Be Alert for these Dangerous Amazon Web Service Configuration Errors

by VAST | Jan 3, 2019 | Amazon Web Services

Many of the biggest security threats on Amazon Web Services (AWS) come from misconfigurations. Default settings can leave resources publicly accessible and unprotected. These are the configuration errors you need to avoid: 1. Empowered root accounts Root accounts are...

Enhance Your Cloud Security With Amazon Virtual Private Cloud

by VAST | Jul 18, 2018 | Amazon Web Services, Cloud Access Security, Hybrid Cloud

Security considerations still keep many businesses from moving their infrastructure to the cloud. Private cloud alleviates those concerns, but requires building your own on-site cloud so you lose the advantage of the maintenance and support a cloud provider offers....

AWS Blockchain Templates Make It Easy to Get Started With This Vital New Technology

by VAST | May 8, 2018 | Amazon Web Services

Blockchain is one of the most important new technologies to come along in recent years. In underlying cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum, blockchain works by sharing a distributed ledger across a peer network. There’s no need for a central authority to...

Build Your Microsoft Environment in the Amazon Web Services Cloud

by VAST | Apr 1, 2018 | Amazon Web Services

For many businesses, Microsoft products form the foundation of their infrastructure and core application technology. That means taking advantage of the benefits of the cloud requires finding a way to use these products in the cloud. Amazon Web Services (AWS) provides...

Use Amazon’s Tools to Monitor Amazon Web Services Infrastructure

by VAST | Dec 14, 2017 | Amazon Web Services

It’s important to monitor your Amazon Web Services (AWS) environment to make sure that you get the performance you need, security is maintained, and developers are able to be productive. AWS provides numerous tools that let you stay on top of your cloud; most...

3 Phases for Migrating to Amazon Web Services

by VAST | May 6, 2017 | Amazon Web Services, Cloud Adoption and Migration

Migrating to the cloud can be complex, so make it easier by creating a plan that lets you tackle it in phases. That will let you take a more focused approach rather than being overwhelmed by the process. Here are some tips for a 3-phase migration process that lets you...