Cloud Security Still Clouded

Cloud computing seems to be everybody’s favorite topic. Well, the buzz and interest about it is understandable. Even Gartner has listed Cloud Computing as one of the top strategic technologies for 2011. A large number of companies have already shifted to the clouds, and quite a large number are contemplating about it.

But the security issues are still creating a hindrance towards large adoption of cloud computing. That’s the reason why even the large corporations are adopting a combination of private and public cloud approach. But that might prove to be an expensive option for many.

The major fear is whether cloud computing security measures can really prevent data loss or breaches. In the cloud, companies will be sharing databases and the fear is what would happen if a competitor access my business strategic data? How can I prevent hackers or intruders from hacking into my systems which are spread over in the common cloud? How do I put in a really effective security measure to prevent my data from falling into wrong hands?

There are great security solutions for the cloud, and the security companies are even predicting that the cloud security would be better than the physical or on-premise network security. But the fear is still there.

Organizations are fully aware of the benefits that cloud computing can offer. If the security fears can be allayed, there will be a rush to adopt the cloud. Let’s wait and see! But it is imperative for the organizations to be cloud ready, as it is clear that is where the future will be!!