Abstract: This research study examines the significant security vulnerabilities and threats in cloud computing, analyzes their potential consequences for enterprises, and proposes effective solutions for mitigating these vulnerabilities. This paper discusses the increasing significance of cloud security in a time characterized by rapid data expansion and technological progress. The paper examines prevalent vulnerabilities in cloud computing, including cloud misconfigurations, data leakage, shared technology threats, and insider threats. It emphasizes the necessity of adopting a proactive and comprehensive approach to ensure cloud security. The report places significant emphasis on the shared responsibility paradigm, adherence to industry laws, and the dynamic nature of cybersecurity threats. The situation necessitates the cooperation of researchers, cybersecurity professionals, and enterprises to proactively address these difficulties. This partnership aims to provide a thorough manual for organizations aiming to bolster their cloud security measures and safeguard valuable data in an ever-evolving digital landscape.

Alanoud Alquwayzani, Rawabi Aldossri and Mounir Frikha, “Prominent Security Vulnerabilities in Cloud Computing” International Journal of Advanced Computer Science and Applications(IJACSA), 15(2), 2024. http://dx.doi.org/10.14569/IJACSA.2024.0150281

@article{Alquwayzani2024,
title = {Prominent Security Vulnerabilities in Cloud Computing},
journal = {International Journal of Advanced Computer Science and Applications},
doi = {10.14569/IJACSA.2024.0150281},
url = {http://dx.doi.org/10.14569/IJACSA.2024.0150281},
year = {2024},
publisher = {The Science and Information Organization},
volume = {15},
number = {2},
author = {Alanoud Alquwayzani and Rawabi Aldossri and Mounir Frikha}
}