NIST Special Publication 800-144

Citation
NIST, Guidelines on Security and Privacy in Public Cloud Computing (NIST Special Publication 800-144) (Jan. 28, 2011) (full-text).

Overview
The purpose of this publication is to provide an overview of public cloud computing and the security and privacy challenges involved. The document discusses the threats, technology risks, and safeguards for public cloud environments, and provides the insight needed to make informed information technology decisions on their treatment.

The intended audience for this publication includes the following categories of individuals:


 * System managers, executives, and information officers making decisions about cloud computing initiatives
 * Security professionals, including security officers, security administrators, auditors, and others with responsibility for information technology security
 * Information technology program managers concerned with security and privacy measures for cloud computing
 * System and network administrators
 * Users of public cloud computing services.