Cloud Computing Benefits, risks and recommendations for information security
Rev.B – December 2012

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Cloud Computing Benefits, risks and recommendations for information security

Document History

Date December 2009

Version 1.0

Modification Initial Release, Rev.A

Author Daniele Catteddu, Giles Hogben Thomas Haeberlen Lionel Dupré

December 2012

2.0

Rev.B

About ENISA
The European Network and Information Security Agency (ENISA) is a centre of network and information security expertise for the EU, its member states, the private sector and Europe’s citizens. ENISA works with these groups to develop advice and recommendations on good practice in information security. It assists EU member states in implementing relevant EU legislation and works to improve the resilience of Europe’s critical information infrastructure and networks. ENISA seeks to enhance existing expertise in EU member states by supporting the development of cross-border communities committed to improving network and information security throughout the EU. More information about ENISA and its work can be found at www.enisa.europa.eu.

Contact details
This report has been edited by: Lionel Dupré, Thomas Haeberlen

For contacting ENISA or for general enquiries about this report, please use the following details: Email: resilience@enisa.europa.eu Internet: http://www.enisa.europa.eu

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