Data Loss Prevention
Data Loss Prevention (DLP) is a strategy used by organizations to ensure that sensitive or critical information does not leave the corporate network. This can include customer data, intellectual property, and any confidential information. DLP technologies help monitor and control data flow, ensuring that data is used and shared securely.
Types of DLP
There are three main types of DLP solutions:
- Network DLP: This type monitors data in motion across the network. It checks emails, instant messages, and other forms of communication to ensure sensitive data is not being sent outside the organization without proper authorization.
- Endpoint DLP: This type focuses on data at endpoints such as laptops, desktops, and other devices. It helps control data transfer through USB drives, CDs, and other external devices.
- Cloud DLP: With the growing use of cloud services, cloud DLP solutions monitor and protect data stored in cloud applications and services...
