Security News > 2023 > July > CISA shares free tools to help secure data in the cloud

The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency has shared a factsheet providing details on free tools and guidance for securing digital assets after switching to the cloud from on-premises environments.

The highlighted tools complement the built-in tools provided by cloud service providers and help reinforce the resilience of network infrastructures, strengthen security measures, promptly identify malicious compromises, meticulously map potential threat vectors, and effectively pinpoint malicious activity in the aftermath of a breach.

"Cloud service platforms and cloud service providers have developed built-in security capabilities for organizations to enhance security capabilities while operating in cloud environments," CISA said.

"Using this proactive cyber defense capability, CISA has notified more than 60 entities of early-stage ransomware intrusions since January 2023, including critical infrastructure organizations in the Energy, Healthcare and Public Health, Water and Wastewater Systems sectors, as well as the education community," CISA said at the time.

In August 2021, CISA released comprehensive guidelines designed to assist at-risk private sector organizations and government entities in preventing data breaches stemming from ransomware attacks.

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