Cloud Data Security: Expectations Versus Reality

The cloud has become a centerpiece of most organizations’ technology and digital strategy because of the plethora of benefits it promises, including cost savings, flexibility and convenience for remote workers. However, our recent research found that nearly half (48%) of organizations that store their sensitive data in the cloud would consider moving that data back on premises. Why? Organizations are willing to uncloud because they struggle with unexpected issues. Considerable security concerns and unexpectedly high costs top the list of pitfalls.

The same research shows that the lack of insight keeps organizations from implementing adequate controls to protect their data — whether it’s in the cloud or on premises. So is unclouding really the solution?

This edition of Cyber Chief Magazine tackles this question by exploring the unclouding trend, the types of content that are usually stored in the cloud and proven security strategies for protecting that data.