This book, updated to include the latest research and developments in cloud security, is essential for security professionals, DevOps engineers, penetration testers, cloud security engineers, and cloud software developers. It offers practical approaches to securing cloud infrastructure and applications against threats, attacks, and data breaches. The content is refined for better accessibility and engagement, providing a comprehensive guide to cloud security.
The course starts with fundamental cloud security concepts and progresses to hands-on assessment techniques based on real-world case studies. It covers cloud architecture, IAM for authentication and authorization, network security, database and storage security, cryptography controls, secure code review, and monitoring and logging. The practical strategies for assessing security and privacy are crucial for building a robust cloud infrastructure.
The journey concludes with advanced topics such as privacy in the cloud, identifying security flaws and attacks, and understanding the impact of malicious code. New case studies reveal how threat actors exploit cloud environments, offering preventative measures to enhance cloud security. This structured approach ensures a thorough understanding and practical application of cloud security principles.
