Cloud security definition
Cloud security is a discipline of cybersecurity focused on the protection of cloud computing systems. It involves a collection of technologies, policies, services, and security controls that protect an organization’s sensitive data, applications, and environments.
Cloud computing, commonly referred to as “the cloud,” is the delivery of hosted services — like storage, servers, and software — through the internet. Cloud computing allows businesses to reduce costs, accelerate deployments, and develop at scale.
Cloud security goals:
- Ensure the privacy of data across networks
- Handle the unique cybersecurity concerns of businesses using multiple cloud services providers
- Control the access of users, devices, and software
