Cloud Security: Data Masking to Keep Your Data Safe

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The proliferation of the cloud is undeniable, as are the number of cybercriminal attacks. That is why it is essential to have a cloud security strategy.
Virtualization and cloud computing are transforming the way IT structures are conceived. Under this new modality, it is essential to pay special attention to data security , since access to multiple servers and applications is multiplying.

Let’s take a look at the main risks of cloud data management, and what solutions can organizations implement to mitigate them?




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The risks of cloud data management
Cloud environments, and in general, all those that involve outsourcing in the operation of information systems, are especially sensitive to the problem of security, given the poor or non-existent relationship between users and the company that owns the information, their high turnover and geographic relocation.

Therefore, organizations that opt ​​for cloud practices, where multiple individual departments request access to new applications hosted in the cloud, must address the data security exposures that this practice brings with it.



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The most frequent risks are related to:

Data breach and leakage: Information is leaked or extracted without any authorization. Attackers attempt to extract names, email addresses, usernames, and passwords.

Lack of secure API: Application user interface (API) is used to implement control. Some are built into mobile or web applications to provide access to employees or external users. Any external API can lead to unauthorized access by those seeking sensitive company data and to manipulate services.

Loss of visibility: Many companies access a variety of cloud services through different devices and departments. These types of configurations result in loss of visibility into access to the cloud infrastructure, resulting in the destruction of access and data uploads.

Improper access management: This is considered the most common risk. Attackers use web applications, user login credentials, causing data leaks.

DoS Attack: In DoS attack, data gets overloaded and tends to stop functioning properly rendering the system unusable for users and disrupting their workflow. System resources are wasted and can cause various speed and stability issues.