The news source explained that cloud computing's risks and potential in terms of security are debatable, but in the past, many public cloud vendors have gotten by while having relatively open and insecure operating environments.
As cloud technology becomes more popular, businesses are demanding more complete security solutions, and best practices are starting to emerge. In response, cloud computing will become more secure moving forward, the report said.
According to the news source, this movement will lead to more cloud vendors offering services aimed to meet specific regulatory guidelines and offer a secure solutions to organizations with heavy security demands.
This trend has already begun, with service providers being certified for their ability to meet specific industry standards. For example, a HIPAA compliant hosting provider is able to ensure healthcare organizations can operate in the cloud without taking on regulatory risks.
