The Cloud Security Alliance (CSA) is a global nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting best practices for securing cloud computing environments and providing education on cloud security to organizations and individuals across all industries. CSA brings together experts from industry, government, and academia to produce research, guidance, and frameworks-most notably the Cloud Controls Matrix (CCM), which serves as a comprehensive cybersecurity control framework for cloud services. The CSA also offers certifications, such as the STAR (Security Trust Assurance and Risk) program, which provides varying levels of assurance through self-assessment, third-party attestation, and certification, helping organizations demonstrate their commitment to cloud security and compliance. Through its working groups, educational initiatives, and widely adopted standards, the CSA plays a critical role in building trust and advancing security in the rapidly evolving cloud ecosystem.
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