:Inforce 2024 conference, Amazon CISO CJ Moses spoke about the risks and threats associated with new AI technology and how the cloud giant addresses them. Continue Reading
By- Rob Wright,Senior News Director, Dark Reading
- Tip18 Jul 2024
How to conduct a cloud security assessment
Cloud computing presents organizations of all types with a nearly endless array of security challenges. Is your security team keeping up – and how do you know? Continue Reading
By- Dave Shackleford,Voodoo Security
- Answer11 Jul 2024
CASB vs. SASE: What's the difference?
CASB and SASE enhance network and SaaS application security. CASB acts as a security layer for cloud services, while SASE integrates networking and security into one framework. Continue Reading
By- Evgeniy Kharam,EK Cyber and Media Consulting
- Dmitry Raidman,Cybeats & Security Architecture Podcast
- Tip02 Jul 2024
How to secure Azure Functions with Entra ID
Centralized identity management is vital to the protection of your organization's resources. Do you know how to secure Azure Functions with Entra ID to optimize data security? Continue Reading
By- Liam Cleary,SharePlicity
- Opinion21 Jun 2024
AWS makes strong case for its security advantages at re:Inforce
At re:Inforce 2024, AWS shared details of its secure-by-design measures to protect customer data. Continue Reading
By- David Vance
- Omdia
Intelligence and advice powered by decades of global expertise and comprehensive coverage of the tech markets.
- Feature17 Jun 2024
CASB vs. CSPM vs. CWPP: Comparing cloud security tool types
Let's break down some cloud security alphabet soup. CASB, CSPM and CWPP overlap to an extent, but you'll want to pay close attention to how they accomplish different things. Continue Reading
By- Amy Larsen DeCarlo,GlobalData
- News12 Jun 2024
AWS touts security culture, AI protections at re:Inforce 2024
AWS executives highlighted the company's longstanding security, which evoked comparisons to its chief cloud rival Microsoft and the recent Cyber Safety Review Board report. Continue Reading
By- Rob Wright,Senior News Director, Dark Reading
- Tip11 Jun 2024
SASE vs. SSE: Explaining the differences
Most security professionals are familiar with secure access service edge, but now, there's a new tool for administrators to consider: security service edge. Continue Reading
By- Dave Shackleford,Voodoo Security
- News10 Jun 2024
Mandiant: 'Exposed credentials' led to Snowflake attacks
According to new threat research, Mandiant is reporting that UNC5537 conducted attacks against Snowflake database customers at least as early as April 14. Continue Reading
By- Alexander Culafi,Senior News Writer, Dark Reading
- Tip10 Jun 2024
8 SaaS security best practices for 2024
SaaS has become ubiquitous. To secure it, take steps to inventory SaaS usage, securely authenticate usage, encrypt data, adopt single sign-on and more. Continue Reading
By- Ed Moyle,SecurityCurve
- Podcast05 Jun 2024
Risk & Repeat: Sorting out Snowflake's security mess
This podcast episode discusses the recent attacks against Snowflake customers and a controversial report that claimed the cloud storage and analytics giant had been breached. Continue Reading
By- Alexander Culafi,Senior News Writer, Dark Reading
- Tip05 Jun 2024
What is a cloud security framework? A complete guide
With so many apps and data residing in cloud, employing a security framework to help protect cloud infrastructure is an essential move for an organization. Continue Reading
By- Ed Moyle,SecurityCurve
- Tip05 Jun 2024
Cloud security automation: Benefits and best practices
Automating security in the cloud can be invaluable for threat detection and mitigation. Explore key areas where security professionals should implement automation. Continue Reading
By- Dave Shackleford,Voodoo Security
- News04 Jun 2024
Tenable warns of vulnerability in Azure service tags
Microsoft disagreed with Tenable's assessment, saying the security issue in Azure service tags is not a vulnerability and that additional authentication layers are required. Continue Reading
By- Alexander Culafi,Senior News Writer, Dark Reading
- Feature04 Jun 2024
What is cloud security management? A strategic guide
This cloud security guide explains challenges enterprises face today; best practices for securing and managing SaaS, IaaS and PaaS; and comparisons of cloud-native security tools. Continue Reading
By- Phil Sweeney,Industry Editor
- Stephen J. Bigelow,Senior Technology Editor
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- 5G fixed wireless access use cases continue to grow
FWA delivers wireless broadband internet to remote regions, temporary setups and other locations not suitable for wired ...
- How to optimize DNS for reliable business operations
The internet would be different today without DNS anchoring digital communications. Companies can take some basic steps to ensure...
- Cisco G300 AI network chip, AgenticOps parry Broadcom, HPE
Cisco's entrée into 102.4 Tbps silicon boasts in-place programmability and new AgenticOps features as enterprise AI ...
- The AI hype bubble might parallel the dot-com era bust
The current AI hype era resembles the dot-com bubble era in some ways, but there are significant differences as well.
- How a CIO guides agentic AI with structured governance
Rimini Street's CIO explains how he deployed agentic AI for research and service -- and how an AI steering committee governs ...
- 5 pillars of an agentic AI strategy
Agentic AI is forcing CIOs to rethink IT strategy. Success depends on identifying key use cases, assessing data readiness, ...
- Should enterprises upgrade to Windows 11 now?
With Windows 10 end of support now past, enterprises must evaluate whether to upgrade to Windows 11 based on hardware readiness, ...
- The new geography of enterprise risk
Risk is no longer centered only in core systems. Identity, hiring, endpoints and partner platforms are where exposure ...
- When is Windows 10 end of life? How to extend support
The Windows 10 end-of-support deadline forces IT teams to choose between Windows 11 migration, ESU enrollment and broader desktop...
- GenAI drives $119B cloud revenue in Q4
Q4 cloud infrastructure service revenues reach $119.1 billion, bringing the 2025 total to $419 billion. See how much market share...
- Cloud infrastructure suffers AI growing pains
Will $5 trillion in AI infrastructure investment be enough? Cloud providers facing that question must also yield a return, ...
- 8 reasons why IT leaders are embracing cloud repatriation
As IT leaders aggressively re-allocate capital to fund new AI initiatives, repatriation offers both savings and greater control, ...
- ICO wins appeal over data protection obligations in Currys cyber attack
The ICO has won an important appeal relating to data protection obligations arising from a 2017-18 cyber attack at electronics ...
- PromptSpy Android malware may exploit Gemini AI
A newly-uncovered malware targeting the Android operating system seems to exploit Google’s Gemini GenAI tool to help it maintain ...
- Artificial intelligence drives autonomous networks, customer service gains
Survey from AI tech leader reveals growing advances of AI in telecoms, underscoring strong AI adoption, impact and investment in ...