Glossary

Cloud Workload Protection Platform (CWPP)

CWPP protects the actual programs running in the cloud - whether they are in containers, virtual machines, or serverless - like bodyguards for your cloud apps.

What is Cloud Workload Protection Platform (CWPP)?

Security solutions designed to protect workloads running in cloud environments including VMs, containers, and serverless functions.

Why Should You Care?

Traditional security tools do not work in dynamic cloud environments. CWPP provides visibility and protection across diverse workload types.

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Real-World Example

CWPP detects cryptomining malware running inside a container and automatically terminates the compromised workload.

How to Protect Against Cloud Workload Protection Platform (CWPP)

  1. 1.

    Inventory all cloud workload types

  2. 2.

    Deploy CWPP with runtime protection

Related Terms

Container Security, Serverless Security, Cloud Native

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