In today’s digitally connected world, in which the volume and value of data is growing exponentially, its protection becomes not only a basic requirement, but also a necessity for sustainable growth and trust in companies and organizations. DLP (Data Loss Prevention) systems represent one of the foundations of a cyber security strategy, the main goal of which is to identify, monitor and protect data. The implementation of DLP is therefore not only related to technologies, but also to the protection of intellectual property, trade secrets or personal data, ensuring compliance with industry standards and legislative requirements such as GDPR, NIS2 or ZoKB, which place even higher demands on the protection of critical infrastructure and information systems , explains Vladimíra Teskováco-founder, co-owner and COO of a Czech technology company TeskaLabs.
Vladimíra Tesková
DLP solutions bring many benefits to companies and organizations. They enable a detailed overview of where sensitive data is located or how and by whom it is used. DLP systems are able to detect suspicious activities such as unauthorized access attempts, sharing sensitive data via e-mail or copying it to external media. This is essential for effective risk management and data leakage prevention. DLP programs help identify weaknesses in data handling methods and set effective data protection policies. In addition to preventing information leakage, DLP systems help organizations comply with legislative and regulatory requirements, which is especially important in a period of constantly changing and tightening legal standards.
The concept of DLP is to monitor, detect and block attempts to transfer sensitive data outside secure corporate boundaries. DLP systems make it possible to identify and classify sensitive information and set security policies that define how users can deal with this data. This is particularly important given the ever-increasing volume of data and its strategic importance for competitiveness and innovation in companies. DLP systems thus reduce the risk of reputational damage caused by the leakage of sensitive information. It also plays a significant role in increasing productivity and efficiency, as it enables the automation of data management processes and reduces the administrative burden.
In the context of large and complex IT environments, where it is necessary to respond to increasingly sophisticated threats, the integration of DLP with other security solutions, such as SIEM, also comes into play.
SIEM from TeskaLabs offers advanced analytical tools for real-time threat detection, event correlation and effective incident response. Integrating DLP into SIEM allows not only to expand the possibilities of data leakage detection and prevention, but also provides a more comprehensive view of the organization’s security situation. This increases the effectiveness of security measures, reduces the time needed to detect and resolve incidents, and thus ultimately protects not only data, but the overall integrity and reputation of the organization.
Of course, DLP is not a one-size-fits-all solution to all security challenges, but it is a key element of a progressive and multi-layered security strategy. Implementing DLP and integrating it with solutions like SIEM can give organizations the tools they need to protect their most valuable assets (data) and keep up with the ever-evolving cyber environment. Data protection thus becomes not only a matter of technology, but also of a strategic approach to risk management and sustainable development.
