Summary

CSPM tools are essential for organizations to maintain security and compliance in their cloud environments. We learned about various CSPM solution types including cloud provider-native solutions, third-party, and open source CSPM tools. We also carried out a comparative analysis to understand why an organization needs to spend money on third-party CSPM tools. There are some security concerns around using open source CSPM tools, including the risk of vulnerabilities in the code and lack of support compared to commercial solutions. The benefits of using a CSPM tool include reducing the risk of data breaches, improving compliance with regulatory frameworks, and increasing visibility and control over cloud environments.

Leveraging the learning from this chapter, we are going to talk about how to select the right tool based on the organization’s needs next. We will also learn how to plan and perform a PoC for the CSPM product.