Overview

In the rapidly evolving landscape of cloud-native software security, the importance of understanding the legal and compliance aspects cannot be overstated. As a security engineer, you’re not just tasked with building secure systems but also ensuring that these systems comply with a complex web of laws, regulations, and standards. This chapter is designed to demystify these legal and compliance aspects, providing you with a clear, concise, and comprehensive understanding of the topic.

We will begin with Comprehending privacy in the cloud, where we’ll explore the key US privacy laws, such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and their implications for cloud-native software security. We’ll break down these laws into simple, understandable terms and illustrate their practical implications through real-world case studies.

Next, in Audit processes, methodologies, and cloud-native adoption, we’ll delve into the audit processes and methodologies...