Explore cloud application security in this 34-minute CNCF conference talk. Learn about the unique security challenges of cloud-based services and how to proactively address potential threats. Discover three essential security patterns for preventing malicious attacks, protecting sensitive data, and managing authorized access. Gain insights into the Gatekeeper, Valky, and Federated Identity patterns, as well as multi-factor authentication and threat modeling techniques. Understand the shared responsibility model in cloud security and learn how to reduce your application's attack surface. This talk, presented at KCD Africa 2022, provides valuable knowledge for designing robust and secure cloud applications in today's interconnected digital landscape.