Critical Security Issues in Cloud Computing: A Survey

Abstract

An exponential growth of cloud computing is dramatically changing contemporary network service manners. A large scope of cloud-based service offerings, X-as-a-Service (XaaS), are empowering flexible adoptions with on-demand provisions. However, cloud computing also introduces a series of security concerns, even though there are numerous advantages of using cloud computing. Understanding security concerns in cloud computing is a fundamental requirement for successfully adopting cloud solutions. This paper focuses on a variety of security issues in cloud computing and accomplishes a survey that addresses three major security dimensions of cloud security, including computer security, network security, and information security. Literature review provides a holistic view of cloud security as well as converges recent achievements in the field. The main findings of this work can provide future research in the field of cloud security with theoretical supports and evidence.