Summary
In this chapter, you learned about the critical aspects of securing cloud application architecture within the cloud computing’s dynamic landscape. You explored multifaceted dimensions, including confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The chapter emphasized the importance of a defense-in-depth approach.
The chapter discussed supplemental security components as layers fortifying cloud applications. It detailed the functions of WAF, DAM, XML firewalls, and API gateways. These components worked synergistically to enhance system resilience and protect against various threats, from application-layer attacks to unauthorized database activities.
The chapter highlighted cryptography’s role in maintaining data security at rest and in transit. It emphasized the integration of encryption across all phases of the software development life cycle, encompassing encryption of data at rest and data in motion. Key management was underscored as a frontline defense against...
