Threats and strategies of securing the SaaS ecosystem

Abstract

The widespread adoption of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platforms has transformed global collaboration, enabling seamless workflows in academia, healthcare, and enterprises. However, this shift introduces complex security challenges, ranging from inadvertent human errors to sophisticated cyberattacks. This paper explores the evolving threat landscape, analyzes systemic vulnerabilities through real-world incidents, and proposes actionable strategies to balance productivity with robust security.