Broadcom Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

Broadcom's DLP solution, marketed under the Symantec name, is a comprehensive data loss prevention tool designed to protect organizations from data breaches and misuse. Acquired by Broadcom in 2019, Symantec DLP is built upon four foundational pillars:

• Critical Data Protection: Safeguards sensitive and high-risk data from breaches or accidental misuse.
• Visibility and Control: Monitors data in the cloud, at endpoints, in storage, and during transmission, providing comprehensive visibility and control over data resources.
• Unified Policy Framework: Simplifies the identification and remediation of incidents across on-premises and cloud environments.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensures adherence to data security and privacy regulations, such as PCI-DSS and HIPAA.

Key Features

• Data Discovery and Monitoring:
  • Detects and monitors data movement across various environments, including cloud applications, storage, and endpoints.
  • Scans emails, local devices, and network traffic to identify and protect sensitive data.
  • Uses advanced content-aware detection technology to minimize false positives and negatives.
• Incident Response and Remediation:
  • Automated incident response features include User Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA) and integration with ServiceNow for streamlined issue resolution.
  • Enforces encryption and digital rights management for sensitive files.
• Data Classification and Policy Management:
  • Employs multiple data classification techniques such as indexed document matching, exact data matching, and sensitive imagery recognition.
  • Supports predefined policy templates and custom policy creation for data protection and compliance.
• Comprehensive Protection:
  • Protects data in transit, at rest, and during transmission.
  • Blocks unauthorized access and alerts users about policy violations, reducing the risk of data breaches.

Deployment Options

Broadcom's Symantec DLP can be deployed in various configurations to suit different organizational needs:

• Enhanced Security: By implementing robust authentication and access management policies, FortiAuthenticator helps protect against unauthorized access and potential security breaches.
• Improved User Experience: SSO and streamlined authentication processes reduce the complexity of accessing multiple systems, enhancing productivity.
• Centralized Management: Simplifies the administration of authentication and access policies through a single, centralized platform.