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VMGroup provides Cloud Account and SaaS Forensics to help organisations investigate, remediate, and harden their cloud environments. We deliver tailored playbooks for Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Azure, AWS, and collaboration platforms, correlating identity, API, and storage events to detect and respond to unauthorised activity.
What is Cloud Account & SaaS Forensics?
Cloud Account & SaaS Forensics focuses on investigating suspicious activity and misconfigurations in cloud environments while balancing security value with regulatory compliance. Our approach includes:
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Correlation of identity, API, and storage events across cloud platforms
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Detection of unauthorised access, privilege escalation, and rogue applications
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Pragmatic guidance on log retention, minimising personal data processing while maximising security insight
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Recommendations aligned with GDPR, DPA 2018, and DPC expectations for regulatory defensibility
When is Cloud & SaaS Forensics typically required?
This service is commonly engaged for:
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OAuth token abuse or rogue app consent incidents
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Suspicious data access in SharePoint, OneDrive, Google Drive, or S3
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Privilege escalation or misconfiguration in Azure AD / Entra ID
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Investigations requiring regulatory-compliant evidence capture and reporting
What deliverables does VMGroup provide?
Clients typically receive:
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Unified cloud access timeline and catalogue of Indicators of Compromise (IOCs)
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Misconfiguration findings with practical remediation steps
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Monitoring and security enhancements, including guidance on log sources, retention, and alerting
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Evidence and reports suitable for internal governance, audit, or DPC review
Why choose VMGroup for Cloud Account & SaaS Forensics?
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Expertise across Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Azure, AWS, and collaboration platforms
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Investigation and remediation guidance aligned with Irish & UK regulatory frameworks
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Focus on balancing security, compliance, and data minimisation
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Actionable recommendations for hardening accounts, detecting rogue applications, and preventing privilege abuse
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Evidence documentation suitable for regulatory, legal, or insurance purposes