5 Common Gaps a Cloud Security Assessment Review Can Reveal

Today, most businesses use the cloud. We use it to store files, run apps, share data, and do our daily work. It’s fast, affordable, and easy to use. You can log in from anywhere — at home, at work, or even on the train. But here’s the thing: Just because the cloud feels safe, doesn’t mean it always is. Many people don’t realize that small mistakes in cloud setup can make a business easy to attack. Hackers are clever — they look for tiny holes, and once they find one, they can steal data or cause real damage. That’s why a Cloud Security Assessment Review is conducted!


That’s where FORTBRIDGE comes in. We help businesses across the UK find and fix these holes before hackers do. Our cloud security checks show where your system might be weak and how to make it strong again.

Here are five common problems that a cloud security check often finds. You might be shocked by how simple these problems are — and how dangerous they can be if ignored.

1. Cloud Settings Done Wrong

We see this mistake most common and frequently of all.

When it comes to your cloud, think of it as a house; if you fail to lock the doors or close the windows, everyone is welcome to come in. This is what goes wrong when the cloud settings are incorrect. Examples:

·        Folders or databases open to the public by accident

·        Security policies that allow access to anyone

·        No encryption (unprotected data)

Why it's a big deal:

For hacking open cloud accounts on the web, hackers resort to specialized software. Once they run across your account, they may copy your data, or worse still, break into your network.

FORTBRIDGE approach:

We manage the whole of your cloud accounts searching for "open windows." When found, we educate you on the best way to securely and effectively close them.

2. There are Too Many People with Very Easy Access

It is very common that too many people will have very broad and privileged access rights. Imagine an office where every person holds a copy of the key to the safe. Even the latest recruited and inexperienced intern! The most common situations that we come across are:

·        Credentials or keys that are widely used

·        No two-factor authentication or login (such as password plus code sent to the user's phone)

·        The company who has cut off employees but still has their old accounts active

·        There are too many admins.

Why this is bad:

If just one of those passwords gets stolen, a hacker can get inside your cloud, move around, steal files, or even lock you out of your own system.

What FORTBRIDGE does:

We check who has access, what they can do, and what they really need. We help you set up rules so only the right people can open the right doors.

3. No One Watching What’s Happening

Imagine you have cameras in your shop, but they’re not recording. If something goes wrong, you’d have no idea who did it or when. That’s exactly what happens when your cloud isn’t being monitored properly. We often see:

·        Logging (tracking) not turned on

·        No alerts for strange or dangerous activity

·        Logs being deleted too soon

·        No one checking the logs regularly

Why this is bad:

You won’t know if someone is attacking your cloud until it’s too late. By then, the damage is done.

What FORTBRIDGE does:

We make sure your “cloud cameras” are turned on, recording, and being checked. That way, you can see problems early — before they become disasters.

The Cloud Is Great — But It Still Needs Care

The cloud makes life easier. But it’s not magic. It still needs to be looked after, just like any other part of your business. And the truth is — hackers don’t care how big or small you are. They just look for weak spots. If they find one, they’ll take advantage.

That’s why now is the best time to check your cloud’s health.

Let’s Keep Your Cloud Safe

At FORTBRIDGE, we help you find problems before they find you. We’ve worked with all kinds of UK businesses — from small local companies to large organisations — and we know exactly what to look for. With Cloud Security Assessment Review, make sure that if there is any leaks, we surely fill it.

Let’s make sure your cloud is locked, monitored, and safe from attack. You don’t need to be an expert — that’s what we’re here for. 

Learn More: Cloud Security Assessment Review: Your Best Shield Against Hackers

Location: Brick Kiln Two, London SE13 5FR, UK

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