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FAQ: Nemertes Issue Paper: Virtualization Risk Analysis

What kind of research is this?

Nemertes’ Issue Paper is a research deliverable that examines a specific technical or business problem that we have identified through our primary research.

What is Server Virtualization?

Server Virtualization is a technology that creates an abstraction layer between a physical resource and several logical instances of that resource.

Essentially, it is a technology that allows multiple operating system images to run on a single server. 

Are you saying the hypervisor security threats are irrelevant?

No, we are saying that the risk related to hypervisor compromise is relatively lesser than the risks inherent in the organizational and architectural changes that occur in larger deployments of virtualization.

Where did the data sources come from?

We relied on a handful of key sources for our data including research benchmark studies on Data Centers, Security and Information Protection.

Who conducted the research?

The Issue Paper is the work of Nemertes analysts. Nemertes has the sole rights to the paper and can license distribution to interested clients should they desire.

Who is Nemertes Research?

Nemertes Research [1] is a research advisory firm that specializes in assessing the business value of emerging technologies. 

How does Nemertes fund its research?

Nemertes’ research initiatives are conducted independently and funded by the company’s general funds. Nemertes’ generates revenues by providing advice to a client base of enterprise IT departments, vendors and investors.

 

 

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