Cloud Misconfigurations Continue to Drive Data Breaches

Cloud misconfigurations remain a leading cause of data breaches as exposed storage buckets, poorly governed identities, and multi-cloud complexity create opportunities for unauthorized access. Attackers use automated tools to scan for open cloud assets, taking advantage of human errors that remain common despite provider safeguards. Companies are increasingly adopting cloud-native security tools, enforcing encryption by default, and conducting regular policy audits. Strengthening these operational practices significantly reduces cloud security risks.