Episode 71: Cloud Vulnerability Assessment Tools (Scout Suite, Prowler)
The move to the cloud has redefined how organizations think about security—and how analysts perform assessments. In this episode, we explore cloud-native vulnerability assessment tools like Scout Suite and Prowler, which are purpose-built for auditing cloud infrastructure and identifying misconfigurations, permission risks, and exposed services in platforms like AWS, Azure, and GCP.
You’ll learn what makes these tools different from traditional on-prem scanners, how they interface with cloud APIs, and how they map findings to frameworks like CIS Benchmarks and AWS Well-Architected principles. We’ll also discuss how cloud security posture management (CSPM) fits into continuous compliance and what kinds of risks are most frequently discovered in cloud environments. Whether you're preparing for cloud-related CySA+ questions or working in a hybrid enterprise, this episode builds your readiness to assess and secure cloud-native assets. Brought to you by BareMetalCyber.com
