This Module focuses on securing cloud workloads, including virtual machines, containers, serverless services, and emerging AI workloads.

8.1 Introduction to Cloud Workload Security

Understand what cloud workloads are and how security controls apply to different workload types.

Types of Cloud Workloads: Learn the different workload types used in cloud environments. Impact on Workload Security Controls: Understand how workload characteristics influence security controls.

8.2 Securing Virtual Machines

Learn how virtual machines are secured in cloud environments.

Virtual Machine Challenges & Mitigations: Understand common VM security risks and mitigation strategies. Secure VM Image Creation: Learn how secure VM images are created and managed. Snapshots and Public Exposure Risks: Understand risks related to snapshots and unintended data exposure.

8.3 Securing Containers

Explore security practices for container-based workloads.

Container Image Creation: Learn how secure container images are built. Container Networking: Understand networking considerations for container security. Container Orchestration Systems: Learn how orchestration platforms manage container workloads. Container Orchestration Security: Understand security controls for orchestration environments. Runtime Protection for Containers: Learn how container workloads are protected during execution.

8.4 Securing Serverless and Function as a Service

Understand security challenges in serverless environments.

FaaS Security Issues: Learn common security risks in serverless workloads. IAM for Serverless: Understand identity and access controls for serverless services. Environment Variables and Secrets: Learn how secrets are managed securely in serverless workloads.

8.5 Securing AI Workloads

Explore security considerations specific to AI-based workloads.

AI-System Threats: Understand threats unique to AI systems. AI Risk Mitigation and Shared Responsibilities: Learn how AI risks are mitigated within shared responsibility models.

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