Data encryption and data loss
prevention (DLP) solutions are two important components of a comprehensive data
security strategy. Data encryption involves converting data into a coded
language that can only be read by authorized users who have access to a
decryption key. Encryption is used to protect sensitive data from unauthorized
access or theft, both when data is in transit and when it is at rest. There are
several types of encryption, including symmetric encryption, where the same key
is used to encrypt and decrypt data, and asymmetric encryption, where different
keys are used for encryption and decryption.
Data loss prevention (DLP)
solutions are designed to prevent the unauthorized disclosure of sensitive
data, whether it is intentional or accidental. DLP solutions use a combination
of technologies, policies, and procedures to monitor and control access to
sensitive data. DLP solutions offered by organizations like Symantec, McAfee,
Forcepoint, Trend Micro, Cisco, Check Point and IBM, who are already our
partners, their solutions can be used to protect data at rest, in transit, or
in use. These solutions can be deployed on-premises or in the cloud, and can be
customized to meet the specific needs of each organization. Some of the key
features of DLP solutions include:
a.
Content-aware
scanning: DLP solutions can scan data in
real-time to identify and classify sensitive data based on predefined policies
and rules.
b.
Data
classification: DLP solutions can classify data
based on its sensitivity level and apply appropriate controls to protect it.
c.
Access
controls: DLP solutions can control access
to sensitive data based on user roles and permissions.
d.
Activity
monitoring: DLP solutions can monitor user
activity to detect and prevent unauthorized access or data exfiltration.
By implementing data encryption
and DLP solutions, organizations can protect sensitive data from unauthorized
access, theft, or accidental disclosure. These solutions are essential for
organizations that handle sensitive data, such as financial institutions,
healthcare providers, and government agencies.