Precision Meets Intelligence: How GTB’s Hybrid Detection Model Delivers Data Security That Works Executive Summary Even today, with all the advanced technology, there’s still a need to protect sensitive data across the cloud, endpoint, SaaS, and hybrid environments. Most Data Loss Prevention (DLP) / Data Security vendors offer enterprises a [...]
Complying with Amazon’s DPP: Why You Need Real DLP, Not Just Alerts How to Use DLP to Comply with Amazon’s Data Protection Policy (DPP) with GTB Technologies® If you’re a seller, developer, or logistics provider handling Amazon customer data, you’ve likely encountered Amazon’s Data Protection Policy (DPP). And if you haven’t, [...]
GTB: The Data-Centric Control Point Enterprises Need In today’s hybrid environments, control has become fragmented. Security decisions are scattered across identity platforms, CASBs, cloud-native tools, and endpoint agents—each offering partial visibility, inconsistent enforcement, and plenty of false positives. But data is the common denominator. It flows across every identity, every [...]
Eliminating Triage: The GTB Technologies® Approach to Accurate Data Loss Prevention Executive Summary In today’s threat landscape, most data loss prevention (DLP) systems are burdened by imprecision, triggering floods of false positives and necessitating human triage layers. This model is inefficient, costly, and error-prone. GTB Technologies’ DLP that Workstm suite changes [...]
Stop Data Exfiltration Risk with GTB Technologies® Don’t Let Your Data Walk Out the Door Data exfiltration is one of the most serious threats facing organizations today. Whether it’s caused by malicious insiders, phishing attacks, or simple human error, the results are the same—loss of IP, regulatory fines, and [...]
The Hidden Threat: Addressing Security Holes in IRM and DRM Encryption Information rights management (IRM), also known as digital rights management (DRM), and encryption are not all they’re cracked up to be, and organizations need to account for their well-known unintended security vulnerabilities. They have been developed to manage access [...]
GTB Technologies®: Celebrating Our Recognition as a Leader in Data Loss Prevention (DLP) GTB Technologies® is proud to announce that Expert Insights has named us one of the Top 10 Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Software Providers. This recognition reflects our unwavering commitment to delivering industry-leading solutions that safeguard sensitive data [...]
GTB Data Security That Works® A Deep Dive into DSPM In an era where data breaches are becoming alarmingly common, organizations must prioritize robust data security measures. Enter Data Security Posture Management (DSPM)—an essential framework for maintaining that data security practices are not just in place but are effective and [...]
Safeguarding Intellectual Property with Data Security That Works® The Power of Real-Time Code Detection In today’s digital landscape, intellectual property (IP) is one of the most valuable assets a company can possess. From groundbreaking software algorithms to innovative design codes, protecting this IP from unauthorized access and potential theft is [...]
The Importance of Data Loss Prevention (DLP) in Banking: A Wake-Up Call for Customers Today with data breaches and cyber threats increasing, financial institutions are stepping up their game to protect sensitive information. Recently, banks have started informing their customers that if they do not have a Data Loss Prevention [...]
Unleashing Precision: How GTB’s Data Security that Works® Platform Transforms Insider Risk Management The accuracy of data security detection software is crucial when it comes to managing insider risk. Insider risk refers to threats posed by individuals within an organization, such as employees, contractors, or business partners, who have access [...]
Navigating the Complexities of Securing Unstructured Data Challenges in Securing Unstructured Data Unstructured data, encompassing emails, documents, multimedia files, and more, poses unique security risks due to its decentralized nature and varied formats. Traditional security approaches often struggle to monitor and safeguard this data effectively, leaving organizations vulnerable to data [...]
AI’s Impact on Cybersecurity: Unintended Consequences The Double-Edged Sword of AI in Cybersecurity Artificial Intelligence (AI) has revolutionized many aspects of our digital world, bringing unprecedented advancements in automation, data analysis, and threat detection. However, like any powerful tool, AI also has a dark side, particularly in the realm of [...]
Unveiling the Flaws in Data Loss Prevention: Rethinking Data Security with GTB’s Data Security that Works® Solution In today’s digital age, safeguarding sensitive information is non-negotiable. With the escalating cyber threats, organizations are turning to Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solutions to fortify their defenses. These solutions promise to shield against [...]
