Cloud data security

The challenge of cloud data security

As enterprises increasingly embrace cloud computing, cloud data security has become a #1 priority for IT teams. An organization’s cloud footprint typically contains vast amounts of sensitive material, business-critical information, customer data and financial records that must be protected from unauthorized access by malicious actors. Yet, as IT environments and workforces become more distributed, IT teams find it difficult to even understand and identify the most important data assets to protect, let alone achieve comprehensive cloud data security.

Spectrum Enterprise can help simplify the task of protecting data in enterprise cloud storage and cloud environments. Our suite of security products and services offers networking and cloud-based solutions tailored to the needs and goals of each customer. Combining best-of-breed technology and deep security expertise, our solutions keep sensitive data safe and extend corporate security practices to the cloud.
 

Threats to cloud data security

Any cloud data security solution must address several significant threats and concerns.
 

Misconfiguration

Misconfiguration is one of the biggest and most common threats to cloud data security. From inadequate network segmentation and unrestricted outbound access to disabled logging and missing alerts, misconfigurations leave the door open for attackers to infiltrate cloud storage.

Lack of visibility

Enterprise hybrid cloud and multi-cloud deployments make it harder for IT teams to see and track critical data that must be protected.

Inadequate authentication

Many organizations lack authentication controls that allow for granular permission. As a result, many users have broad access to sensitive data and may inadvertently compromise it.

Data sprawl

Cloud migration and enterprise network integration make it easy to lose track of data. When files are stored in the cloud but forgotten, they can become security liabilities if they are unencrypted. Shadow data – data stored in the cloud by users without authorization from or knowledge of IT – is another significant threat.

Legacy equipment

Legacy systems that are migrated to the cloud often have well-known vulnerabilities that attackers can exploit. 
 

Cloud data security with Spectrum Enterprise

Spectrum Enterprise delivers cloud data security through two Managed Cloud Security solutions. Offered with expert support, these cloud-based solutions use Zero Trust and multi-factor authentication (MFA) technologies to enhance cloud data security and protect devices, users and locations from a wide range of risks.
 

Cloud Security with Cisco+ Secure Connect

Spectrum Enterprise Cloud Security with Cisco+ Secure Connect offers a centralized, streamlined platform to manage security priorities across every cloud and device. Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) and cloud-based firewall capabilities enable IT to enforce security measures and device postures for corporate and personal devices. A cloud access security broker (CASB) provides secure, direct access to cloud applications. Cloud Security simplifies IT operations while strengthening cloud data security in complex hybrid cloud environments.

Secure Access with Cisco Duo

Spectrum Enterprise Secure Access with Cisco Duo supports remote and hybrid workforces by allowing IT staff to establish more secure access policies by user and device, no matter the location. This secure remote access solution protects against unauthorized access to sensitive systems and enhances cloud data security through ZTNA, MFA and identity management. Cisco Duo helps resource-constrained IT teams manage cloud and distributed architectures more easily while delivering a streamlined, consistent experience for users. 
 

The benefits of Managed Cloud Security

With Managed Cloud Security from Spectrum Enterprise, organizations and IT teams can:

• Support remote or office-based workers. Provide a consistent security posture and optimized performance across different network types and locations, ensuring fast and reliable access to company resources.
• Gain full visibility into network activity and threats. Mitigate security threats in real time with visibility into who is on the network, what devices they are using and the applications they are accessing.
• Protect against growing security threats. Get advanced network protection visibility and control over cloud applications and services. Prevent cybercriminals from using trusted domains, malware and phishing to bypass inline defenses, and limit access to malicious applications and websites.
• Enhance protection – regardless of user, device or app location. Use ZTNA and MFA technologies to protect users and data on and off the network.
• Minimize disruptions with integrated solutions. Simplify the security experience and reduce the technology and vendors needed to help protect the network with a solution that integrates easily into existing environments.
• Handle the most difficult challenges with a managed and fully supported solution. From solution design to implementation and on-going support, our experts help tackle the toughest threats, streamline operations and reduce administration burden.
   

Why customers choose Spectrum Enterprise

Spectrum Enterprise offers scalable, fiber technology solutions for the nation’s largest businesses and communications service providers. Our broad portfolio includes high-bandwidth internet solutions, networking and managed networking services, voice and unified communications technologies, HDTV services and support for smart city, smart building and smart campus solutions.

Spectrum Enterprise experts help design, deploy and manage technology solutions that meet unique requirements across a broad range of industries. Collaborating closely with our clients, our specialists help achieve success by devising and deploying solutions that evolve and adapt as markets change and new opportunities arise.
 

FAQs

What is cloud data security?

Cloud data security is the collection of technologies, policies and security controls that prevent data in the cloud from being stolen, leaked, lost or misused. Cloud data security solutions protect data by controlling access for all users, devices and applications, and by providing IT administrators with complete visibility into data assets within a network.
 

What’s ZTNA?

Zero trust remote access (ZTNA) improves the security of remote connections to the corporate network. ZTNA solutions require every user, device and application to be authenticated and continually validated before being granted access to resources on an IT network. To prevent attackers from moving laterally through an IT environment, ZTNA technology only grants access to specific resources for a limited time, rather than granting broad access to network resources.
 

What’s SASE?

Secure access service edge, or SASE, is a cloud-based model for simplifying network management and improving network security. A SASE-based network combines software-defined wide area networking (SD-WAN) with cloud-based security technologies that perform security functions closer to users and devices, minimizing latency and heightening protection.