There are copious advantages of cloud computing, so if you are looking to stay modern and ahead of your competitors, cloud migration is essential.

However, migrating to the cloud comes with cloud computing security issues. These potential security threats are serious and can damage your company in more ways than one, which is why it is vital that we identify these potential risks and put measures in place to prevent severe damage.

If you’re unsure of how cloud computing operates, read more here in our beginner’s guide.

• Data breaches – this commonly occurs by human error: opening fraudulent emails or links. Data breaches are one of the most significant risks a company faces as they can be crippling.
• Data loss – tends to occur through malicious attacks and natural disasters. Without a backup solution in place, losing precious data can be catastrophic.

Therefore, it is essential to implement cloud security solutions so that backed up data doesn’t get attacked.

Therefore, it is essential to implement a zero-trust security architecture, meaning that no user is initially trusted until verification is provided. Implementing two-factor authentication (2FA) is the best way to quickly get your team verified securely.

Be strict with who you allow access to when it comes to specific applications and make sure your team is cybersecurity conscious. This will help you combat future cloud computing security issues and stop you from worrying about internal risks.

It is vital to keep your login details complex and regularly changed.

Type of cyber-attacks:

• Phishing emails – fraudulent emails that aim to gain personal information.
• Malware – a piece of software intentionally created with malicious intent.
• Hijacking – cyber-criminals hijacking account information, which can be done remotely. These account takeovers allow cybercriminals to roam freely in your cloud environment. Make sure you know how to look out for suspicious activity.

These issues are exacerbated by your team having weak login details and enabling successful phishing attacks. Help prevent malicious cyber-attacks by training your team on spotting phishing emails, creating strong passwords, and regularly updating your anti-virus software. It is also crucial that you regularly backup your data, so your data can be restored if an attack is successful.

Application Programme Interface (API) enables companies to create bespoke cloud infrastructures. However, APIs have endpoints, giving outsider access, leaving them vulnerable to encryption and data extraction.

Secure your APIs by implementing authentication solutions, regularly managing them, and utilising API security software.

Many, if not all, of these problems, link back to human error and employee access. Read more here and find out if your business is cybersecurity prepared.

Cloud computing security issues are serious threats to your business. However, they are not impossible to overcome.

Take our Cloud Migration Assessment today and be ready for the future.