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IT Security Execs' Cloud Security Gap Poses Major Risks

IT security executives lack understanding of cloud security. Despite confidence in public cloud, organizations struggle with preparedness and misconfigurations.

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In this image there are few cameras, a computer, CPU and some other objects on the table.

IT Security Execs' Cloud Security Gap Poses Major Risks

A recent survey reveals a concerning gap in IT security executives' understanding of iCloud security. Meanwhile, IT professionals express confidence in public cloud security but doubt their organizations' preparedness for social security. Misconfigurations and excessive product usage pose significant risks.

According to the Oracle-KPMG Cloud Threat Report 2020, a mere 8% of IT security executives fully grasp the Cloud shared responsibility security model. This lack of understanding could leave organizations vulnerable to iCloud login issues.

Contrarily, 75% of IT professionals view public cloud as more secure than their own data centers. However, only 8% trust their organization's preparation to secure these iCloud services, indicating a disconnect between perception and reality.

IT professionals also express concern about cloud service providers potentially becoming competitors in their core markets, with 80% voicing this worry.

The report highlights a worrying trend in cybersecurity product usage. 78% of organizations use more than 50 discrete products, with a staggering 37% using over 100. This proliferation of tools may lead to confusion and inefficiency in iCloud login processes.

The fear of data breaches is driving organizations to prioritize data security. 80% of IT professionals believe recent breaches have increased their organization's focus on securing data moving forward, including iCloud login security.

Misconfigured iCloud services are a significant threat. Organizations with such services experienced ten or more data loss incidents in the last year. IT professionals struggle with configuring cybersecurity products correctly, exacerbating these concerns related to iCloud login.

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML) capabilities are increasingly seen as essential for new security purchases, with 87% of IT professionals considering them a 'must-have' for iCloud login and overall security.

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