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Top 12 Cloud Security Best Practices for 2021

eSecurity Planet

Does the provider encrypt data while in transit and at rest? Specifically, these tools address a number of security requirements, including patch management , endpoint encryption, VPNs , and insider threat prevention among others. Encrypt data in motion and at rest. Encryption is a key part of any cloud security strategy.

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What Are Firewall Rules? Ultimate Guide & Best Practices

eSecurity Planet

Deny and alert: Notify systems administrator of potentially malicious traffic. For teams in industries like financial services, healthcare, and government, the more specific the access rule, the better. But while all firewalls should protect business data and systems, some won’t need that much protection.

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