The Growing Cloud Risk Landscape
As organizations migrate sensitive data to the cloud, the attack surface has expanded far beyond traditional boundaries. Recent research highlights a stark reality:
of companies experienced a serious cloud security incident in 2024.
of cloud breaches involve human error or misconfigurations.
8 Core Cloud Security Tool Types
- 1. IAM (Identity & Access Management): The new perimeter. Defines who can access what under specific conditions using MFA and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC).
- 2. CASB (Cloud Access Security Broker): Acts as a policy enforcement bridge between users and SaaS providers, essential for managing “Shadow IT.”
- 3. SASE/SSE: Converges networking and security into a single cloud-delivered model, securing remote traffic and DNS.
- 4. Enterprise Browser: Secures work at the interaction level, isolating business data from personal web browsing.
- 5. DLP (Data Loss Prevention): Protects sensitive intellectual property by monitoring data in motion and at rest across all platforms.
- 6. CSPM (Cloud Security Posture Management): Proactively identifies misconfigured storage buckets and compliance gaps in cloud infrastructure.
- 7. CIEM (Cloud Infrastructure Entitlement Management): Manages “permission sprawl” to ensure users only have the access they strictly require.
- 8. CWPP (Cloud Workload Protection Platform): Focuses on runtime security for active workloads like containers, Kubernetes, and serverless functions.
Strategy for Implementation
Choosing the right tools requires an alignment with your operational reality. Key considerations include:
- Visibility: Can the tool see across all multi-cloud and SaaS instances?
- Scalability: Does the solution grow with your data volume without increasing noise?
- User Experience: Does the security layer impede productivity or provide seamless access?
How NordLayer Empowers Cloud Security
NordLayer facilitates a Zero Trust approach to cloud access. By focusing on identity-first security, NordLayer provides encrypted traffic, DNS filtering, and centralized policy enforcement that integrates seamlessly into SASE architectures.
About Nord Security
The web has become a chaotic space where safety and trust have been compromised by cybercrime and data protection issues. Therefore, our team has a global mission to shape a more trusted and peaceful online future for people everywhere.
About NordLayer
NordLayer is an adaptive network access security solution for modern businesses – from the world’s most trusted cybersecurity brand, Nord Security.
The web has become a chaotic space where safety and trust have been compromised by cybercrime and data protection issues. Therefore, our team has a global mission to shape a more trusted and peaceful online future for people everywhere.
About Version 2 Limited
Version 2 Digital is one of the most dynamic IT companies in Asia. The company distributes a wide range of IT products across various areas including cyber security, cloud, data protection, end points, infrastructures, system monitoring, storage, networking, business productivity and communication products.
Through an extensive network of channels, point of sales, resellers, and partnership companies, Version 2 offers quality products and services which are highly acclaimed in the market. Its customers cover a wide spectrum which include Global 1000 enterprises, regional listed companies, different vertical industries, public utilities, Government, a vast number of successful SMEs, and consumers in various Asian cities.