Endpoint Protector Blog

Protecting Data on the Production Floor

November 21, 2023November 22, 2023 Data Loss Prevention

Manufacturing organizations regard data as one of their most valuable assets. The sheer volume and diversity of this data may not always be obvious. However, it includes a wide range of critical information, such as blueprints,…

Understanding FERPA: Protecting Student Privacy in Education

November 20, 2023November 22, 2023 Data Loss Prevention

From grades to Social Security numbers, and from addresses to family details, education records offer a comprehensive snapshot of an individual. Threat actors increasingly prize this sensitive data and show no hesitation…

How to Prevent Data Loss: Essential Strategies for Secure Data Management

November 14, 2023November 24, 2025 Data Loss Prevention

Preventing data loss requires a blend of technology, strategy, and culture. Core defenses include regular backups, encryption, malware protection, and employee training. Compliance with laws like GDPR and HIPAA ensures…

5 Pillars of a Strong Data Loss Prevention Strategy

November 9, 2023November 22, 2023 Data Loss Prevention

Data loss prevention (DLP) solutions can play a pivotal role in protecting your most sensitive data assets. But, if you procure a leading DLP software, such as Endpoint Protector by CoSoSys, you still must have an effective…

Gartner DLP: The Story of the Missing Enterprise Magic Quadrant

November 6, 2023November 21, 2025 Data Loss Prevention

Gartner discontinued its Enterprise DLP Magic Quadrant in 2018, replacing it with the Market Guide as the market matured. The focus shifted from comparing vendors to analyzing trends, especially the rise of integrated…

CASB DLP vs. Endpoint DLP: What’s the Difference?

November 1, 2023April 7, 2026 Data Loss Prevention

CASBs provide visibility and control over cloud applications, but they don’t fully prevent data leaks. Most breaches occur at the endpoint, where data is accessed, modified, and shared. A strong DLP strategy focuses on…

Limitations of Server-Based OCR for DLP

October 31, 2023February 23, 2026 Data Loss Prevention

Server-based OCR for Data Loss Prevention relies on cloud processing, creating latency, file size limits, daily scan restrictions, and no offline protection. It often supports only specific file types and applications,…

Data Loss Prevention Best Practices: A Comprehensive Guide

October 30, 2023January 8, 2026 Data Loss Prevention

Data Loss Prevention is a core pillar of modern cybersecurity, helping organizations protect sensitive data from insider threats, misconfigurations, malware, and device loss. Effective DLP strategies focus on data…

What is DLP? A Deep Dive Into Its Core Mechanisms

October 24, 2023June 26, 2026 Data Loss Prevention

In the digital age, data is the lifeblood of businesses. From intellectual property (IP) and sensitive information to customer data, the information companies possess is both their strength and vulnerability. With the…

DLP Policy 101: From Basics to Best Practices

October 20, 2023October 9, 2026 Data Loss Prevention

A Data Loss Prevention (DLP) policy defines how organizations protect sensitive data from unauthorized access, leaks, or misuse. Effective DLP programs rely on five pillars: identification, protection, monitoring,…

Endpoint-Based OCR for DLP is Closing the Gap in Enterprise Data Protection

October 19, 2023February 18, 2026 Data Loss Prevention Endpoint Protection

Endpoint-based Optical Character Recognition (OCR) is redefining Data Loss Prevention by processing text extraction directly on user devices rather than remote servers. This approach enables faster, real-time detection…

Find out what’s new in Endpoint Protector v5.9

October 10, 2023 Data Loss Prevention

v5.9 of Endpoint Protector by CoSoSys is now available, adding even more features and improvements to enhance your data loss prevention strategy and safeguard your sensitive data. Critical updates in the latest release…

Does Security Training Work? – Why We Need DLP

September 27, 2023 Data Loss Prevention Endpoint Protection

Every security policy in every type and size of an organization is built on education and awareness. Humans are and will always be the weakest link in cybersecurity, regardless of how many technical solutions and tactical…

CoSoSys Successfully Achieves SOC 2 Type II Certification

September 14, 2023September 14, 2023 Compliance Data Loss Prevention

CoSoSys, a leading data security and data loss prevention solutions provider is pleased to announce that it has successfully completed a System and Organization Controls (SOC) 2 Type II audit. Representing a significant…

CoSoSys Confirms Same-Day Support for Apple’s macOS Sonoma

September 13, 2023October 19, 2023 Data Loss Prevention Macs in the enterprise

CoSoSys, a leader in multi-OS Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solutions, confirmed today that it will provide same-day support for the release of macOS Sonoma when it becomes available on September 26, 2023. It means CoSoSys…

Reducing the Risk of Data Exfiltration During Economic Uncertainty

September 6, 2023September 6, 2023 Data Loss Prevention Insider Threat Management

The COVID-19 pandemic has left a lasting imprint on the world, sparking a cascade of economic effects, not just over the past few years, but even more as a delayed aftermath. As a result, the world is expecting a major recession,…

How Data Loss Prevention Helps Maintain Cybersecurity Insurance

August 17, 2023March 20, 2024 Data Loss Prevention Insurance

Cybersecurity insurance has developed as a vital component of organizational risk management in today’s ever-changing cyber threat landscape. However, as the frequency and severity of cyberattacks and data breaches…

Why Data Loss Prevention and Insider Threat Management are Converging

August 10, 2023April 7, 2026 Data Loss Prevention Insider Threat Management

Data Loss Prevention (DLP) and Insider Threat Management (ITM) are converging as organizations shift focus from securing technologies to protecting sensitive data. By combining data-centric controls with user behavior…

UK GDPR Compliance

July 31, 2023August 4, 2023 Compliance Data Loss Prevention

The Data Protection Act 2018 (DPA 2018) is an Act of Parliament that updated data protection laws in the UK. It came into effect on May 25, 2018, and effectively incorporates the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation…

Supply Chain DLP

July 25, 2023April 8, 2026 Data Loss Prevention

Supply chain security risks are rising as companies rely on third-party vendors, cloud services, and software dependencies. Even if your internal security is strong, weak partners can expose sensitive data. Requiring…

Data Protection Policies: Are You Doing Enough to Ensure Compliance?

July 18, 2023July 20, 2023 Compliance Data Loss Prevention

Compliance with relevant global data privacy regulations continues to prove challenging for companies of all sizes. From navigating complicated regulatory language to implementing appropriate safeguards, it’s not…

PCI DSS Compliance: What is PCI DSS, Requirements & Best Practices

July 12, 2023August 4, 2023 Compliance Data Loss Prevention

Today’s digitally-fuelled economy sees tens of millions of online credit card transactions and debit card payments per day. Visa alone processes 29 million online transactions per day, with companies like Mastercard…

How can DLP improve remote worker satisfaction?

July 6, 2023October 10, 2023 Data Loss Prevention Work From Home

Despite the evident benefits of remote work, data security risks have increased in line with this new normal. The remote working environment can feel somewhat precarious to employees who understand the value of sensitive…

If 70% of Data Loss Incidents Occur at the Endpoint, Why Would Your DLP Be Anywhere Else?

June 22, 2023August 4, 2023 Data Loss Prevention Endpoint Protection

“Do I need a network, cloud, or endpoint DLP solution?” It’s a question we hear a lot. The answer, of course, all comes down to what you’re trying to achieve. You might need one of those options, or you might need all three. Because…