Cloud computing and storage have transformed how organizations operate. While these models offer an attractive combination of scalability, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness, they also come with security challenges, especially related to data protection and application security. As organizations deploy applications on AWS, they must recognize the shared responsibility model, which delineates AWS’ s responsibility for infrastructure security while leaving customers accountable for securing their data and applications.

In that respect, file security is a critical piece of the security puzzle in cloud security. That involves protecting sensitive files from threats such as malware, ransomware, and unauthorized access while preventing data breaches to maintain compliance with regulations such as HIPAA, PCI-DSS, and GDPR. of file security for AWS cloud applications, outline key best practices, and highlight how OPSWAT MetaDefender ® for File Security, along with AWS, can effectively enhance security and compliance in AWS cloud environments.

Shared responsibilities in securing cloud applications

The AWS shared responsibility model is foundational to understanding cloud security. AWS manages the security of the cloud infrastructure, which includes physical security, network security, and the hypervisor. However, customers are responsible for securing everything they put in the cloud, including applications, data, and user permissions. p

This whitepaper will look at the key regulatory compliance frameworks that intersect with file security across multiple industries from finance, healthcare, to government. It will also address the pressing needs

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FILE SECURITY FOR AWS CLOUD APPLICATIONS