Data discovery is the foundation of Data Security Posture Management (DSPM)
Data Security Posture Management is a continuous cycle of reducing data risk, and is becoming increasingly vital for organizations as their digital environments are more widespread and less centralized than ever before. The adoption of generative AI tools has further driven the need.
Last week, the Minnesota Department of Human Services notified nearly 304,000 people of a data breach involving a healthcare provider who accessed information inappropriately from a vendor-managed IT system. Meanwhile, in 2025 there was, on average, a breach of more than 125,000 ind.
Why is data discovery the hardest part of data protection?
When organizations consider data protection, they often focus on the security aspects of the systems around the data - encryption, access control and compliance requirements. While important, these elements should be secondary to a clear view of where sensitive data – especially per.
