Shared Responsibility Model

The shared responsibility model for cloud and Software as a Service (SaaS) is a framework that specifies the security obligations of the cloud provider and the client concerning protecting data and applications hosted in the cloud.

In this paradigm, the cloud provider is in charge of protecting both the cloud platform's internal security and the security of the underlying infrastructure, including the actual data centers, networking, and storage. Combating distributed denial of service (DDoS) attacks entails putting safeguards such as firewalls and intrusion detection and prevention systems in place.

On the other hand, the customer is in charge of protecting their apps, data, and user access within the cloud environment that, includes setting up secure configurations for their databases and applications, controlling user access and authentication, and putting additional security safeguards in place such encryption or multifactor authentication.

Depending on the kind of cloud service, there may be some variation in the precise allocation of duties. For instance, with SaaS, the customer guarantees the security of their user accounts and data access, while the cloud provider protects the entire program, including the data.

Overall, the shared responsibility model for cloud and SaaS helps ensure that the cloud provider and customer have defined roles and duties for safeguarding the cloud environment, reducing the risk of security lapses and data loss.

ThreatNG Security can help organizations manage their shared responsibility for cloud and SaaS. This solution provides a comprehensive view of their security posture by identifying vulnerabilities in the cloud provider's infrastructure or their applications and data deployed in the cloud. Assessment capabilities help evaluate the security controls and practices of the cloud provider and assess the security posture of their applications and data. Security ratings help understand their overall security posture and benchmark against industry standards. Overall, this solution provides visibility, insights, and actionable intelligence to improve security posture and reduce risk, helping organizations ensure the safety of their applications and data in the cloud.