This report identifies the most critical cloud security threats and why they are increasing as cloud adoption grows. It highlights fundamental issues such as lack of visibility, weak security awareness, and unclear responsibility in cloud environments. Data exposure is the most common risk, with over 55% of companies having publicly exposed databases, often without proper authentication, making them easy targets. It also details emerging threats like supply chain attacks (e.g., SolarWinds, Log4Shell), identity-based risks from over-permissioned third-party vendors, and software vulnerabilities embedded in cloud services. The report notes that attackers are evolving quickly, using cloud-native techniques for lateral movement and exploitation. The key takeaway is that cloud security risks ar

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