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10 Security Risks and Limitations of Cloud Computing

The document discusses 10 security risks and limitations of cloud computing: 1) data security and privacy breaches, 2) compliance with different regulations in multiple jurisdictions, 3) vendor lock-in limiting flexibility, 4) downtime and reliability of services, 5) limited customization options and control over infrastructure, 6) high data transfer costs, 7) security risks in multi-tenant environments, 8) insider threats from employees, 9) latency issues for time-sensitive applications, and 10) the large carbon footprint and environmental impact of data centers.

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10 Security Risks and Limitations of Cloud Computing

The document discusses 10 security risks and limitations of cloud computing: 1) data security and privacy breaches, 2) compliance with different regulations in multiple jurisdictions, 3) vendor lock-in limiting flexibility, 4) downtime and reliability of services, 5) limited customization options and control over infrastructure, 6) high data transfer costs, 7) security risks in multi-tenant environments, 8) insider threats from employees, 9) latency issues for time-sensitive applications, and 10) the large carbon footprint and environmental impact of data centers.

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10 Security
Risks and
Limitations
of Cloud
Computing
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Data Security and Privacy

Storing sensitive data on a third-party's


infrastructure can expose organizations
to potential security breaches and data
leaks. Despite the encryption and
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security measures implemented by


cloud service providers (CSPs), data
breaches still occur, causing significant
reputational and financial damage.

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Compliance and Legal


Issues
Companies operating in regulated
industries (e.g., healthcare, finance)
must adhere to strict compliance
requirements such as GDPR, HIPAA,
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or PCI-DSS. Ensuring compliance can


be challenging, as CSPs may store
and process data in multiple
jurisdictions with different regulations.

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Vendor Lock-in

Cloud computing often requires


integration with proprietary
technologies and APIs, leading to
dependence on specific CSPs. This
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lock-in can limit flexibility and increase


costs, especially when migrating to a
different CSP or reverting to on-
premises infrastructure.

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Downtime and Service


Reliability
No cloud service is immune to outages,
and even top CSPs experience
downtime occasionally. These outages
can lead to loss of productivity,
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revenue, and customer satisfaction.


Organizations must carefully consider
the service level agreements (SLAs)
provided by CSPs and their impact on
business continuity.

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Limited Control and


Customization
Cloud customers often sacrifice
control over their infrastructure, as
the CSP manages it. This can result
in limited customization options and
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difficulties in implementing unique


requirements, particularly for
organizations with complex or
specific needs.

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Data Transfer Costs

Data ingress is typically free, but egress


(data transfer out of the cloud) can be
costly. These costs can add up quickly
for organizations with high data transfer
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needs or hybrid cloud environments.

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Security of Multi-Tenant
Environments
In a multi-tenant cloud, multiple
customers share the same
infrastructure. While CSPs
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tenant environments, there is still a


risk of "noisy neighbors" affecting
performance or potential
vulnerabilities that could lead to
unauthorized access.

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Insider Threats

Cloud service providers' employees


may have access to your sensitive
data, and they can pose a risk if they
intentionally or inadvertently misuse it.
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Proper employee vetting and security


policies should be in place to mitigate
this risk.

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Latency

Depending on the proximity of the


cloud data center to your end-users,
latency can be an issue. This is
particularly relevant for time-sensitive
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applications, such as online gaming,


video streaming, or real-time
analytics.

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Environmental Impact

The energy consumption of data


centers contributes to a considerable
carbon footprint. Organizations
should consider the environmental
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impact of their cloud computing


usage and look for CSPs that
prioritize sustainability.

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