Organizations that move their data to the cloud will feel like they are losing control of their data since it is shifted to the cloud provider’s servers. There are issues that need to be addressed prior to an organization moving their data to the cloud, such as setting up a specific backup process and the steps taken to ensure the data is private and secure as well as the geographic location of where the data is going. Moving to the cloud also means that the service provider could have some degree of access to the data (Waterford Technologies, 2016). By the cloud provider having any access to organizational data means there is a potential privacy risk.
It does not matter where data is stored, the permanent loss of data is a major concern.
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Storing data on a cloud service may mean the organization must comply with other regulations as the data could be physically stored in another country or even several countries (Waterford Technologies, 2016). When it comes to organizational data that resides in the cloud in multiple countries the risk management team must do the following; identify what the potential risk will be, analyze the identified risks, evaluate the acceptance level of the identified risk, mitigate the risks starting from the highest level down to the lowest, and finally they must monitor the risks (Kloosterman, 2016).
The upcoming General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) which will be in effect starting in May 2018 will enforce Data Protection legislation and have widespread consequences for businesses found to be in breach of Data Protection (Nadeau, 2017). Risk management teams must be aware of the laws that govern data privacy not just in the United States but any country the organization stores its data in.
Even with the advancement in technology, remote employee security has become a larger threat to organizational data. The systems in use are decentralized. This creates a situation where the organizational data needs more protection, the threat posed to the organizations data by an employee
Cloud computing has set a trend in the information technology arena that has sparked the interest of all who utilize the internet on purpose and unsuspectingly. Initially, the primary purpose of cloud computing was to provide a centralized data bank that organizations could use for quick data access. Its use has been quickly adapted, however, beyond business use to become the first option for personal use. The advantages and disadvantages of implementing such a shift from business to personal are varied, yet, statistically, according to the CISCO Global Cloud Index: Forecast and Methodology, 2014-2019 White Paper, its public use is on the rise. The report notes that “by 2019, 56 percent of the cloud workloads will be in public cloud data centers, up from 30 percent in 2014 and by 2019, 44 percent of the cloud workloads will be in private cloud data centers, down from 70 percent in 2014”. Though disadvantages with regard to data security is prominent, users have deemed that its implementation will still promote greater benefits than loss.
The EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) was designed to harmonize the data privacy laws across Europe. This is mainly done to protect and empower the EU citizens data privacy and to reshape the way organizations approach data privacy. Let’s understand the requirements of Europe’s GDPR privacy and how it affects US companies.
While cloud computing is rapidly evolving along with its increasing adoption, it has many challenges to overcome to be a general purpose utility suitable for all. Some of the major challenges that prevent businesses from moving to the cloud includes security and privacy risks, service availability and reliability concerns and a lack of standards between cloud providers (Elena & Johnson 2015). Other major concerns are Government Regulations, Exit Strategies and International Data Privacy (Walker 2012). The aim of this
The GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) is a new piece of data protection legislation that was passed into law by the parliament of the European Union on 14th of April 2016. Full enforcement of the law will begin midnight on the 25th of May 2018, updating existing non-binding guidelines passed in 1995. The GDPR introduces a raft of measures aimed at giving greater protection and informed consent to consumers as to how their personal data is stored and used by companies and other public organisations operating within or doing business with the EU, via a general policy called Privacy by Design. This legislation will also apply to all companies outside of the European Union
A lot has being said concerning issues surrounding the law and cloud computing. Some of these issues include privacy and data security concerns and laws and regulations. Regardless of what cloud computing models an organization uses, both the cloud provider and the consumer ha to operate under this laws. Therefore both parties need to have a broad knowledge of the these laws such as data breaches, information ownership and control and how close customers can manage risk both at the federal and state levels.
Recent technological advancements have resulted in an increased number of Internet-enabled devices, such as tablets and smartphones that can connect to corporate systems.These systems may also be running anywhere, including a public software-as-a-service (SaaS) cloud, a
A significant paradigm shift is represented by public cloud computing from conventional norms of an organizational data center to a de-parameterized infrastructure which opens gates for potential adversaries to use. Cloud computing should be approached carefully with any emerging information technology area with due consideration to the sensitivity of data. A good planning helps and ensures that the computing environment is secure to the most possible extant and is in compliance with all relevant policies of an organization and makes sure the privacy is maintained.
Worldwide, both the public and private sectors have grown in their distrust and discomfort in the ability of companies to handle user data properly. Trust must be restored by defining a clear line between legitimate security concerns and an individual’s right to privacy. One way to ensure privacy is by separating the application that is being used (cloud service) from the data it stores and some providers are already employing this method.
According to (Whitman and Mattord, 2012), information Security is the protection of the lifeblood of the organization — its information. Specifically it is the protection of the confidentiality, integrity and availability of that information and the systems that store, process and transmit it, (Whitman and Mattord, 2012). Information Security is at the forefront of organizational concern with cloud computing. A major organizational concern is will the cloud service provider be able to secure and protect its data. Although this concern is imminent, many organizations have made the decision to move data storage and services to the cloud. The concern is primarily due to cost benefits such as overhead costs of maintaining software and hardware on-site.
The GDPR is going to take effect in less than six months. Some companies in the EU have already started to make efforts to comply with these changes. But many others still have no idea about the GDPR and how they need to take on a proactive role to ensure they are protected and aligned with the proposed changes.
When deciding which information, the company wants to move to cloud, the division of responsibilities needs to be clear between providers and customers, and an analysis of their security roles depending on the type of service offered (Software, Platform, or Infrastructure) (Gonzalez, et al, 2012). Prior to the start of the service contract, the security roles and responsibilities for everything needs to be clearly acknowledged. The management, cost, and security of clouds depend on whether an organization chooses to buy and operate its own cloud or to obtain cloud services from a third party (Grossman, 2009). Each of these choices has its own security and privacy issues. Some security concerns are lessened when a private cloud is used. Only your own information is stored there and the benefits of security might outweigh the costs. Two of the disadvantages of using a private cloud is the level of knowledge needed to support the cloud and the frequency of maintenance. On the other
The European Union has spent years drafting a new set of rules and regulations for data protection. After it adopted a framework in 2016, preparations have taken place to implement it. The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) will finally come into effect on 25 May 2018. But what should you know about it?
The use of cloud computing creates a growing interdependence among both public and private sector entities and the individuals served by these entities. This paper provides a snapshot of the advantages of cloud computing and the risk areas specific to cloud services which clients of cloud services should be aware of. The future of cloud computing is certainly exciting, but moving more of our lives online means we will inevitably have to consider the consequences. Cloud computing means dependence on others and that could limit our privacy because
Cloud technology links remote computers to a network of data servers that contain user data. It serves to increase efficiency in data access, increase user convenience and lower costs. It also has created efficiencies in terms of user hardware requirements necessary to access files and programs in multiple locations. A system designed in only 2006, it has already become a $68 billion global industry, with an anticipated $17 billion per annum growth rate. With such a growth rate, cloud technology is rapidly becoming an increasingly important aspect of individual and corporate data storage. While cloud technology provides an expansive range of possibilities of use for individuals and businesses alike, it has also posed challenges for its effective governance and privacy.
When a company’s data is stored in the cloud, the manner in which they access that data changes dramatically. No longer are information and connectivity channeled through on-premise computers and servers, but are instead accessed from nearly anywhere in the world. This reliance on cloud-based storage brings with it many benefits and drawbacks.