CloudTrust protocol definition
CloudTrust protocol (CTP) refers to a mechanism that provides transparent security and compliance information about cloud services. In simpler terms, CTP is a way to assess and understand how secure a cloud service is. As it’s not widely adopted, currently ISO/IEC 27001 is an international standard outlining best practices for an ISM system.
See also: cloud operating system, protocol conversion, public cloud infrastructure
How does CloudTrust protocol work?
- 1.Data collection. It collects data on the operations of cloud service providers.
- 2.Assessment. The data is assessed according to the standards set out in the protocol.
- 3.Scoring. The CTP generates a trust score for each provider based on its assessment.
- 4.Reporting. The trust scores are then made available to potential cloud service customers.
CloudTrust protocol benefits
- Transparency. It increases the transparency of cloud service providers, helping customers make informed decisions about their security.
- Simplified compliance. With CTP, the auditing process is simpler because organizations can quickly determine whether a cloud service meets their compliance needs.
- Trust-building. By providing an open and standardized security rating system, CTP can help build trust between cloud service providers and their customers.
Drawbacks:
- Lack of support. Not all cloud providers support it, which hinders CTP adoption.
- Lack of enforcement. No authority is enforcing the use of CTP.
- Potential for misinterpretation. Customers may misinterpret the security levels indicated by CTP, leading to an inflated sense of security.
