Cloud Security
Why CIS Benchmarks Matter for Cloud Security Posture
CIS Benchmarks replace subjective security guesses with machine-readable configurations that reduce the attack surface before deployment.
Cloud Security
Cloud Security coverage from Patch Gazette holds 11 articles, 11 of them reference guides. The newest was published on October 9, 2026. New stories are added as soon as they are confirmed, from more than 50 sources checked as often as every 45 seconds. Each story lists its sources. Primary sources we follow for this section include Cloud Security Alliance and CIS Benchmarks.
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Cloud Misconfigurations: Definition, Risks, and Remediation Strategies
Most cloud breaches occur not because of software flaws, but because administrators left default settings open to the public internet by accident.
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Serverless Security Risks: Protecting Small Teams from Hidden Cloud Threats
Small teams face unique serverless risks because the provider manages infrastructure, shifting the security burden entirely to code and configuration.
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How Cloud Ransomware Works: The Step-by-Step Attack Chain
Attackers bypass perimeter defenses by exploiting misconfigurations and legitimate credentials to encrypt data directly within the cloud storage layer.
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Shadow IT: What It Is and How to Reduce the Hidden Risk
Unsanctioned software often bypasses security controls because it operates outside your visibility, creating blind spots that traditional monitoring cannot detect.
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Cloud Firewalls: Real Benefits and Hidden Limits
Cloud firewalls filter traffic at the network edge, but they cannot inspect encrypted payloads without breaking trust or adding latency to your applications.
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Cloud Vulnerability Management Mistakes That Leave Gaps Open
Most cloud breaches occur not because of new software flaws, but because teams treat dynamic infrastructure like static servers, missing transient risks.
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Virtual Private Clouds Explained: How to Isolate Your Data
A VPC creates a logically isolated network segment within the shared public cloud, giving you control over IP ranges and security boundaries.
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SAML vs OAuth: Which Protocol Fits Your Cloud Architecture?
SAML handles identity verification for logins, while OAuth manages permissions for app access; conflating the two creates significant security gaps.
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Tenant Isolation: How to Prevent Data Leaks Between Customers
Shared infrastructure creates hidden attack surfaces where a compromised tenant can pivot to others through misconfigured memory or storage layers.
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Service Account Security: Stop Invisible Breaches Before They Start
Most cloud breaches originate from service accounts that retain access long after their original purpose has ended, creating silent entry points for attackers.