The Ultimate Guide to Data Loss Prevention
A curated Australian edition of TechDay news, analysis, interviews, reviews, job moves, and related resources for Data Loss Prevention (DLP).
What to know about Data Loss Prevention
Data Loss Prevention (DLP) is a critical area of cybersecurity focused on protecting sensitive information from unauthorized access, leakage, or theft. It encompasses strategies and technologies aimed at preventing data breaches both from external cyberattacks and internal insider threats.
Recent developments highlight the growing complexity and importance of DLP across various sectors including healthcare, construction, financial services, and remote working environments. Advances in cloud security, AI risk mitigation, insider threat management, and integration with secure access service edge (SASE) platforms are shaping how organizations safeguard their data today.
By exploring the stories tagged with Data Loss Prevention in our blog, readers can gain insights into the latest tools, strategies, and real-world case studies that demonstrate how companies are tackling data protection challenges. Topics such as the impact of generative AI on data security, cloud-native DLP solutions, insider risk mitigation, and regulatory compliance are explored to help organizations develop a comprehensive, data-centric security posture.
Australian Data Loss Prevention News
Regional stories with direct local relevance
Proofpoint extends controls into Claude Enterprise
Organisations using AI assistants face growing compliance risk as Proofpoint folds Claude activity into existing data loss prevention and governance controls.
Experts warn passwords no longer sufficient in AI era
Australian firms are being urged to adopt passwordless logins as AI tools and data leakage make stolen credentials easier to exploit.
Vocus & Fortinet launch Secure Shield for AI oversight
It aims to curb staff data leaks into public AI tools by giving Australian employers visibility and controls over what workers share.
From reseller to risk advisor: What the shift means for your email and hosting conversations
Australian MSPs risk losing margin as email renewals become security-led advisory talks that clients are willing to pay a premium for.
World Backup Day warns firms on data recovery gaps
Many firms still fail recovery tests, leaving cyber attacks or outages able to halt services and expose critical data.
Assetsaas.io uses Check Point to fix email deliverability
Improved inbox placement has become a sales hook for the Melbourne managed services provider after misconfigured emails caused bounces and poor reputation.
Analyst Insights
Research and market analysis connected to Data Loss Prevention
Survey finds organisations struggle to secure unstructured data
SentinelOne unveils new AI security tools for agents
Versa unveils AI edge, secure browser & inbound SSE push
Keeper unveils KeeperDB to tighten database access
Island unveils secure browser platform for enterprise AI
Featured News
Netskope's Tony Burnside - visibility is key to AI security
AI tools are creating hidden east-west traffic that security teams struggle to monitor, raising the risk of data leakage and compromise.
'Human Risk' takes centre stage - Mimecast CEO
Mimecast chief warns human risk is now cybersecurity's 'eighth layer' as malicious insiders overtake negligence in Australian attacks.
Expert Columns
The Death of the Firewall
Why 'strong passwords' can't save you from AI
From reseller to risk advisor: What the shift means for your email and hosting conversations
Mythos changes everything: Is your AI agent security ready?
From DSPM to data protection: Closing the last mile on sensitive data in the era of AI
World Backup Day warns firms on data recovery gaps
Closing the visibility gap in board-level cyber risk
Beyond compliance: Building Salesforce resilience for APRA CPS 230
Australia's critical infrastructure faces new wave of cyber threats
Why better data management is crucial for Australian Organisations facing cyber breaches
Interviews
Interviews and video coverage from the networkRecent Data Loss Prevention News
Australian firms urged to rethink backup amid cyber risk
Only 42% of Australian organisations back up all workloads, leaving many exposed when ransomware or hardware failures hit.
Ingram Micro warns MSPs on AI-era information risks
Ingram Micro warns MSPs that generative AI is shifting cyber risk to the information layer, demanding new focus on data use and governance.
Malicious insider threats outpace negligence in Australia
Malicious insider threats now outpace negligence in Australia, as Mimecast warns rising AI-fuelled attacks are testing outdated security models.
Weak data practices waste AUD $154bn in global AI spend
Weak data governance is squandering an estimated $154bn of global AI investment each year, Hitachi Vantara warns in new research.
AI and data breaches force new approach to privacy
Rising data breaches and rapid AI adoption are forcing Australian boards to rethink privacy, shifting focus from perimeter security to full data lifecycle.
AI security gaps expose 'shadow AI' risk in Australia
Australian firms race ahead with AI, yet weak governance and identity controls leave 'shadow AI' as a growing security blind spot.
AI forces Australian firms to make privacy a priority
AI's rapid spread is forcing Australian organisations to treat data privacy as a constant priority, reshaping risk, policy and vendor scrutiny.
Konica Minolta named Leader in IDC print security study
Konica Minolta has been named a Leader in IDC's Worldwide Print Security assessment, praised for its layered, security-by-design approach.
Closing the visibility gap in board-level cyber risk
Boards face a widening cyber visibility gap as AI, legacy systems and shadow tools outpace governance, testing resilience and oversight.
Beyond compliance: Building Salesforce resilience for APRA CPS 230
Australian financial firms must strengthen Salesforce backup and restore practices to meet APRA's new CPS 230 resilience standards effective July 2025.
Australian firms face rising data loss threats amid AI adoption
Australian firms face rising data loss risks from human error and AI adoption, with 57% blaming staff mistakes amid surging data and security threats.
Borderless CS launches managed cyber security for healthcare
Borderless CS has launched managed cybersecurity services for healthcare, offering 24/7 threat monitoring and compliance support to protect patient data and systems.
Email breaches cost Australian firms AUD $436,307 on average
Australian firms face average costs of AUD $436,307 from email breaches, with slow responses increasing ransomware risks, says Barracuda report.
DriveSavers & Computer Troubleshooters team up for SMB data recovery
DriveSavers and Computer Troubleshooters have teamed up to offer advanced data recovery and ransomware response services to Australian small and medium-sized businesses.
Australia's critical infrastructure faces new wave of cyber threats
Australia faces rising state-sponsored cyberattacks on critical infrastructure, prompting stricter government measures and a human-focused defence approach.
Australian cyber leaders shift to breach containment focus
Australian cyber leaders at Illumio World Tour embrace breach containment, focusing on rapid detection and limiting damage over total prevention.
Ransomware attacks in Australia soar by 110%, says Zscaler report
Ransomware attacks in Australia have surged 110% year-on-year, with manufacturing, healthcare, and government sectors hit hardest, says Zscaler report.
Australian AI use & phishing risks surge as data leaks climb
Australian research reveals a 140% rise in phishing clicks and growing use of generative AI apps, raising significant workplace data security risks.
Australian cyber teams warn AI fuelling rise in insider threats
Most Australian cybersecurity experts warn AI is boosting insider threats' sophistication, expecting a rise in incidents as 82% highlight increased effectiveness.
Exclusive: Hicksons Lawyers boosts security with Netskope partnership
Australian law firms like Hicksons Lawyers are boosting cloud security with advanced tech amid rising cyberattacks targeting sensitive client data globally.
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