Azure Compliance Manager Microsoft Azure Compliance Manager is a tool that enables organizations to assess and track their compliance with various regulatory standards, including the GDPR, ISO 27001, the HIPAA, and more. It provides a dashboard to monitor compliance progress and offers guidance and recommendations for improving compliance. It also enables users to assess their…
Azure Compliance Manager 2 – Security and Compliance 2 – Cloud Perspective
Here are some additional considerations: In this section, we delved into key tools such as AWS Artifact and Azure Compliance Manager. AWS Artifact emerged as a crucial service from AWS, facilitating easy access to compliance documents and enhancing transparency. Azure Compliance Manager, as another notable tool, was discussed in the context of Microsoft’s Azure cloud…
IR and cloud forensics – Security and Compliance 2 – Cloud Perspective
IR and cloud forensics This section delves into the crucial realm of handling security incidents and conducting digital forensics in cloud environments. IR is the disciplined approach of detecting, managing, and mitigating cybersecurity incidents to minimize their impact on an organization. Within the context of cloud computing, IR becomes even more complex, requiring specialized strategies…
Tools and services for IR and cloud forensics 2 – Security and Compliance 2 – Cloud Perspective
Use cases of AWS CloudTrail include the following:• Security and compliance monitoring: CloudTrail provides essential insights into activity and changes made within an AWS account, helping organizations monitor for unauthorized access, security misconfigurations, and compliance violations• Troubleshooting and debugging: CloudTrail logs can be valuable for troubleshooting operational issues, as they contain a detailed history of…
Tools and services for IR and cloud forensics – Security and Compliance 2 – Cloud Perspective
Tools and services for IR and cloud forensics In this section, we delve into the fundamental aspects of cloud security, focusing on essential tools such as AWS CloudTrail, Azure Monitor, and Google Cloud Logging and Monitoring. These tools are at the forefront of enabling robust security practices within cloud environments. AWS CloudTrail offers comprehensive auditing…
Azure Monitor 2 – Security and Compliance 2 – Cloud Perspective
Azure Monitor is a powerful tool that enables organizations to gain visibility into the performance, availability, and health of their Azure resources and applications. With its wide range of features, Azure Monitor aids in proactive monitoring, diagnostics, and IM, helping organizations optimize resource utilization, enhance application performance, and maintain a high level of service reliability…
Azure Monitor – Security and Compliance 2 – Cloud Perspective
Azure Monitor Azure Monitor offers centralized monitoring and logging capabilities, assisting IR teams in detecting and responding to security events in Microsoft Azure. Azure Monitor is a comprehensive monitoring and observability service provided by Microsoft Azure that allows users to collect, analyze, and act on telemetry data from various Azure resources and applications. It provides…
Google Cloud Logging and Monitoring – Security and Compliance 2 – Cloud Perspective
Google Cloud Logging and Monitoring Google Cloud Logging and Monitoring provides real-time analysis of logs and metrics, aiding in incident detection and response (IDR) within Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Use cases include the following: In this section, readers explored critical tools and services integral to securing and monitoring cloud environments. AWS CloudTrail, Azure Monitor, and…
Managing cloud security at scale 2 – Security and Compliance 2 – Cloud Perspective
With these steps, you will have successfully set up AWS Config, and it will start capturing configuration data and monitoring changes to your AWS resources. AWS Config allows you to maintain a historical record of your resource configurations, track compliance with desired configurations, and detect any unintended changes, helping you maintain a secure and compliant…
Managing cloud security at scale – Security and Compliance 2 – Cloud Perspective
Managing cloud security at scale This section delves into critical aspects of maintaining robust security practices across large and complex cloud environments. As organizations expand their cloud operations, managing security becomes more challenging due to the increased number of resources, users, and potential risks. This section explores strategies for implementing centralized security controls, automating security…