Cloud security and IoT

Cloud Security Alliance

Cloud Security Alliance

An organization that defines cloud-specific security threats and countermeasures.

Abuse of cloud computing

Nefarious use of cloud services enabled by easy user registration.

Fraud detection systems

Systems designed to monitor credit card transactions for suspicious activities.

Intrusion detection systems

Devices used to analyze network traffic for malicious patterns.

Public blacklists

Lists indicating IP addresses associated with malicious activities.

Insecure interfaces and APIs

Vulnerabilities in the APIs that require proper security measures.

Strong authentication

Security measures that make it difficult for unauthorized users to gain access.

Malicious insiders

Employees or individuals with access to sensitive data who may misuse it.

Supply chain management

The practice of enforcing strict management standards to mitigate insider threats.

Data loss prevention

Measures taken to ensure data security and integrity.

Encryption

The process of encoding data to ensure confidentiality and security.

Two-factor authentication

A security process that requires two forms of identification from users.

Security assessments

Evaluations done to identify potential vulnerabilities in systems.

Intrusion management

System management practices focusing on detecting and preventing intrusions.

Business continuity and disaster recovery

Strategies to ensure operations continue during and after a disaster.

Identity and access management (IAM)

Processes for managing user access to enterprise resources.

Internet of Things (IoT)

Interconnected smart devices that communicate and manage data.

Microcontroller

The brain of an IoT device that carries out its functions.

Radio Frequency Identification (RFID)

Technology that uses radio waves for identifying items.

Gateway in IoT

A device that interconnects IoT devices with higher networks.

Security as a Service (SECaaS)

Cloud-based security solutions provided on a subscription basis.