Cloud and Security Governance
Cloud and security governance in cybersecurity refers to the framework of policies, procedures, and standards that organizations implement to manage and mitigate risks associated with cloud computing. It encompasses aspects like:
Data Security: Protecting sensitive data stored in the cloud through encryption, access controls, and data loss prevention measures.
Compliance: Adhering to relevant regulations and industry standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS) for data privacy and security in the cloud.
Risk Management: Identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks associated with cloud adoption, such as data breaches, service disruptions, and compliance violations.
Cost Optimization: Managing cloud costs effectively and avoiding unnecessary expenses.
Incident Response: Establishing procedures to handle security incidents and breaches in the cloud effectively.
How ThreatNG Helps with Cloud and Security Governance
ThreatNG provides valuable capabilities to support cloud and security governance initiatives:
1. Discovery and Assessment:
Identify Cloud Assets: ThreatNG discovers and inventories your organization's cloud assets, including cloud services, storage buckets, and web applications deployed in the cloud. This provides visibility into your cloud footprint and helps ensure all cloud resources are appropriately managed and secured.
Detect Misconfigurations and Vulnerabilities: ThreatNG assesses your cloud environment for misconfigurations, vulnerabilities, and security gaps. This helps you identify and remediate potential risks that could lead to data breaches or compliance violations.
Assess Third-Party Risk: ThreatNG evaluates the security posture of your third-party vendors and partners with access to your cloud environment. This helps you manage supply chain risks and ensure that your partners adhere to your security standards.
Monitor for Anomalies and Threats: ThreatNG continuously monitors your cloud environment for suspicious activities, anomalies, and potential threats. This helps you detect and respond to security incidents in real time.
Track Compliance: ThreatNG helps you track your compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards by identifying potential violations and providing reports on your security posture.
3. Reporting and Collaboration:
Generate Comprehensive Reports: ThreatNG generates detailed reports on your cloud security posture, including risk assessments, vulnerability findings, and compliance status. These reports can be used to communicate with stakeholders, demonstrate compliance, and drive improvements in your cloud security governance.
Facilitate Collaboration: ThreatNG's collaboration features enable security teams to work together effectively to manage cloud risks and respond to security incidents.
Leverage Threat Intelligence: ThreatNG's intelligence repositories provide valuable information on cloud-specific threats, vulnerabilities, and attack techniques. This helps you avoid emerging threats and proactively protect your cloud environment.
Complementary Solutions and Services
ThreatNG can be integrated with complementary solutions and services to enhance cloud and security governance:
Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) Tools: CSPM tools provide continuous monitoring and automated remediation of cloud security misconfigurations.
Cloud Access Security Brokers (CASB): CASB solutions provide visibility and control over cloud environments' user activity and data access.
Identity and Access Management (IAM) Solutions: IAM solutions help manage user identities and access privileges in the cloud, ensuring that only authorized users can access sensitive data and resources.
Examples with Investigation Modules
Identify Shadow IT: ThreatNG can discover unsanctioned cloud services and applications (Shadow IT) that may not be managed or secured according to your organization's policies.
Detect Exposed Data: ThreatNG can identify open and exposed cloud storage buckets, helping you prevent data leaks and ensure compliance with data privacy regulations.
Identify Cloud Credentials: ThreatNG can detect exposed cloud credentials in code repositories, allowing you to secure them and prevent unauthorized access to your cloud environment.
Monitor for Data Breaches: ThreatNG can track news and social media for mentions of data breaches that may involve your organization or your cloud service providers.
By leveraging ThreatNG's capabilities and integrating it with complementary solutions, organizations can establish a robust cloud and security governance framework that protects their cloud assets, ensures compliance, and minimizes risks.
