Cloud storage is a cloud computing model that allows data storage on remote servers operated by a service provider, accessible via internet connections.
Cloud storage utilizes remote servers accessed through the internet, while local storage saves data on physical devices directly connected to a user's device.
Cloud Storage Local Storage Data Storage & Accessibility Hosted on remote servers; accessible via third-party APIs and internet connectivity; access anywhere.
Cloud storage stands out as a secure solution because of the security expertise provided by cloud security providers, data recovery capabilities, and specific security advancements such as ransomware defense integration, business-focused cloud transformations, increased deployment at the edge, and adoption of NVMe over fabrics.
Cloud storage makes data recovery easier in the event of an accident, deletion, or overwrite.
According to Unitrends' 2019 cloud storage research, 62% of respondents had successfully recovered data from the cloud.
The increased scalability of cloud storage can assist effective data recovery solutions.
The use of NVMe over fabrics improves the security of cloud storage by boosting data retrieval procedures.
Despite its obvious benefits, cloud storage still faces common challenges, including misconfiguration, data breaches, insecure interface, unauthorized access, DDoS attacks, insider threats, lack of control, encryption problems, patching issues, compliance, and monitoring issues.
Data breaches frequently occur due to exploited vulnerabilities in cloud infrastructure or applications.
Anyone with sensitive data stored in the cloud is vulnerable in the event of data breach, so enforce strong encryption, authentication, and patching measures.
Users connecting with cloud services via interfaces/APIs are in danger, as are enterprises relying on safe data transactions and interactions with external systems.
Inadequate data storage and access control may result in unintended data exposure.
Your data is vulnerable to interception if you don't encrypt it before transferring or storing it in the cloud.
While cloud storage has many advantages, you must address its weak points to secure data.
Follow the 3-2-1 data storage strategy: Make three copies of data, in two different formats, with one remote infrastructure.
Ensure compliance: Adhere to legal and data residency requirements to avoid potential legal and regulatory issues related to data storage.
Legal compliance: On-premise storage is a consideration for SMBs dealing with sensitive information and operating in industries with strict data protection standards.
Cloud service provider: A reputable provider guarantees that stored data is secure.
Next, get deeper insights on how to secure cloud environments to experience the benefits of cloud storage while establishing data integrity and protection.
This Cyber News was published on www.esecurityplanet.com. Publication date: Thu, 18 Jan 2024 17:13:04 +0000