GEC NEWS WIREeHDF awarded the highest Gold rating for delivering secure cloud services after a rigorous audit process by British Standards Institution
eHosting DataFort (eHDF) has become the first company in the Middle East to achieve Cloud Security Alliance’s Security, Trust & Assurance Registry (CSA STAR) certification. After undergoing a rigorous audit process conducted by British Standards Institution (BSI) to measure the company’s security capability levels, eHDF was awarded the Gold rating, which is the highest rating that can be awarded to any cloud services provider (CSP).
Speaking on this achievement, Yasser Zeineldin, CEO, eHosting DataFort said, “CSA STAR Certification is a rigorous assessment by a CSA-recognized independent body and provides customers with a benchmark to make informed decisions on cloud services. Achieving the coveted certification shows eHDF’s leadership and commitment to delivering professional and secure cloud services through world-class best practices.”
‘I applaud eHDF for leading by example as the first company in the Middle East to become CSA STAR certified; this is a fantastic achievement.CCM provides organizations with the needed structure, detail and clarity relating to information security tailored to cloud computing,’ said Ahmad Al Khatib, General Manager, Assurance for BSI Middle East and Africa.
