Cloud apps are just as secure as on-premises apps

Many companies have hesitated when it comes to putting their applications in the cloud, even when shown that it can save them money - and an oft-cited reason is their concerns about security. According to a survey of informaiton security professionals, though, cloud apps are just as secure as the applications that run on-premises. However - and it's a big however - that doesn't necessarily mean they're secure. New studies show that 75% of those cloud apps don't meet the criteria of the new EU General Data Protection regulation.

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