Through ISMG’s Lens: Cloud Security | Edition 41
With the proliferation of cyber threats and data breaches, ensuring robust security measures within cloud environments has become an imperative. It is a critical component in the realm of modern computing, where organizations increasingly rely on cloud services for data storage, processing, and application deployment.
Adequate cloud security not only protects valuable data assets but also upholds customer trust, ensures regulatory compliance, and maintains business continuity. Cloud security underscores the necessity for organizations to prioritize its implementation and continuous improvement.
In this edition, we will highlight the significance of cloud security and its paramount role in safeguarding sensitive information.
Dive into this edition and learn more:
Attackers Exploit SQL Server to Penetrate Azure Cloud
Microsoft says it spotted an unusual hacking campaign in which hackers attempted to move laterally through the Azure cloud after compromising a virtual SQL Server. It marks the first time that computing giant defenders have seen a lateral movement attempt with SQL Server as the starting point.
Atos Taps Senior Accenture Exec to Run Eviden Security Group
Atos snagged the longtime European CEO of Accenture Technology to lead its soon-to-be-independent $5.76 billion cybersecurity, big data and digital unit. Yves Bernaert, 55, will split Atos' infrastructure and data management and business and platform solutions unit from its high-growth Eviden unit.
Journey to the Cloud: Navigating the Transformation - Part 3
In Part 3 of this three-part blog post, Nikko Asset Management's Marcus Rameke discusses why opting for SaaS or PaaS over IaaS is a sensible decision for most businesses, why cloud solutions are preferable to on-premises HCI, and how to achieve environmental sustainability.
CrowdStrike to Buy AppSec Startup Bionic for Reported $350M
CrowdStrike will buy an application security firm founded by two Israel Defense Forces veterans to deliver risk visibility and protection across the cloud. The deal will provide visibility into application behavior and vulnerability prioritization for server-based and serverless infrastructure.
Kubernetes Advises Users to Patch Command Injection Flaws
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Kubernetes is warning all users to immediately update their clusters to the latest version - released Aug. 23 - to patch a trio of critical command injection vulnerabilities attackers can use to remotely execute code. Akamai has released proof-of-concept code for exploiting one of the flaws.
If you are intrigued by cloud security, join us at 'CIO.inc's Cloud Leadership Summit' and reserve your seat today!
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This one-day-only event will explore the latest advancements, trends, and best practices in cloud computing and its impact on businesses and technology.
Also...
If you wish to be a part of interactive discussions based on the current challenges in cloud security, here are some upcoming virtual roundtables you must register for!
Topic: The Cloud Journey: How to Gain Maturity to Grow Securely in the Cloud
When?
October 10th | 4 PM – 5:30 PM CDT
October 11th | 4 PM – 5:30 PM PDT
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