The Ultimate Guide to Cloud Security

2026 · Kiwi Edition

Cloud security encompasses the technologies, policies, controls, and services that protect cloud computing environments, data, applications, and infrastructure from cyber threats. As businesses increasingly adopt cloud platforms for scalability and flexibility, securing these environments has become critical to safeguard sensitive data and maintain compliance.

The recent stories highlight a dynamic landscape marked by advancements in privileged access controls, zero trust architectures, AI-driven threat detection, and collaborations among leading cybersecurity firms. Readers will find insights into emerging threats such as ransomware targeting cloud workloads, the rise of generative AI increasing security risks, and the importance of integrating multi-cloud security tools.

By exploring these developments, readers can learn best practices for cloud server privilege management, understand challenges in hybrid and multicloud deployments, and discover how innovations in AI and automation are shaping the future of cloud security. This collection also emphasizes the significance of visibility, control, and identity management in mitigating evolving threats within cloud environments.

Whether you are looking to enhance your organization's cloud security posture or seeking to stay informed on the latest trends and technologies, this tag provides valuable perspectives and actionable strategies to navigate the complexities of modern cloud security.

Kiwi Cloud Security news
Analyst Insights
Check Point wins Frost & Sullivan recognition for WAF
Frost & Sullivan · Cloud Security · Firewalls
Last week
Rubrik launches Google Cloud tools for AI governance
Gartner · Cloud Security · Storage
Last week
Check Point tops Miercom hybrid mesh security benchmark
Miercom · Cloud Security · Firewalls
Last week
Check Point tops Miercom hybrid mesh security benchmark
Miercom · Cloud Security · Malware
Last week
Capsule Security raises $7 million to guard AI agents
Gartner · Cloud Security · PAM
This month
Expert columns
One click can trigger a breach, but security can stop it
By Jerome Lowe of SonicWall
Yesterday
Global real estate company strengthens MFA security with Inde
By Lisa Pfahlert of Inde
2 days ago
VPN vulnerabilities don't have to become breaches
By Jerome Lowe of SonicWall
Last week
Why local secure access is becoming critical for New Zealand organisations
By Nick Frantzen of Fortinet New Zealand
Last week
Cyber breaches need communications planning, data warns
By Dwayne Alexander of Alexander PR
Last week
How MH Enterprise turns trust into cybersecurity success
By Gaëlle Perrin of SonicWall
Last week
Mythos changes everything: Is your AI agent security ready?
By Dev Rishi of Rubrik
Last week
Building security outcomes for small businesses: Why breaches persist despite available tools
By Debasish Mukherjee of SonicWall
This month
The hidden risk in New Zealand's digital transformation
By Dr Steven Woodhouse of Fortinet Australia and New Zealand
This month
The why and what of FIPS 140-3 validation in modern cybersecurity
By Georgy Thadathil of SonicWall
This month
From DSPM to data protection: Closing the last mile on sensitive data in the era of AI
By Franklin Nguyen of Cyberhaven
This month
Small alert, big defense: Inside a SOC's early-morning response
By Sarah Wilkinson of SonicWall
This month
Don't be fooled: The SaaS label that's misleading your security team
By Nam Lam of SailPoint
This month
The evolving role of the CSO: From technical guardian to business strategist
By Bill O’Connell of Commvault
Last month
Why AI-powered security needs network telemetry across the hybrid cloud
By Ryan Mahoney of Gigamon
Last month
Interviews
Google Cloud CEO sets out enterprise AI agent plan
Discussing Digital Transformation
Yesterday
Google flags urgency as AI reshapes cyber threats
Discussing Productivity
Yesterday
Exclusive: Google Cloud reshaping finance with agentic AI
Discussing Productivity
Last week
Exclusive: Google Cloud on the road to autonomous SecOps
Discussing Threat intelligence
Last week
Netskope's Tony Burnside - visibility is key to AI security
Discussing Shadow IT
This month
Recent news
Capture The Bug adds US tech leaders for North American push
About EROAD
Mon, 19th Jan 2026
Kordia unveils Secure Edge SASE to tackle tool sprawl
About Software-as-a-Service
Thu, 15th Jan 2026
Has 2025 seen a successful refresh to Windows 11?
About Software Updates
Mon, 22nd Dec 2025
Fortinet brings AI data centre security to NVIDIA DPUs
About Firewalls
Thu, 18th Dec 2025
DEFEND wins global Microsoft award as cyber threats surge in NZ
About Ransomware
Wed, 19th Nov 2025
Why NZ Businesses Must Get Serious About Cybersecurity
About Small Business
Tue, 18th Nov 2025
Kiwibank, MATTR & Deloitte to use new AWS New Zealand region
About Sustainability
Thu, 31st Jul 2025
Saviynt, Chillisoft partner to boost NZ identity security
About Education, Learning & Training
Tue, 6th May 2025
Securing Auckland City Mission's future with Gallagher Command Centre
About Closed Circuit Television
Wed, 5th Feb 2025
Palo Alto Networks launches free cyber education in NZ
About EduTech
Thu, 31st Oct 2024
Spark Business Group joins Microsoft Intelligent Security Association
About Collaboration
Thu, 18th Jul 2024
Kordia reveals digital transition cybersecurity challenges in NZ firms
About Bring Your Own Device
Tue, 2nd Apr 2024
Rapid7 partners with Duo for strategic distribution in New Zealand
About Resellers
Wed, 20th Dec 2023
Fueling innovation in NZ with cloud training and certification
About Education, Learning & Training
Fri, 18th Aug 2023
Menlo Security brings on Soft Solutions as Kiwi distributor
About Soft Solutions
Tue, 21st Mar 2023
Cloud and data protection big challenges for NZ businesses
About Software-as-a-Service
Wed, 10th Aug 2022
New chief technology security officer for Qualys ANZ
About Cloud Services
Tue, 30th Nov 2021
The Kiwi CMS provider harnessing cloud power to serve the healthcare sector
About Content Management System
Mon, 16th Aug 2021
A cloud-first approach starts with security
About Hybrid Cloud
Thu, 27th Feb 2020
Fortinet: Keeping cloud platforms secure across the board
About Firewalls
Wed, 13th Nov 2019
Job moves
Capture The Bug adds US tech leaders for North American push
Move at Microsoft
Mon, 19th Jan 2026
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