With cloud models, such as AWS and Azure the client does not have control over physical security. In a public cloud, the client does not have control over where its data is stored. In some cases, the client data is in a shared pool with other clients placing the data at risk. There are many challenges to overcome for a company to store its data within a public cloud.

Respond to the following in a minimum of 175 words:

Discuss typical cloud storage facilities.

Describe one critical challenge that a company might have with choosing to store data with a cloud provider such as AWS or Azure.

In your opinion, what mitigation strategies can be implemented to ensure that confidentiality, integrity, and availability are not compromised if a company uses AWS or Azure?

What other factors might be considered when using third party vendors for business who operate within the cloud environment?