Cybersecurity challenges
Cloud apps are already in your business. So is the risk.
The problem? Most businesses don’t realise how deep it runs.
The average company uses nearly 1,000 cloud apps. Not all are sanctioned. Not all are secure. And most IT teams aren’t seeing the full picture. That’s where things unravel — fast.
Shadow IT isn’t the exception. It’s the norm.
People just want to get their work done. So they send files over Messenger. They share folders on personal Google Drives. They chat to clients over WhatsApp Web. All outside of company controls.
In fact, 38% of mid-sized organisations experienced downtime due to misconfigured cloud settings last year, while a third suffered malware or ransomware attacks as a result. Data loss and failed audits followed close behind.
It's not malicious, it’s just everyday behaviour. And it creates gaps you can’t afford to ignore.
Start with visibility
The first step in cloud security isn’t blocking apps. It’s understanding them.
Discovery tools surface every cloud app being used — sanctioned or not. From there, you can build policies based on risk, not guesswork.
Some apps are harmless. Others need tighter reins. Tools like TrustLayer let you set usage rules based on user, app, location or device. You can limit uploads, downloads, editing rights — whatever makes sense for your business.
No blanket bans. No disruption. Just smart, quiet control.
Control beyond the browser
Cloud app security doesn’t stop at messaging or storage. It extends to infrastructure too.
If your teams use IaaS or PaaS services, you need to know what’s running, where, and how it’s configured. Misconfigured cloud services have been behind some of the most costly breaches — and most of them were preventable.
A strong CASB gives you control at both the application and infrastructure level. It helps you lock down access, monitor usage, and fix weak points before they become headlines.
From risky to ready
Cloud apps can feel like the Wild West. But they don’t have to be.
With the right discovery, policy controls and real-time enforcement, you can turn app chaos into competitive advantage. Less exposure. Fewer incidents. More freedom to innovate.
TrustLayer Browse gives you full visibility and control — without slowing your people down.
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