Asset Discovery & Scope Definition
Map all cloud services, data assets, and access pathways across your environment.
Cloud Configuration Review
Fix Misconfigurations Before They Cost You.
What It Is and Why It’s Important
Cloud Configuration Review involves a thorough assessment of your cloud environments (such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) to ensure they are securely and correctly configured. Misconfigurations—like overly permissive access controls, exposed data buckets, or unencrypted data—are among the most common causes of cloud breaches.
In the fast-paced UAE market where many businesses are rapidly migrating to the cloud, ensuring that your setup aligns with global security best practices and local compliance mandates is not just smart—it’s essential for data protection and business continuity.
Common Mistakes or Gaps Organizations Make
- Relying on default cloud service configurations.
- Granting excessive permissions or not using role-based access control (RBAC).
- Not enabling logging, auditing, or multi-factor authentication (MFA).
- Poor segmentation or lack of network security controls within cloud infrastructure.
- Overlooking continuous monitoring of misconfigurations or changes.
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How Intracyber Uniquely Helps Solve These Challenges
At Intracyber, our experts perform an in-depth, cloud-native security audit tailored to your specific provider—whether it’s AWS, Azure, GCP, or hybrid cloud setups. We align our assessments with recognized benchmarks like CIS, NIST, and local UAE directives, while also keeping an eye on real-world exploitation patterns.
We don’t just flag issues—we help you understand their risk level, prioritize remediation, and empower your DevOps and cloud teams to build security into every layer.
Approach or Methodology We Follow
Configuration Baseline Analysis
Benchmark your settings against industry best practices and provider-specific guidelines.
Security Controls Evaluation
Check for MFA enforcement, IAM policies, encryption status, logging, and monitoring configurations.
Remediation Planning
Provide prioritized action plans with detailed recommendations.
Validation & Retesting
Confirm that remediations were applied effectively and securely.
Ongoing Monitoring (Optional)
Offer continuous configuration drift detection and alerting via managed services.
Real-World Relevance or Impact
In 2022, over 60% of cloud breaches globally were due to misconfigurations—not zero-day vulnerabilities. UAE’s focus on digital transformation makes it critical for organizations to secure their cloud footprint proactively. A well-configured cloud is not just secure—it’s also cost-effective and performance-optimized.
Optional Extras: Tips, Stats, and Insights
- Tip: Automate security checks using tools like AWS Config, Azure Security Center, or GCP Security Command Center.
- Stat: Gartner predicts that 99% of cloud security failures through 2025 will be the customer’s fault—mostly due to misconfiguration.
- Insight: Regulatory bodies in the UAE are increasingly emphasizing shared responsibility in cloud environments—meaning cloud providers secure the infrastructure, but you must secure your data and configurations.