Cloud Security Alliance Releases Cloud Controls Matrix Version 4

Cloud Security Alliance Releases Cloud Controls Matrix Version 4

By Nancy Rand
Posted in Security
On January 22, 2021

The Cloud Security Alliance released their latest version of the Cloud Control Matrix (CCM) on 1/20/21. It is available from their website after answering a few questions. The mappings to Scope Applicability, Architectural Relevance, Corporate Governance Relevance, Cloud Service Delivery Model Applicability, Supplier Relationship, are not yet available, but the CSA has released the matrix to assist organizations to prepare to upgrade to version 4.

https://cloudsecurityalliance.org/research/cloud-controls-matrix/

Following are the changes reported on the website:

Changes in version 4: 

  • Ensured coverage of requirements deriving from new cloud technologies.
  • New controls and security responsibility matrix, improved auditability of the controls, and enhanced interoperability and compatibility with other standards. 
  • Changes in structure of the framework with a new domain dedicated to Log and Monitoring (LOG), and modifications in the existing ones (GRC, A&A, UEM, CEK). 

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Nancy Rand

Nancy Rand

Nancy has more than 20 years’ experience in information technology and security, solving business issues and implementing best-practice solutions that support organizational objectives. Her expertise includes leveraging, optimizing, and implementing diverse technology platforms, and management of large-scale technology projects.