Securing the Digital Frontier: Strategies for Cloud Computing Security, Database Protection, and Comprehensive Penetration Testing

16 Pages Posted: 7 May 2024

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Udochukwu Igwenagu

Prairie View A&M University

Abidemi Ayodotun Salami

Illinois State University

Abayomi S. Arigbabu

University of Ibadan

Mesode Cassandra Esambe

University of Douala

Tunboson Oyewale Oladoyinbo

University of Maryland University College (UMUC)

Oluwaseun Oladeji Olaniyi

University of the Cumberlands

Date Written: May 6, 2024

Abstract

This research paper explores the effectiveness of integrated cybersecurity strategies, focusing on the amalgamation of cloud computing security, database protection, and penetration testing into a unified risk management framework. The primary aim is to evaluate how such integration impacts the overall cybersecurity posture of organizations, offering insights into mitigating cyber threats, unauthorized access, and data breaches. Employing a survey-based methodology, the study gathered data from 365 professionals across cloud computing, database administration, and cybersecurity fields. Through descriptive statistics and Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM), the research explored the interrelations between various cybersecurity strategies and their collective influence on organizational resilience against cyber threats. The findings underscore the significant benefits of a holistic cybersecurity approach, revealing that penetration testing, robust database security measures, and strict adherence to cloud computing security requirements significantly reduce vulnerabilities and incidents of data breaches. Moreover, the study established that a unified risk management framework substantially enhances an organization's cybersecurity posture, highlighting the critical role of integrated security measures in fostering organizational resilience. The research confirms the hypothesis that incorporating cybersecurity strategies across different domains leads to a synergistic enhancement of security defenses, offering a more robust mechanism against the multifaceted nature of cyber threats. In conclusion, the study advocates for the adoption of a comprehensive, integrated approach to cybersecurity, emphasizing regular penetration testing, stringent database security protocols, and adherence to cloud computing security standards as essential components of a robust cybersecurity framework. This approach not only mitigates the risk of cyber threats but also strengthens organizational resilience, ensuring a secure digital environment for future challenges.

Keywords: Cybersecurity, integrated cybersecurity strategies, cloud computing security, database protection, penetration testing, unified risk management framework, organizational resilience, cyber threats

Suggested Citation

Igwenagu, Udochukwu and Salami, Abidemi Ayodotun and Arigbabu, Abayomi and Esambe, Mesode Cassandra and Oladoyinbo, Tunboson Oyewale and Olaniyi, Oluwaseun Oladeji, Securing the Digital Frontier: Strategies for Cloud Computing Security, Database Protection, and Comprehensive Penetration Testing (May 6, 2024). Available at SSRN: https://ssrn.com/abstract=4818261 or http://dx.doi.org/10.2139/ssrn.4818261

Udochukwu Igwenagu

Prairie View A&M University ( email )

Abidemi Ayodotun Salami

Illinois State University ( email )

Abayomi Arigbabu

University of Ibadan ( email )

Mesode Cassandra Esambe

University of Douala ( email )

Tunboson Oyewale Oladoyinbo

University of Maryland University College (UMUC)

Oluwaseun Oladeji Olaniyi (Contact Author)

University of the Cumberlands ( email )

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Williamsburg, KY 40769
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