Platform security covers the controls used to protect the cloud platform and its services, including network protection, workload isolation, security policies, and continuous monitoring.

• Firewalls and gateways
• Proxies
• Intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS)
• Honeypots and deception technologies
• VPN and encryption
• Authentication and authorization
• Continuous improvement of platform protections

Cloud providers generally have a vast private network and dedicated backbone connectivity. However, proper controls are still required to secure internal and external traffic paths.

Platform security ensures that cloud services are protected as a layered system, combining network controls, detection capabilities, and strong governance.