Business Continuity
Cloud backups involve regularly copying and storing data from cloud-based services to a secure location. These backups protect against data loss due to accidental deletion, hardware failures, or cyber threats.
A business continuity plan is a document that explains the actions you should take before, during and after unexpected events and situations. It is designed to help you: identify, prevent or reduce risks where possible. prepare for risks that are out of your control. respond and recover if an incident or crisis occurs.
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Business Continuity Ensures uninterrupted operations during disruptions.
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Scenarios:​
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Accidental/Malicious Deletion: Recover lost files or mailboxes.
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Disaster Recovery: Restore large volumes of content efficiently
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Encrypt backup data both in transit and at rest.
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Encryption ensures confidentiality and protects against data theft
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Principle of Least Privilege (PoLP):
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Limit access to backup services. Grant only necessary permissions to users or applications, following the least privilege principle.
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Immutability Ensures Integrity:
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Make backups immutable (unchangeable) to prevent tampering. Immutable backups maintain data integrity even in case of attacks
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Remember, robust backups and business continuity planning are essential for maintaining operational resilience.