Crafting a Comprehensive Data Security Approach for Generative AI As organizations increasingly leverage Generative AI, particularly large language models, data security becomes paramount. Traditional approaches such as the use of outdated traditional Data Loss Prevention (DLP) are no longer sufficient on their own. We at GTB propose a comprehensive strategy [...]
What is the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification CMMC? Understanding CMMC and Enhancing Cybersecurity with GTB’s Data Security that Works® Currently, the ability to guarantee strong cybersecurity measures is paramount, particularly for organizations handling sensitive information, especially those operating within the defense industrial base (DIB). The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) [...]
Why Data Labeling and Tagging Isn’t Always Necessary for Achieving Zero Trust In the realm of cybersecurity, the concept of Zero Trust has gained significant traction in recent years. Zero Trust is a security model based on the principle of “never trust, always verify,” meaning that no entity, whether in [...]
Navigating the Intersection of Generative AI and Healthcare Data Protection: Insights and Strategies Today, the healthcare industry faces a multitude of challenges when it comes to protecting sensitive patient data (PHI). With the emergence of generative AI technologies like ChatGPT, the landscape of data protection has become even more complex. [...]
Why Gartner’s Voice of the Customer Can Be Misleading: A Comparison with GTB Technologies In the tech industry, staying informed about the latest trends and innovations is paramount. Many businesses rely on sources like Gartner’s Voice of the Customer (VoC) to guide their decisions. However, while Gartner’s insights are valuable, [...]
Navigating the Waters: Implementing Data Security Governance Across Enterprise Divisions In an era where data is king, enterprises face the monumental task of safeguarding sensitive information against an ever-growing array of cyber threats. Implementing robust Data Security Governance (DSG) is not just a necessity; it’s a strategic imperative for [...]
Unmasking Unstructured Data Security: The Challenge of Inaccurate Classification Labels In the realm of data security, unstructured data poses a significant challenge. As organizations strive to fortify their defenses against potential threats, the implementation of data classification tools has become a common strategy. However, a critical issue arises when [...]
The Vanishing Act:Gartner Magic Quadrant forEnterprise Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Since Feb 2017 A Skeptical Perspective – an Opinion In the realm of cybersecurity, the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Enterprise Data Loss Prevention (DLP) has long been considered a compass for businesses navigating the ever-changing landscape of data protection. So: [...]
Navigating the Future:A Guide for Security and Risk Management (SRM) Leaders on NIS 2 Directive Complianceas your Guide In an era where digitalization is the norm, maintaining the security of networks and information systems has become paramount. The European Union’s revised Directive on Security of Network and Information Systems, commonly [...]
Mastering Data Protection: Halting Data Loss by Addressing Employee Behavior with GTB Data Security Solutions that Workstm as your Guide In the era of digital vulnerabilities, data loss poses a significant threat to organizations. Embark on a journey with GTB Data Security Solutions as your guide, discovering the essential steps [...]
Safeguarding Data: The Top Use Cases for an Advanced DLP Strategy with GTB’s DLP that Workstm In today’s digital age, businesses face an increasing challenge of safeguarding sensitive data against evolving cyber threats. An advanced Data Loss Prevention (DLP) strategy is becoming essential to protect organizations from data breaches, comply [...]
Mastering Domain-Specific Generative AI: Protecting Sensitive Data with DLP Domain Specific Generative AI refers to the use of generative models, which are capable of creating new content, within a specific domain or field of expertise. These models are trained on data from that particular domain, enabling them to generate content [...]
Strengthening Cloud Data Security withData Loss Prevention (DLP) In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, cloud computing has emerged as a cornerstone of modern business operations. As organizations increasingly adopt cloud services to enhance efficiency, scalability, and collaboration, the importance of robust cloud data security cannot be overstated. Recent news highlights [...]
The GTB Data Protection Platform’s Role inInsider Threat Defense, Risk-informed Choices, Malicious Data Exfiltration Prevention, and Compliance In the dynamic realm of cybersecurity, businesses encounter multifaceted challenges in upholding the integrity of their sensitive information against insider threats, meeting regulatory standards, and empowering staff to make judicious choices. The GTB [...]
Beyond the Hype: Unveiling the Limitations of Marketing Reports in Assessing Solution Value In the realm of technology, marketing reports such as Market Magic Quadrants, Radar charts, and similar visual assessments often serve as eye-catching tools that promise to guide decision-makers toward optimal solutions. However, it’s crucial to recognize that [...]
