Security and Compliance 2 – Cloud Perspective

This is the second part of the previous chapter. In this chapter, readers will explore critical aspects of security in cloud computing, gaining insights into compliance and legal considerations, cloud security best practices, incident response (IR), cloud forensics, managing cloud security at scale, and the evolving threat landscape. First, they will understand the regulatory landscape surrounding cloud operations, ensuring compliance with frameworks such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), and the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS). Next, readers will be equipped with a comprehensive set of best practices to fortify their cloud environments, including encryption, identity and access management (IAM), secure API usage, network security, and cloud-native application security. The chapter will also cover crafting effective IR procedures...