Cloud Computing and Security: Alarming Findings on Access Control Vulnerabilities
Cloud Computing and Its Critical Security Failures
Recent findings from a Tenable study highlight that cloud computing vulnerabilities are rampant, with 38% of organizations revealing critically exposed workloads. This study points to a dire need for enhanced cloud security measures across industries.
Understanding the Exposure Risks
The report indicates that 74% of organizations have publicly accessible storage, often containing sensitive data due to excessive permissions. As companies adopt more cloud-native applications, they increase their storage of crucial customer and business information, making them prime targets for cyber threats.
- 39% of organizations have public storage buckets.
- 84% show critical or high severity excessive permissions in unused access keys.
- 78% face significant risks with exposed Kubernetes API servers.
Proposed Mitigation Strategies
Tenable recommends adopting governance, risk, and compliance practices to secure cloud architectures effectively. A structured approach to auditing permissions is essential for minimizing exposure risks and enhancing overall security posture.
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