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The Forecast: Strengthening S3 Security for a Resilient Cloud
Misconfigured S3 buckets can expose your data to attackers. This episode will teach you how to establish resilient security for Amazon S3 using real-world insights from watchTowr Labs.
What you'll learn
Millions of unauthenticated S3 requests, as highlighted by watchTowr Labs, underscore how unchecked bucket misconfigurations can lead to data exposure and severe supply chain attacks. In this episode, The Forecast: Strengthening S3 Security for a Resilient Cloud, you’ll learn to lock down Amazon S3 so it doesn’t become a weak link in your cloud environment. First, you’ll explore why S3 security is important in the broader context of cloud governance. Next, you’ll discover essential best practices like blocking public access to encryption and monitoring, as well as safeguarding buckets from unauthorized activity. Finally, you’ll learn how to think strategically about S3 security, advancing your approach beyond single fixes. When you’re finished with this episode, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of Amazon S3 security needed to protect your data and maintain a resilient cloud environment.
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About the author
Michael Cassidy is a DevOps professional most interested in infrastructure as code. Specifically Terraform. He has a passion for building scalable and efficient production architectures. When not busy with technology, Michael loves coaching others on fitness and wellness. It's a passion of his to inspire people to lead healthier lifestyles and feel their best. Especially those in tech.
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