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CSA STAR and Cloud Controls Matrix Compliance

Cloud Security Alliance CSA STAR and CCM v4 hub — 17 domains and 197 controls, STAR Level 1 vs Level 2, CAIQ.

Published: September 2026 Compliance · CSA CCM / STAR 8–12 min read

This hub covers the Cloud Security Alliance Cloud Controls Matrix (CCM) and STAR programme. It is not the same thing as CyberSilo CSA (Compliance Standards Automation).

Related: CCM v4 · STAR levels · CAIQ v4 · CyberSilo CSA product.

Naming: CyberSilo CSA means CyberSilo’s Compliance Standards Automation product. CSA CCM / CSA STAR refer to the Cloud Security Alliance Cloud Controls Matrix and Security Trust Assurance and Risk programme.

Guide Hub

Why Cloud Providers Use CCM / STAR

CCM gives a cloud-specific control catalogue customers recognise. STAR packages assurance (self-assessment or third-party) so procurement teams can compare providers without inventing a private questionnaire every time.

How CyberSilo Helps

Map CCM Controls into Living Evidence

Use CyberSilo CSA (product) to track CCM control status alongside ThreatHawk monitoring proof.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is CyberSilo CSA the same as CSA STAR?

No. CyberSilo CSA is Compliance Standards Automation. CSA CCM / CSA STAR are Cloud Security Alliance frameworks.

What is CCM v4’s size?

CCM v4 is commonly cited as 17 domains and 197 controls — confirm against the current Alliance publication for your assessment.

What is STAR Level 1?

Level 1 is self-assessment (typically via CAIQ). Level 2 involves third-party certification/attestation pathways.

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