The Role of Bring Your Own Key (BYOK) in Cloud Security
Security has been the focus of cloud computing since its beginnings. Companies have been hesitant to move important apps and sensitive data to the cloud because they are afraid of giving up control to outside parties. Although cloud service providers have put strong security measures in place, such as anti-malware defenses and privacy safeguards, worries still exist, especially regarding data ownership and access. Cloud computing has revolutionized the way businesses operate, offering unparalleled flexibility, scalability, and efficiency. However, alongside these benefits come concerns about data security. Entrusting sensitive information to third-party cloud service providers raises questions about who has access to the data and how it is protected. While encryption is a standard security measure, the ownership and management of encryption keys remain a point of contention. Bring Your Own Key (BYOK) addresses this issue by allowing users to retain control over their encry...