Permission creep poses a significant threat to cloud security as organizations inadvertently accumulate excessive permissions over time. This issue is exacerbated by a lack of visibility into who has access to what, making it challenging for security teams to manage and enforce adequate controls. Addressing permission creep effectively requires a concerted effort to implement a least privilege model across all user and service accounts in multi-cloud environments.
The risks associated with permission creep are substantial. A single compromised account can serve as an entry point for attackers to escalate privileges and access sensitive data. Due to the dynamic nature of cloud environments, maintaining control over permissions can be a daunting task, often leading to blind spots that are ripe for exploitation by malicious actors. Organizations need to adopt comprehensive solutions for identity discovery and risk prioritization to combat these vulnerabilities proactively.
Automating the enforcement of least privilege is essential for reducing the attack surface in cloud infrastructures. By integrating modern security tools like cloud-native application protection platforms (CNAPP), organizations can gain greater visibility and automated remediation capabilities. This approach not only enhances security but also simplifies compliance efforts without hampering operational efficiency.
👉 Pročitaj original: Tenable Research
