CRYPTOGRAPHY IN CLOUD COMPUTING

Cloud computing offers a flexible platform for expanding capabilities and unlocking potential without the need for additional infrastructure, personnel, or software systems. Initially rooted in commercial enterprises, cloud computing has evolved into a thriving IT innovation. Yet, people are concerned about the security of the cloud computing environment since it contains a considerable amount of sensitive data belonging to businesses and individuals. Despite the extensive attention given to cloud computing, numerous customers are still hesitant in transitioning their business operations to the cloud, primarily due to their perceived lack of protection. The intricate management of data confidentiality and information security within cloud computing adds to market apprehensions. The architecture of cloud models can potentially jeopardize the security of existing technologies when deployed in the cloud environment. Consequently, users of cloud services should be aware of the risks associated with uploading data to this new environment. This paper aims to survey various cryptographic aspects that pose security threats to cloud computing systems, exploring specific security issues arising from the use of cryptography in the cloud.