Securing networks at the near edge

Securing edge computing resources is crucial to protect sensitive data and ensure the integrity and availability of services. Unlike resources in the cloud, you cannot assume mitigations such as the AWS Nitro platform are in place to prevent, for example, a poison ARP/MAC spoofing attack across an Ethernet segment.

Identity and Access Management (IAM)

Implement robust IAM policies and practices to control access to edge computing resources. Ensure that only authorized individuals or systems have appropriate privileges to interact with the resources. Use strong authentication mechanisms such as Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and enforce the principle of least privilege to limit access rights to what is necessary.

Encryption

Implement end-to-end encryption for data transmission and storage in edge computing environments. Use industry-standard encryption algorithms and protocols to secure data in transit and at rest. Encryption helps protect...