The meteoric rise of cloud computing has ushered in a new era of security challenges, encompassing data breaches, misconfigurations, insider threats, and shared vulnerabilities. As organizations increasingly migrate to the cloud, these risks have become more pronounced, demanding new and sophisticated security frameworks to manage them. AI and machine learning are now effective in identifying anomalies and potential breaches, offering instant threat detection and predictive analysis. AI-driven security tools have significantly reduced misconfiguration-related vulnerabilities, improving overall system resilience. In this article, we will examine the diverse risks that threaten the integrity and security of cloud-based systems. This article also explores the role of regulatory frameworks, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), in shaping cloud security standards. Governments and industry leaders are increasingly focused on establishing standardized, global security measures through international cooperation initiatives like the Paris Call for Trust and Security in Cyberspace. As cloud security continues to evolve, it is clear that both technological innovation and regulatory oversight will be essential in safeguarding cloud environments against emerging threats. This comprehensive analysis shows the critical need for a diverse approach, blending technology, governance, and international collaboration to secure the future of cloud computing.
Cloud security, AI in cybersecurity, Data breaches, Internal threats, Misconfigurations, Zero Trust, CASBs, Serverless computing, GDPR, HIPPA, Cloud security frameworks
IRE Journals:
Ibraheem Adebayo Yoosuf
"Emerging Threats in Cloud Computing Security: A Comprehensive Review" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 8 Issue 4 2024 Page 199-210
IEEE:
Ibraheem Adebayo Yoosuf
"Emerging Threats in Cloud Computing Security: A Comprehensive Review" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 8(4)