Data loss prevention technology

In this guide learn about the basics of data loss prevention technology and data loss threats. Find out how to build a security system to detect and prevent malicious hacker activity with data loss prevention (DLP) technology, software and products.

May 26, 2021 26 May'21
Rowhammer reach extended for new attack method

Google researchers discovered a bit-flipping hardware trick can now be carried out across extra rows of transistors, circumventing protections against the attack technique.
March 02, 2021 02 Mar'21
Arcserve UDP 8.0 update focuses on ransomware protection

After its latest update, Arcserve's flagship data protection software has integrated Sophos security and supports AWS S3 Object Lock to make backups immutable.
July 23, 2020 23 Jul'20
Microsoft unveils new DLP, 'Double Key Encryption' offerings

Microsoft revealed new security products and features this week, including an Endpoint Data Loss Prevention product as well as "Double Key Encryption" for Microsoft 365.
July 30, 2019 30 Jul'19
Carbonite CEO joins IDG, interim CEO steps in

Former Carbonite CEO Mohamad Ali joined tech media company International Data Group as Steve Munford stepped in to become interim CEO.

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How to get started with security chaos engineering

Introducing security chaos engineering: the latest methodology security teams can implement to proactively discover vulnerabilities or weaknesses in a company's system. Continue Reading
Data loss prevention quiz: Test your training on DLP features

Data loss prevention tools can help infosec manage insider threat, shadow IT and compliance initiatives. Test your know-how with this DLP quiz. Continue Reading
data loss prevention (DLP)

Data loss prevention (DLP) -- sometimes referred to as data leak prevention, information loss prevention and extrusion prevention -- is a strategy for preventing individuals from accessing sensitive information who do not need it. Continue Reading

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12 essential features of advanced endpoint security tools

In addition to protecting an organization's endpoints from threats, IT administrators can use endpoint security tools to monitor operation functions and DLP strategies. Continue Reading
Endpoint security strategy: Focus on endpoints, apps or both?

Companies know how to secure traditional endpoints, but what about mobile devices outside the network? They should decide if they want to protect devices, apps or both. Continue Reading
Ransomware attack case study: Recovery can be painful

Even with full backups and no permanent data loss, recovering from ransomware can be expensive and painful, as evidenced in this ransomware attack case study. Continue Reading

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Companies must train their SOC teams well to prevent breaches

SOC teams can have all the latest and greatest cybersecurity tools, but unless they have the proper training, it won't be enough to mitigate an attack. Continue Reading
Utilizing existing tech to achieve zero-trust security

A zero-trust security model can immediately be used to address current gaps and provide a secure foundation for managing risk going forward, from both internal and external threats. Continue Reading
How security teams can prepare for advanced persistent threats

Daniel Clayton explains how any organization can devise its cybersecurity strategy to account for advanced persistent threats, which have started changing the threat landscape. Continue Reading

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Use immutable backups to prevent data loss, boost compliance

Immutable backups have gained traction with the rise in ransomware attacks. However, there are different approaches to immutability and external factors that come in to play. Continue Reading
Learn how to mitigate container security issues

The more companies embrace application containerization, the more they need to know about container security issues and attack prevention methods. Continue Reading
Adopting containers and preventing container security risks

When it comes to container security risks, organizations often worry about container escapes, but as expert Liz Rice explains, they should focus on prevention and patching. Continue Reading