We’ve discussed some of the most common cloud computing attack vectors malicious actors use to achieve their goals.
So, the next question is – how can organizations protect themselves from such attacks?
Encrypt data
To keep data secure, the front line of defense for any cloud system is encryption. Encryption methods utilize complex algorithms to conceal cloud-protected information.
To decipher encrypted files, would-be hackers would need the encryption key. Although encrypted information is not 100% uncrackable, decryption requires a huge amount of computer processing power, forensic software, and a lot of time.
Data in the cloud environment needs to be encrypted at all stages of its transfer and storage:
at the source (on the user’s side)
in transit (during its transfer from the user to the cloud server)
at rest (when stored in the cloud database)
Use strong passwords and multi factor authentification
Instead of simple username and password authentication check, multifactor authentication must be implemented.
There are various tools that require both static passwords and dynamic passwords. The latter confirms a user’s credentials by providing a one-time password on a mobile phone or using biometric schemes or hardware tokens.
Trust, but verify
You have to validate the faith you put in your cloud provider. Trust is essential because everyone must have access to your infrastructure if you are going to move and build quickly. But it’s essential that you also monitor and audit continuously so you can verify business-critical activity and manage risk effectively.
Detect intrusions
Provide your cloud-based solution with a fully managed intrusion detection system that can detect and inform about the malicious use of cloud services by intruders. Use an intrusion detection system that provides network monitoring and notifies about the abnormal behavior of insiders.