Intrusion Detection System Mechanisms in Cloud Computing: Techniques and Opportunities

Cloud computing has become a vital part of many organizations due to its ability to provide a resilient IT infrastructure over the internet without being the owner of such infrastructure. However, the organization faces many security issues while using cloud computing because it is a distributed and open infrastructure. Cloud computing is vulnerable to numerous cyber-attacks, and an Intrusion Detection System (IDS) is a widely recognized mechanism used to detect such threats. This article presents a description of the different security attacks associated with the cloud environment in addition to the other classifications and types of IDS. The article also discusses the challenges of intrusion detection systems in the cloud environment. This discussion is vital for building a strong cybersecurity posture, protecting sensitive data, and ensuring the integrity, availability, and confidentiality of cloud-based services and infrastructure.