What are the encryption options available for SaaS consumers?
What are the encryption options available for SaaS consumers?
For SaaS consumers, the encryption options typically include provider-managed encryption and sometimes proxy encryption. Provider-managed encryption involves the SaaS provider handling the encryption and decryption processes. Proxy encryption, on the other hand, involves the consumer encrypting data before it is sent to the SaaS application via a proxy. These options are designed to help enhance data security within the SaaS environment, making option A the correct choice.
Security Guidance v4.0 > p.125 > SaaS Encryption SaaS providers may use any of the options previously discussed. It is recommended to use per-customer keys when possible, in order to better enforce multitenancy isolation. The following options are for SaaS consumers: • Provider-managed encryption: Data is encrypted in the SaaS application and generally managed by the provider. • Proxy encryption: Data passes through an encryption proxy before being sent to the SaaS application.
A. Provider-managed and (sometimes) proxy encryption The encryption options available for Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) consumers typically include provider-managed encryption, where the SaaS provider handles encryption and decryption of data, and sometimes proxy encryption, where the consumer encrypts data before sending it to the SaaS application through a proxy. These options help enhance the security of data within the SaaS environment. Option B is not accurate because SaaS encryption options might differ from those available for volume storage, object storage, or Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS). Options C, D, and E are not specifically representative of encryption options available for SaaS consumers.