Cloud Security Risks and Mitigation Strategies: A Review of Current Trends and Future Directions

DOI: https://doie.org/10.10399/JBSE.2025295959

Hirenkumar Mistry, Chirag Mavani, Mr. Ripalkumar Patel, Amit Goswami

Keywords:

Cloud security, Zero Trust Architecture, data privacy, multi-tenancy, post quantum cryptography, DevSecOps

Abstract:

Cloud computing has transformed global IT infrastructure, but its rapid adoption introduces complex security challenges. This paper examines critical risks such as misconfigurations, multi-tenancy vulnerabilities, and insecure APIs, while evaluating advanced mitigation strategies like Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) and homomorphic encryption. Emerging trends, including confidential computing and post-quantum cryptography, are analyzed alongside future challenges such as cross-border data governance and ethical AI. Synthesizing insights from industry reports and technical literature (2019–2024), this review provides actionable recommendations for securing cloud ecosystems.

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