Cloud computing has become increasingly popular within businesses over the last decade, with Microsoft Azure being brought out as a service in 2010. As technology progresses, privacy and cloud security is more important than ever to implement into daily business processes and is something that a lot of businesses forget about, or don’t take seriously enough. Over time, Microsoft Azure has been recognised by organisations all around the world and for some, is now a standard practice for them.
According to Statista, 56% of organisations worldwide now use Microsoft Azure for their cloud services. So, what are the features that make Microsoft Azure so secure, and why should you invest in it for your business?
What Makes Microsoft Azure Secure?
- Automatic encryption
- Smart access control
- Secure testing
- Continuous security monitoring
Automatic Encryption
Everything that is included within the Azure application is automatically encrypted with 256-bit AES through TLS 1.2 through a data centre. It means that all information held on the virtual server is scrambled and only able to be viewed by authorised users, making it a great protection feature against unwanted attackers.
Similarly to other internet services, Azure services include automatic detection that prevents DDoS attacks on your network. Encryption is a vital way of protecting the data that your business holds, either regarding yourselves, customers or companies you work with.
Smart Access Control
By using smart access control, it means that the admin accounts on the system are run separately to most other team members via a different network. This means that not only is everything not on one network which would be more detrimental if gotten ahold of, but it also allows the admin accounts to control and restrict access of others.
Having a secure cloud hosting service is vital when making sure both yourself and your business are safe and Azure offers just that.
Secure Testing
When Azure was being created and as it develops, the testing and monitoring was thorough. Microsoft has over 3,500 cybersecurity experts that would have tested Azure to its limits. They test the application by splitting experts into two teams – one of them trying to attack and compromise the infrastructure then the other attempting to defend the virtual machine from these attacks. After this has been completed, they come together and codify the outcomes to make the whole Azure security centre more secure.
Continuous Security Monitoring
Microsoft Azure uses continuous monitoring on security-health and is the only cloud service that offers this. The cybersecurity experts work on this closely with the testing, knowing close to instantly if there were to be any problems.
The security panel on Azure makes it easy for businesses to fit security solutions based on their specific needs. With the continuous monitoring and the security panel, it means that any security threats are easily detected and mitigated without any harmful impact.
Should I switch to Microsoft Azure?
There are numerous Cloud services that can be used to store your business data on and it is all very dependent on your specific business needs. However, Microsoft Azure looks to be the future. It ensures that your data is protected and secure at all times. With the right knowledge and by utilising its tools, your business could be next in creating and adapting to a more secure technological future.
If your company is looking to migrate to Azure or you want more information, at Westlake IT we have a group of experts ready to fulfil your needs and upgrade your servers. Our approach to cloud hosting and Azure virtual services is by combining business acumen and technical expertise. Get in touch with our team today for a free consultation.
