Security in Cloud Computing

Published 18 March 2026·52 views

Abstract

Cloud computing refers to highly scalable computing applications, storage, and platforms delivered as services to companies, individuals, and governments. Small and Medium Business (SMB) organizations are increasingly adopting cloud computing to reduce costs and improve efficiency in their operations. While the benefits and robustness of cloud services are well understood, concerns about security remain significant, raising the question of how secure the cloud computing environment truly is. Security is considered one of the main barriers to the continued growth of cloud computing, as many enterprises and individuals hesitate to deploy their data and applications in the cloud due to potential risks. This paper aims to identify major security risks and issues that need to be considered during the deployment and development of cloud services, along with strategies to mitigate them. However, it is important to recognize that cloud computing is not inherently insecure; rather, it requires proper management and secure access practices.

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