Protect digital assets with DLP (Data Loss Prevention)

Understanding Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

Data Loss Prevention (DLP) refers to technologies and strategies designed to protect sensitive data by performing content inspection and contextual analysis across messaging apps, networks, endpoints, and storage. DLP ensures that critical information doesn’t end up in the wrong hands, whether accidentally or maliciously.

Why Data Loss Prevention Matters

1. Protect Your Brand: A data breach can severely damage an organization’s reputation. When data is exposed or misused, customers and partners lose trust, which can result in contract terminations and a long, costly journey to restore brand credibility.

2. Ensure Compliance: Organizations must adhere to various data protection regulations such as GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, and local laws like Kenya’s Data Protection Act to avoid fines and legal repercussions.

3. Safeguard Proprietary Information: Proprietary data, including business plans, source code, and customer information, is the backbone of any business. Unauthorized access or leaks can compromise competitive advantage and operational security.

Steps to Achieve Effective DLP

• Identify Sensitive Data: Discover where sensitive data resides and who has access to it. This is critical for understanding and mitigating risks.

• Monitor Data Leaks: Regularly check for data misappropriation, misplaced files, or unauthorized access points within the organization.

• Protect Data in Motion: Ensure all data transferred via emails or across networks is secure to prevent interception.

• Secure Data at Rest: Protect stored data on servers and cloud storage from unauthorized access or data mining malware.

• Guard Data in Use: Monitor interactions with active data, such as copying, printing, or screen captures, to prevent unauthorized usage.

Best Practices for DLP

1. Educate Employees: Train staff on how to handle sensitive data and recognize potential security threats.

2. Establish Data Policies: Clear guidelines help employees understand how to manage data securely, reducing the risk of violations.

3. Classify Data: Create a classification system that identifies data based on its sensitivity and associated risks.

4. Implement DLP Solutions: Automate data protection with a DLP solution that enforces policies, blocks unauthorized data transfers, and alerts administrators.

5. Use Companion Tools: Combine DLP with endpoint, email, and cloud security solutions to enhance overall protection.

DLP Solutions We Offer

1. Symantec Data Loss Prevention

• DLP Endpoint Discover/Prevent

• DLP Network Discover/Protect/Monitor

• DLP Sensitive Image Recognition

2. Trend Micro Data Loss Prevention

• Data identifier and file type recognition

• Device control and privacy protection

• Multiple matching engines for data detection

3. Netskope Data Loss Protection

• Deep visibility of data

• Prevents unauthorized data movement

• Real-time user coaching on safe behavior

4. Sophos Data Loss Protection

• Integrated with Sophos endpoint and mail solutions

• Simplified compliance and flexible policy configuration

Partner with Ariel Technology to access world-class DLP solutions tailored to your business needs. Contact us for a demo or proof of concept and let us help you secure your critical data today.

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