How to Evaluate Data Security Software

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Software for protecting data can help safeguard sensitive information of companies against unauthorised access, breaches, and potential cyberattacks. The software is designed to safeguard against external and internal threats, these tools also aid in compliance with regulations and reduce the risk of human error–the primary reason for many data breaches. They accomplish this by implementing processes like masking, encryption, sensitive data detection, and backups.

A tool for cyber defense such as ESET, for example provides multi-layered security to protect against malware threats and ensures GDPR compliance by providing features such as endpoint monitoring. Additionally, a loss prevention software like Code42 lets security, IT and compliance professionals to back up user data to the cloud or on the premises for quick recovery and regulatory compliance. It also protects users from insider threats and automates threat detection monitoring the file activity across all devices, and controlling access to sensitive data.

HashiCorp Vault is another leading data security tool that offers dynamic management of secrets to minimize the risk that come with static credentials. It also identifies and prioritizes vulnerabilities, allowing organizations to quickly assess and fix weaknesses. A vulnerability assessment tool such as IBM Security Guardium Insights, on the other hand, conducts a thorough examination of your entire data infrastructure while identifying and categorizing risks.

While evaluating your options, be sure to take into account the product’s capacity, integrations, usability, and training resources. Select a vendor that offers an pricing plan that will fit your budget. For instance some providers provide subscription-based plans, while others charge a flat cost based on the number of users or devices that are protected.