How to Achieve Full Cloud Stack Security

In today’s cloud-driven world, organisations face increasing security risks due to the rapid expansion of cloud environments. As businesses migrate workloads and store critical data in the cloud, they must also manage the growing complexity of securing these environments. Tenable Cloud Security provides a solution that allows businesses to identify, prioritise, and remediate risks efficiently, helping them close security gaps before they can be exploited. 

The Growing Complexity of Cloud Security 

The Tenable Cloud Risk Report 2024 highlights the evolving challenges of cloud security, revealing key concerns such as: 

• Publicly exposed workloads – Increasing the risk of unauthorised access and exploitation. 
• Critically vulnerable systems – Unpatched software and misconfigurations leave organisations at risk. 
• Excessive access privileges – Over-permissioned identities create potential security gaps that could lead to data breaches. 

In modern cloud environments, businesses must manage a vast number of cloud resources, including AI data resources, storage assets, and identity permissions. Misconfigurations, privilege misuse, and the failure to quickly detect security gaps can significantly increase exposure to cyber threats. 

One of the biggest challenges organisations face is a lack of unified visibility across multiple cloud platforms. Without a centralised security approach, security teams often struggle to identify and prioritise the most pressing vulnerabilities. This is where Tenable Cloud Security steps in, providing a clear, real-time picture of risk across the entire cloud infrastructure. 

How Tenable Cloud Security Helps 

Tenable Cloud Security is designed to secure the full cloud stack, offering protection across: 

• Infrastructure & Workloads – Identify and remediate vulnerabilities within multi-cloud environments to minimize exposure. 
• Identities & Access Management (IAM) – Reduce risks associated with excessive permissions and unauthorized access. 
• Data Protection – Secure sensitive information, including customer data, intellectual property, and confidential business assets. 
• Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) – Ensure compliance with security best practices and industry regulations. 
• Cloud Workload Protection (CWP) – Monitor and protect cloud workloads from evolving threats and unauthorised changes. 

Key Benefits of Tenable Cloud Security 

• Unified Risk Visibility – Gain a complete view of security risks across fragmented cloud environments, helping teams detect threats in real time. 
• Prioritised Risk Remediation – Security teams can focus on the most critical security threats, rather than being overwhelmed by a flood of alerts. 
• Automated Compliance & Threat Detection – Maintain security standards effortlessly and detect risks before they turn into breaches. 
• Actionable Insights – With Tenable’s advanced analytics, businesses can identify and address security gaps quickly, preventing long-term security risks. 
• Cloud-Native Security – Built specifically for cloud environments, Tenable Cloud Security integrates seamlessly with AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. 

The 'If You Only Have 5 Minutes' Dashboard 

One of the standout features of Tenable Cloud Security is the “If You Only Have 5 Minutes” dashboard widget. This feature is designed for security teams who need to quickly assess and act on the most pressing risks in their cloud environments. 

• It highlights a handful of top risks that, if remediated, can significantly reduce an organisation’s overall exposure. 
• By focusing on high-impact vulnerabilities, security teams can maximise efficiency and reduce risk without being overwhelmed by unnecessary alerts. 
• The widget provides clear, actionable recommendations, allowing teams to close priority security gaps in just minutes. 

This feature is particularly valuable for organisations dealing with large-scale cloud deployments, where security teams may struggle with alert fatigue and the challenge of prioritising remediation efforts. By surfacing the most critical issues first, Tenable ensures that organisations can make the biggest impact on their security posture in the shortest amount of time. 

Real-World Impact: Reducing Cloud Security Risk 

By implementing Tenable Cloud Security, organisations gain: 

• Stronger Compliance Posture – Meet regulatory requirements with automated reporting and security best practices. 
• Reduced Attack Surface – Minimise risk by addressing security gaps before they can be exploited. 
• Increased Efficiency – Free up security teams by automating time-consuming risk assessments and remediation efforts. 

Many businesses today struggle with cloud security due to the sheer scale of their cloud infrastructure. With a vast number of cloud assets to monitor, traditional security tools often fail to provide a holistic view of risk. Tenable’s risk-based prioritisation ensures that security teams focus on the most pressing vulnerabilities first, rather than being overwhelmed by a wave of security alerts. 

Why Choose Tenable? 

Tenable Cloud Security stands out for its comprehensive exposure management approach, helping organisations turn security insights into action. Unlike traditional security tools that focus on isolated risks, Tenable enables businesses to unify security data across multiple cloud providers to gain a full view of their attack surface. 

By leveraging real-time analytics, identity security insights, and automation, security teams can: 

• Detect misconfigurations before they become security incidents. 
• Automate remediation to reduce manual workload. 
• Strengthen cloud security postures without disrupting business operations. 

Secure Your Cloud with Confidence 

Cloud security is no longer optional—it’s a fundamental requirement for business success. Organisations that fail to address security risks in the cloud leave themselves vulnerable to breaches, compliance failures, and financial losses. 

Tenable Cloud Security provides a proactive approach to reducing risk, maintaining compliance, and protecting cloud environments. With its automated security insights, AI-driven risk detection, and seamless multi-cloud integration, businesses can confidently navigate the cloud security landscape without unnecessary complexity. 

Download “Securing the Cloud” brochure to learn more.