--- title: Cloud Security Guide | Free eBook | TSC description: Learn how to manage cloud security risks while keeping the benefits of flexible, remote working. Free TSC eBook. image: https://thesecuritycompany.com/hubfs/the-cloud-guide-ebook.webp --- [Skip to content](https://thesecuritycompany.com/blog/guide-cloud-security-ebook#main-content) [![TSC Logo large](https://thesecuritycompany.com/hs-fs/hubfs/TSC%20Logo%20large.png?width=95&height=78&name=TSC%20Logo%20large.png)](https://thesecuritycompany.com/) - [Human Risk Platform](https://thesecuritycompany.com/tscs-human-risk-management-platform) - [Products & Services](https://thesecuritycompany.com/productsandservices) - [Success Stories](https://thesecuritycompany.com/success-stories) - [Resources](https://thesecuritycompany.com/our-resources) - [Blog](https://thesecuritycompany.com/blog) [Book a demo](https://thesecuritycompany.com/contact-us) ![Search icon](https://5018647.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/5018647/Design/Icons/Font%20Awesome/search.svg) [Book a demo](https://thesecuritycompany.com/contact-us) [All posts](https://thesecuritycompany.com/blog/all) July 22, 2026 # Your guide to cloud security   The Security Company  ·  2 minute read ![Person using a mobile phone with digital connection lines across a city skyline, representing cloud security, remote access and secure data sharing.](https://thesecuritycompany.com/hs-fs/hubfs/the-cloud-guide-ebook.webp?width=1920&height=1080&name=the-cloud-guide-ebook.webp) Learn how to use cloud services securely, reduce cloud data breach risks, and help employees avoid misconfiguration, shadow IT, insecure file sharing and unauthorised access. ## The cloud makes work easier. But are you managing the security risks? Cloud services help organisations store files, collaborate, back up data and work remotely from almost anywhere. But while the cloud makes everyday work easier, it also introduces security risks that employees and security teams need to understand. Cloud-related incidents can be caused by misconfiguration, weak access controls, compromised credentials, shadow IT, insecure file sharing, poor password habits and human error. The eBook also explains the shared responsibility model: cloud providers secure the infrastructure, but organisations are still responsible for how data, accounts, devices, permissions and applications are managed. This guide explains how cloud services work, the difference between SaaS, PaaS and IaaS, the key cloud security risks, and how employees can store, share and access data more securely. It is essential reading for organisations looking to improve cloud security awareness, reduce data breach risk and build safer cloud working habits. **In this free eBook, you'll discover:** How it works and the main types of cloud service your organisation may use The biggest cloud security risks: misconfiguration, shadow IT and unsecured sharing How personal or unsanctioned cloud accounts expose sensitive data What your cloud provider secures versus what you must secure yourself How to securely store, share and access data in cloud environments Best practices for managing access controls and permissions across cloud services The risks of using personal cloud storage for work files Practical guidance to help employees adopt secure cloud habits every day --- ### Help employees use the cloud securely TSC helps organisations improve cloud security awareness with practical training that explains how cloud services work, where risks arise, and what employees can do to protect data, manage access, avoid shadow IT and reduce unsafe sharing. [View eBook](https://thesecuritycompany.com/hubfs/TSC-Your-guide-to-The-Cloud.pdf) [Book eLearning demo](https://thesecuritycompany.com/contact-us) --- ## Cloud security FAQ ### What is cloud security? Cloud security is the protection of data, applications, accounts and services stored or accessed through cloud platforms. It includes secure access controls, strong passwords, multi-factor authentication, data protection, encryption, monitoring, permissions management and safe user behaviour. ### What are the biggest cloud security risks? Common cloud security risks include misconfiguration, data breaches, weak access controls, compromised credentials, account hijacking, shadow IT, insecure APIs, insider threats, unsecured file sharing and poor visibility over how cloud services are being used. ### How can employees use cloud services safely? Employees can use cloud services safely by following company-approved tools, using strong unique passwords and MFA, avoiding personal cloud storage for work files, checking sharing permissions, limiting access to sensitive data, backing up important information and reporting suspicious activity quickly. --- ## Related pages [Human Risk Platform](https://thesecuritycompany.com/tscs-human-risk-management-platform) [Products & Services](https://thesecuritycompany.com/productsandservices) ## Related posts [![Profile of a person with digital data graphics overlaid, representing cyber security culture, behaviour change and organisational security awareness.](https://thesecuritycompany.com/hubfs/cyber-culture-guide-ebook.webp)](https://thesecuritycompany.com/blog/cyber-security-culture-blocks-ebook) [eBOOK](https://thesecuritycompany.com/blog/tag/ebook) ### [How to beat the cyber security culture blocks](https://thesecuritycompany.com/blog/cyber-security-culture-blocks-ebook) [![Person unlocking a mobile phone with a passcode, representing password security, authentication, and cyber security awareness training.](https://thesecuritycompany.com/hubfs/guide-passwords-ebook.webp)](https://thesecuritycompany.com/blog/guide-passwords-ebook) [eBOOK](https://thesecuritycompany.com/blog/tag/ebook) ### [Your guide to passwords](https://thesecuritycompany.com/blog/guide-passwords-ebook) [![Pharmaceutical professional reviewing stock in a medical storage area with a tablet, representing cyber security risks in the pharmaceutical industry.](https://thesecuritycompany.com/hubfs/cyber-security-in-the-pharma-industry-report.webp)](https://thesecuritycompany.com/blog/cyber-security-pharmaceutical-industry-report) [REPORT](https://thesecuritycompany.com/blog/tag/report) ### [Cyber security in the pharmaceutical industry](https://thesecuritycompany.com/blog/cyber-security-pharmaceutical-industry-report) ![](https://thesecuritycompany.com/hs-fs/hubfs/bug.webp?width=80&height=80&name=bug.webp) ![](https://thesecuritycompany.com/hs-fs/hubfs/bug_white.webp?width=80&height=80&name=bug_white.webp) Go further with emerging threat intelligence, expert analysis and guidance [![TSC White Logo large](https://thesecuritycompany.com/hs-fs/hubfs/TSC%20White%20Logo%20large.webp?width=100&height=82&name=TSC%20White%20Logo%20large.webp "TSC White Logo large")](https://thesecuritycompany.com/) **©** The Security Company (International) Limited 2026 Office One, 1 Coldbath Square, London, EC1R 5HL, UK Company registration No: 03703393 VAT No: 385 8337 51 [linkedin-in icon](https://uk.linkedin.com/company/thesecurityco) [Home](https://thesecuritycompany.com) [Human Risk Platform](https://thesecuritycompany.com/tscs-human-risk-management-platform) **[Products & Services](https://thesecuritycompany.com/productsandservices)** [Contact us](https://thesecuritycompany.com/contact-us) [Privacy &](https://thesecuritycompany.com/tsc-policies)[Cookie Policies](https://thesecuritycompany.com/tsc-policies) [Terms & Conditions](https://thesecuritycompany.com/tsc-policies) **Resources** - 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