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Security Guidance for Critical Areas of Focus in Cloud Computing V3.0
Security Guidance for Critical Areas of Focus in Cloud Computing V3.0

Security Guidance for Critical Areas of Focus in Cloud Computing V3.0

Release Date: 11/14/2011

Working Group: Security Guidance

The CSA guidance as it enters its third edition seeks to establish a stable, secure baseline for cloud operations. This effort provides a practical, actionable road map to managers wanting to adopt the cloud paradigm safely and securely. Domains have been rewritten to emphasize security, stability and privacy, ensuring corporate privacy in a multi-tenant environment.
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