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@article{190364,
        author = {Himanshu Ajay Tarale},
        title = {Cloud computing security: threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation techniques.},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2026},
        volume = {12},
        number = {8},
        pages = {4231-4239},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=190364},
        abstract = {Cloud computing has become increasingly popular in recent years because of its scalability, flexibility, and cost-effectiveness. However, the security of cloud computing is still a major concern, as the every now and then migration of sensitive data to the cloud exposes it to a wide range of potential threats and vulnerabilities by third party attackers like hackers. This paper provides an overview of the major security threats and vulnerabilities associated with cloud computing, including unauthorized access, data breaches, denial of service attacks, and insider threats. It also examines the potential risks of data isolation, and data loss in the cloud environment. In addition, this paper presents a comprehensive review of the various security measures and mitigation techniques that can be implemented to protect cloud-based systems and data. These include encryption, access control, monitoring, and auditing, as well as secure software development practices and disaster recovery planning. Overall, this paper highlights the importance of addressing cloud computing security concerns and adopting a comprehensive approach to risk management to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of cloud-based systems and data.},
        keywords = {cloud, cloud computing, threats, vulnerabilities, mitigation techniques.},
        month = {January},
        }