CSPM, or Cloud Security Posture Management, is a process used to manage and monitor the security of cloud-based systems. This process involves the assessment of cloud security and the implementation of security measures to protect cloud-based systems from potential threats. This can include regular security audits, risk assessments, and the implementation of security protocols such as encryption and access controls. CSPM also involves the integration of DevSecOps for faster auto remedial deployment and with SIEM/SOAR tools for the management of security incidents, ensuring that they are handled quickly and effectively. The goal of CSPM is to ensure that cloud-based systems are protected from potential threats and remain secure, while also ensuring that the user experience is not impacted by security measures.
In this chapter, we discussed some of the most useful information about CSPM, such as what this tool is about, its importance and capabilities, common misconfigurations, and the reasons they occur. We also understood some of the best practices to protect cloud environments, and we learned about why CSPM alone cannot be enough to protect the cloud and what other tools work with CSPM for the overall security of an organization.
In the next chapter, we are going to learn about some of the most popular and leading CSPM tools available in the market. We will also explore their key features, some of the good features, and the not-so-good features as well.
Further reading
To learn more about the topics covered in this chapter, you can visit the following links:
- How to Protect Your Clouds with CSPM, CWPP, CNAPP and CASB: https://www.gartner.com/en/documents/4001348
- Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM): https://ermetic.com/solution/more-robust-cloud-security-posture-management-cspm/