In the shared responsibility model for cloud services, customers typically handle data encryption and network control. These responsibilities ensure that the customer maintains control over their data security and network configurations.
* Data Encryption:
* Definition:Data encryption involves securing data by converting it into a coded format that is unreadable without a decryption key.
* Customer Responsibility:Customers are responsible for encrypting their data to protect it from unauthorized access, both at rest and in transit.
* Network Control:
* Definition:Network control includes managing the security and configuration of the network that connects to the cloud services.
* Customer Responsibility:Customers must configure their network settings, manage firewalls, and monitor network traffic to ensure secure and efficient communication with cloud services.
* Comparison with Other Options:
* Physical Security of Data Centers:This is typically the responsibility of the cloud service provider, as they manage the physical infrastructure.
* Hardware Maintenance:Cloud service providers handle hardware maintenance, ensuring that the physical servers and infrastructure are functioning correctly.
References:
* Shared Responsibility Model:HPE GreenLake Overview
* Cloud Security Responsibilities:Hybrid Cloud Solutions