How inaccurate is machine learning? Machine Learning is Very inaccurate The accuracy of machine learning models can vary depending on various factors such as the quality and quantity of training data, the complexity of the problem being solved, the algorithm used, and the tuning of hyperparameters. In general, machine learning [...]
What is the Achilles Heel of DLP & Data Discovery Solutions? Answer: The detection accuracy A virtual zero false positive rate is found to be key to the success of Data Loss Prevention (DLP) systems for several reasons: Data protection: DLP systems are designed to identify and prevent the unauthorized [...]
HELP! I need to find my Data before I can secure it! REALLY? Do I need to first Classify? Many analysts and some DLP vendors are touting their Data discovery capabilities and promote the notion that one must first Discover and Classify the data before such data can be secured. [...]
The GLBA Overhaul: What you Need to Know New FTC data requirements are coming into effect by year’s end. The changes are expected to have a major impact across industries, including those outside the financial sector. In late 2021, the Federal Trade Commission made amendments to the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA) [...]
The Defense Department certification program known as Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification, or CMMC, is currently in the final rollout stages. The CMMC’s official site describes the protocols as a “comprehensive framework to protect the defense industrial base” from increasingly common cyber threats. The certification granted by the Pentagon [...]
Industry thought leader Gartner recently published its July 2022 Market Guide for Data Loss Prevention (DLP)[i]. In the thirteen-page report, Gartner laid out the most pressing needs of business networks, the data security challenges they face, and the most effective solutions. Problematic Trends The researchers first turned to the more [...]
Fighting business email compromise (BEC) has become one of the top challenges for enterprise security professionals. The cost of falling victim to BEC incidents has been on a sharp uptick for years, with hackers discovering more and more exploits in an increasingly vulnerable domain. This pattern began to be noticed [...]
Extended detection and response or “XDR”, a new, and much lauded approach to threat detection and response. According to its proponents, XDR provides holistic protection against cyberattacks, unauthorized access, and general misuse of data. The capabilities touted by XDR supporters are indeed impressive. With this model, security teams can identify [...]
Protecting PII is Still a Problem Protecting PII is one of the central challenges for today’s enterprises. Firms large and small invest heavily in security budgets to ensure their networks are well protected and data remains intact. But before organizations can protect their sensitive data, they need to be able to [...]
With digital advancement, data privacy and protection is crucial. Comprehensive data protection strategies are effective when businesses have complete visibility and transparency into data. Enhancing data privacy accuracy is critical for improving your organization’s overall security posture. Many organizations are unable to accurately detect sensitive data when on-premise or syncing [...]
As IT tools become more complex and all-encompassing, the gaps in DLP are increasing [...]
In shocking findings, the majority of cybersecurity professionals admit they are not confident in their ability to prevent data loss. [...]
In shocking findings, the majority of cybersecurity professionals admit they are not confident in their ability to prevent data loss. [...]
User Behavior Analytics, or UBA, is one of the most important developments in digital data protection to emerge in the past several years. UBA is an advanced cybersecurity process designed to detect insider threats, primarily those connected to targeted attacks, financial fraud, and especially data exfiltration. By analyzing regular patterns [...]
Gain Control of Your Unstructured Data On-Premises and in the Cloud When it comes to data security, enterprises face a major challenge when it comes to preventing data loss. The nature of administering a large firm today means sharing information across a wide spectrum of users, spread out across [...]
What is Software-defined perimeter and Zero Trust? In the digital age, experts are constantly on the search for the best model of information security. While most improvements constitute tweaks or upgrades to existing paradigms, some designs have required a complete break with the past. Two models, in particular, exemplify this. [...]
Badmouthing Data Loss Prevention (DLP) is Fashionable Is DLP Really Dead? I recently came across several digital security vendor sites who describe themselves as a “DLP alternative.” Perusing through their pages, I came across comments such as “DLP is hard to deploy”, “DLP is hard to maintain” and [...]
The false promise of blanket encryption Why data needs to be inspected before its put under lock and key With cyber-attacks on the rise and compliance with regulatory regimes like HIPAA and GDPR becoming more urgent, businesses have been turning to encryption as a catch-all tactic to assure IP and [...]
