Security | Threat Detection | Cyberattacks | DevSecOps | Compliance

Amazon Web Services (AWS) Simple Storage Service (S3) has become a cornerstone in the world of cloud storage. It offers scalability, high availability, and performance, making it a go-to choice for businesses of all sizes. However, as with any cloud service, security is paramount. This is where the question of "how to secure an S3 bucket" comes into play. Securing your S3 buckets is not just about protecting your data from unauthorized access.

In today's increasingly digital world, where businesses rely heavily on technology for core operations, the European Union's Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) establishes a comprehensive framework to manage Information and Communication Technology (ICT) related risks and ensure business continuity for financial institutions and critical service providers.

A week before RSA 2024, Forrester predicted which subjects and themes would come to the forefront of the conference. They emphasized that we’d see a focus on proactive security, defined as “a strategic approach to controlling security posture and reducing breaches through strong visibility, prioritization, and remediation.” I went into the conference with this prediction in mind. However, I was surprised by what I found.