Frost Radar Cloud Security Posture Management 2025

This technical report presents an analysis of the Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) landscape for 2025, authored by Anh Tien Vu with contributions from Jarad Carleton. It outlines the strategic imperative for CSPM in the context of rapid cloud adoption and the evolving security needs of organizations. The report details the inadequacies of traditional security models in addressing the complexities of cloud-native environments and emphasizes the necessity for real-time safeguarding of cloud infrastructure. It discusses the projected growth trajectory of the CSPM market, expected to rise from $2.82 billion in 2025 to $6.96 billion by 2030, driven by the demand for enhanced visibility and compliance. The report also highlights the challenges faced by organizations in adopting CSPM solutions, including tool sprawl and the need for integration within existing workflows. Furthermore, it addresses the shift towards continuous risk management and proactive workload security, indicating a transformation in CSPM's role within broader cloud security frameworks.