DLP or Data Loss Prevention encompasses a set of practices and tools designed to detect and prevent data breaches, avoiding the exfiltration of sensitive data either by intentional or unintentional misuse.
DLP enables companies to detect data loss, as well as prevent the illicit transfer of data outside the organization and the unwanted destruction of sensitive or personally identifiable data. It is also used to help organizations with data security and ensure they comply with regulations such as CCPA, GDPR, HIPAA or PCI-DSS.
DLP enables companies:
- Identify sensitive information across multiple on-premises and cloud-based systems.
- Avoid accidental data exposure.
- Monitor and protect data.
- Ensure regulatory compliance.
