The shared responsibility model and your monitoring strategy

The shared responsibility model is a critical concept in cloud computing, delineating the division of security and operational responsibilities between the cloud provider and the customer. Understanding this model is crucial for developing a comprehensive monitoring strategy, as it clarifies which aspects of the cloud infrastructure require your attention and which are managed by the cloud provider.

Understanding the shared responsibility model

In the shared responsibility model, a cloud provider, such as Microsoft Azure, is responsible for the security and maintenance of the cloud infrastructure itself. This includes the physical security of data centers, hardware management, network infrastructure, and foundational services. On the other hand, customers are responsible for securing and managing their data, applications, and operating systems that run on the cloud infrastructure. This split responsibility ensures that...