Cloud Security Fundamentals: Multi-Platform Approach
Cloud security requires comprehensive understanding of protection mechanisms across multiple platforms and service models. Organizations must implement layered security strategies that address infrastructure, application, and data protection while maintaining compliance and operational efficiency. Cloud Security Framework Foundations Cloud security operates on shared responsibility models where providers secure infrastructure while customers protect applications and data. Understanding these boundaries enables appropriate security control implementation across different service models. Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) requires customers to manage operating system security, network configurations, and application protection. Platform as a Service (PaaS) shifts some responsibilities to providers while maintaining customer accountability for application security and data protection. Software as a Service (SaaS) provides the most provider-managed security but requires customers to ...