Cloud computing security - protective goals. Taxonomy. Market review

The aim of this study on cloud computing security is to provide a broad framework for analyzing security problems in cloud computing systems. It is addressed at decision makers in enterprises in all branches of industry who already outsource IT services, use cloud services, or are considering deploying cloud services in the near future. It also targets anyone with an interest in the topic or wishing to gain an overview of the security risks arising from the use of cloud computing systems as well as the various systems currently available in the market, their costs, and their security concepts.