From Gartner Peer Insights Previous Next More 5 Star Gartner Peer Insights Gartner Magic Quadrant for Enterprise Data Loss Prevention (DLP) 2023, 2022, 2022, 2021, 2020, or 2019 Where is it? It’s 2023, so where is the latest Magic Quadrant for Enterprise Data Loss Prevention (DLP)? It turns out that [...]
When knowledge is the best defense Cybersecurity education with data loss prevention technologies can help stop the insider threat There was a time when the average CSO’s top priority was to build a fortified wall around the company network. Lock hackers out, hold data in. Patch and reinforce continuously to [...]
Data Security & Source Code Protection As far as sensitive data goes, few pieces of information rank higher then program source code. Source code is highly sensitive proprietary information, making up the program instructions for any application in their original form. The More Sensitive, the Bigger the Risk For years, [...]
The shift to the cloud. It’s one of the IT world’s fastest growing trends. Cloud storage has brought about a revolution in data management, allowing enterprises to store and process large quantities of data without dealing with the costs and maintenance of on-site hardware. More importantly, the cloud has [...]
Zero Trust Data Protection Out with the Old Conventional security models, those based on firewalls, IDS, and the like, operate on the outdated assumption that “everything on the inside of an organization’s network can be trusted”. The contemporary threat landscape facing IT has shown that this is simply [...]
PageUp and the 3rd Party Liability Problem 3rd Party Liabilities The tech world was thrown into frenzy over the recent hack of international HR service provider PageUp. In late June, chief executives reported “unusual activity” in its IT infrastructure. An investigation was launched and emergency notifications were distributed to [...]
Equifax Submits Additional Statements to Congress Regarding the Incident Equifax submitted a statement to congressional committees to supplement the company’s responses regarding the extent of the incident impacting U.S. consumers. “As announced on September 7, 2017, the information stolen by the attackers primarily included: “As a result of its analysis of the [...]
Insider & Outsider Threats in Today’s Digital Age What is the value of trust? How much do you trust the security of your business in today’s’ digital age? Would you know if an attacker breached your infrastructure and sent out sensitive data? Would you know if a [...]
Continuous Risk and Trust Assessment Approach The industry standards in information security have been undergoing dramatic changes over the past several years. So what is the Continuous Risk and Trust Assessment Approach? The paradigm of network security monitoring has firmly shifted from a rigid, concretized approach, to one the focuses [...]
The Failings of Blanket Encryption As the rate and severity of data breaches increase, industry leaders in the IT sector have sought more all-encompassing measures to safeguard sensitive information stored on company systems. Many have identified the lack of blanket encryption for company files to be the primary cause of [...]
Insider Threats, preventing data exfiltration The digital economy is undergoing remarkable transformation and security is being compelled to evolve as organizations embrace services that are more dynamic in nature. The things organizations do to grow, innovate, and drive performance change the cyber risk landscape every day. Business leaders today are [...]
Using a Zero Trust Approach towards Data Protection and Data Exfiltration Prevention What is Zero Trust Security? Face it, traditional network perimeter security (firewalls, IDS, and the like) have failed. Add into the mix the growth of cloud services (both sanctioned and unsanctioned) and you have a big problem. Zero [...]
What are the Data Protection Officer’s Tasks defined under EU GDPR? Article 39 Tasks of the Data Protection Officer (DPO) The data protection officer shall have at least the following tasks: (a) to inform and advise the controller or the processor and the employees who carry out processing of their [...]
MSPs who take advantage of intelligent cloud-based and on-premises data protection security are better able to protect their clients from the constantly evolving, never ending environment of insider and outsider threats. Some of the necessary data protection security features and facets for true Data Protection include: Preventing data exfiltration from [...]
HIPAA Privacy, Security, and Breach Notification Audit Program OCR senior advisor Linda Sanches said at the recent HIMSS and Healthcare IT News Privacy & Security Forum “We will be conducting a small number of on-site audits in 2017,” Sanches added. [1] What is the OCR Audit Phase 2?[2] [...]
Free Healthcare Data Risk & Audit Preparedness Assessment Can you meet all those compliance & regulatory requirements? Do understand your HIPAA Risk? Risk Analysis is the first step in an organization’s Security Rule compliance effort. Risk Management is a requirement. GTB’s Healthcare Data Risk Assessment allows an organization to conduct an accurate [...]