{"id":19518,"date":"2021-09-16T05:09:40","date_gmt":"2021-09-16T05:09:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aikdesigns.com\/blog\/?p=19518"},"modified":"2021-09-16T05:13:56","modified_gmt":"2021-09-16T05:13:56","slug":"cloud-based-intranet-solutions-cloud-based-intranet-security","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aikdesigns.com\/blog\/cloud-based-intranet-solutions-cloud-based-intranet-security\/","title":{"rendered":"Cloud Based Intranet Solutions | Cloud-Based Intranet Security"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"13\">Cloud solutions are preferred by companies over on-premises software. This is a well-known fact.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"23\">By 2020, more than 80% enterprise workloads will move to the cloud.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"2\">What about the intranet?<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"3\">Is it possible for them to also move into the cloud?<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"1\">Yes.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"5\">A cloud intranet can be a great option for many companies.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"28\">Cloud intranets are a cost-effective way for companies to eliminate the complexity and expense of maintaining an on-premises infrastructure. They also allow for lower customization costs and support budgets.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"9\">Cloud solutions providers such as Amazon Web Services often claim a 99.99% uptime.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"12\">Even if your intranet is down, you can be sure it will be back up soon.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight active\" data-id=\"21\">This is not always true with intranets on premises, especially if there&#8217;s a hardware problem that can&#8217;t be fixed quickly.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script><br \/>\n<!-- ads --><br \/>\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display: block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-4380786479069320\" data-ad-slot=\"7634793698\" data-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins><br \/>\n<script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/p>\n<h2>Cloud Based Intranet Solutions<\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"8\">Cloud intranets offer many benefits but security is still a major concern.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"16\">Nearly 70% of enterprises consider security to be the biggest obstacle on their journey to the cloud.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"4\">These fears are reinforced by numerous examples.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"26\">The infamous iCloud hack, which saw millions of accounts breached by hackers and exposed personal data, is still a recollection.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"29\">Hackers gained access to the Tesla cloud account and used it for\u00a0cryptocurrency mining. Telemetry and vehicle servicing data were exposed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"7\">However, cloud security problems are often exaggerated.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"14\">Cloud security is not always as bad as it seems.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"19\">Cloud security is largely a function of the human factor. Technology-specific hacks are more rare.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"10\">Strengthening the Cloud Intranet Defenses<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"15\">How can you make your cloud intranet invulnerable?<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"20\">There are many methods to accomplish this, so here are some.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"6\">Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"27\">It can make a big difference in your security by creating proper authentication procedures for your intranet.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"25\">Office 365, for example, offers multiple-step verification options to users.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"37\">Users may need to provide their account credentials in addition to calling, texting, notifying, and sending a verification code to a specific number.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"18\">Mobile Device Authentication<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"30\">Accessing the intranet via smartphones and tablets will be a requirement for your employees.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"24\">This is another way to create a secure perimeter.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"45\">The Microsoft Authenticator app, as suggested by\u00a0SharePoint consultants at Iflexion\u00a0can be used to request an action from the user such as providing their fingerprint.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"11\">Password Policies<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"33\">A strict password policy is one of the most important security practices that&#8217;s often overlooked.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"34\">Atlassian Access, which allows you to define password policies and expiration rules for collaboration platforms, is one example.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"17\">Auditing<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"52\">You can identify suspicious activity and comply with regulatory requirements such as HIPAA, PCI DSSSS, SOX, etc. by keeping a detailed log of your intranet activity.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"42\">Companies are required to protect customer data that they deal with by the HIPAA, PCI DSS, SOX regulations.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"56\">Administrators\u00a0can track user activity across the intranet using audit log reports in SharePoint Online. These include item views, downloads and shares, as well as changes to intranet content.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"39\">Log auditing is an option in all of the well-known intranet software, such as Confluence.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"35\">Log auditing allows companies to identify bad actors in the company and compromised user accounts.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"58\">Unusual search requests or irregular download patterns can all be red flags that indicate that the user has taken illegitimate actions, lost control of their account, or is taking illegal or unusually frequent searches.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"22\">DLP Policies<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"43\">Data Loss Prevention (DLP), policies and tools help you to minimize security risks associated with sensitive data management.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"51\">SharePoint Online has a robust DLP suite which allows you to control how files are handled under certain circumstances (block file share, encryption of shared documents, etc.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"32\">You can find out more.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"41\">Your DLP policies must be set up strategically.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"46\">Although it is a tedious process, your security will be greatly enhanced by this.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"44\">SharePoint Online has automated or semi-automated tools for setting up DLP policies.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"38\">Advanced Security Measures<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"50\">These security measures are essential for cloud intranets and don&#8217;t require a lot of effort to implement.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"49\">However, professional security solutions can be integrated into your intranet if you have a more stringent security policy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"60\">Third-party monitoring tools and security processes are available that provide a greater view of all activities in a corporate intranet. This allows you to make timely decisions based on comprehensive security data.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"61\">Security Information and Event Management, User Behavior Analytics UBA (UBA) and Identity and Access Management IAM (IAM) are some possible options.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"31\">Recruiting Experts<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"63\">It is vital that your intranet security is maintained. You cannot rely on internal resources alone to create a comprehensive security infrastructure.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"55\">External partners can be helpful in helping you to scope the security features and protocols that are required to secure your intranet.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"40\">Multi-layered Protection is a must<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"54\">Cloud intranets are becoming increasingly popular because of their many collaboration features and simplified support and management capabilities.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"62\">These solutions are not immune to security threats, even though they are becoming more popular, especially when we consider the fact that many of them are driven by human factors.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"48\">Organizations should assume full responsibility for their cloud-based intranet security.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"53\">However, you shouldn&#8217;t be too concerned about infrastructure you don&#8217;t control.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"47\">You must ensure that your solution meets established security standards.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"57\">Multi-layered security measures for intranet security in cloud include content control and user activity tracking.<\/span>\u00a0<span class=\"wordai-block rewrite-block enable-highlight\" data-id=\"59\">You can extend your security protection to include\u00a0advanced authentication, biometric access\u00a0control and mobile solutions.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cloud solutions are preferred by companies over on-premises software. 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