Data Posture Management in Action: Meet the New Check Point CloudGuard

A primary concern in cloud security involves threats directed at cloud data, specifically those aimed at stealing or exploiting sensitive information.

According to Check Point Cloud Security Research more than 51% of organizations consider data exfiltration to be a top cloud threat.

However, sensitive data storage is an essential component of cloud applications and, by itself, is not a security risk. Some sensitive data storages are resilient to breaches, while others are exposed to significant risks.

Today, we unveil our latest CloudGuard solution for Data Security Posture Management and showcase how leading companies are leveraging it to strengthen their data posture in AWS environments.

Discovering Sensitive Data Risks Within Cloud Application Context

Check Point CloudGuard’s new integrations with Amazon Macie helps organizations identify vulnerable sensitive data storages. Amazon Macie scans the S3 buckets within the environment using machine learning and pattern matching to discover sensitive data. These classifications of data sensitivity are then consolidated into CloudGuard and analyzed within the context of the application. .

CloudGuard subsequently generates a risk score, considering the complete context of the cloud application, including factors like public exposure, permission access, best practice configurations, and more. In the example below, you will observe a potentially critical context-based risk within an S3 bucket that contains sensitive information. This asset is exposed to the Internet and has overly permissive access. The likelihood of attackers discovering this sensitive S3 bucket poses a critical business and security risk for the organization.

Prioritizing Sensitive Data Risks Within Cloud Application Context

Cloud-native applications comprise thousands, or even tens of thousands, of cloud assets. In an environment with hundreds of sensitive storages, CloudGuard helps security teams prioritize which data risks need their attention. Then, as a part of the comprehensive risk context, it prioritizes risky assets and provides remediation recommendations that can be sent to the developers & DevOps teams.

Remediating the Full Spectrum of Data Risk

After CloudGuard identifies the risk, the security team can investigate the risk and take appropriate remediation actions in four simple steps:

1.  Pinpoint Data Security Risks. Take full advantage of Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) via our Amazon Macie integration to determine why the asset was identified as sensitive – whether it comprises classified or regulated information.
2. Enforce Zero Trust / Least Privilege Access. Leverage Cloud Identity and Entitlement Management (CIEM) to gain insights into the entities that can access the database and allocate them a perfect dose of permissions – identifying and fixing over-provisioned roles and assets.
3. Detect and Fix Misconfigurations. Utilize Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) to discover that the database is not encrypted or has other misconfigurations and take recommended remediation action to resolve it.
4. Avoid Exposure to the Internet. Rely on the network security component of CNAPP to visualize the connectivity map and fix possible exposure to the Internet.

Quicker & Better Cloud Data Security Posture Management

CloudGuard CNAPP facilitates the identification and prompt remediation of data-related risks. By considering the surrounding context, CloudGuard eliminates data sensitivity risks and helps prevent data breaches from associated vulnerable assets. The result is a more robust data security posture for your organization in less time.

Watch Our Joint Webinar with AWS

You can watch the on-demand webinar and learn more about how CloudGuard new integration with AWS Macie can address your data security needs.

Top Cloud Security Leader by Top Analyst Firms

With three decades of security experience and extensive knowledge of the fundamental hurdles that arise in cloud environments, Check Point offers an unparalleled level of Cloud Security expertise. CloudGuard provides a comprehensive approach, enabling cloud security in action. Our platform was recognized in 2023 by top analysts’ firms as a leader in various categories such as: CSPM, CNAPP, CWPP, WAAP, Cloud Network Security, and more.

Getting Ready for Action

Learn more about our unique cloud security in action approach and how you can further enhance your organization’s data security posture with Check Point CloudGuard by contacting your Check Point account team or scheduling a demo.