Removable Media Encryption SOC 2 GDPR

Hello all, 

Welcome to another edition of Strac’s weekly newsletter update. Today’s article looks at removable media encryption and how it is crucial for protecting sensitive data that is subject to various security standards. An important read that I hope you find useful!

Additionally, if you need help discovering & classifying sensitive data on SaaS, Cloud, and Generative AI, and the ability to remediate (redact, mask, block, alert) PII, PHI, PCI, Sensitive Data or comply with PCI, HIPAA, SOC 2, GDPR, CCPA, please feel free to book a call with me.

Warmly,

Aatish

Strac’s Latest Views on Removable Media Encryption SOC 2 GDPR

 🚀 Learn about the Importance of Removable Media Encryption: SOC 2, GDPR, US Privacy Compliance and How Strac Endpoint DLP Ensures Protection

- Importance of Removable Media Encryption: Encrypting portable media (USB drives, external hard drives) protects sensitive data from unauthorized access, especially when devices are lost or stolen.

- Strac Endpoint DLP: Strac’s Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solution automates encryption and ensures compliance with security standards (SOC 2, US Data Privacy, CPRA, etc.) across macOS, Windows, and Linux platforms.

- SOC 2 Compliance: Strac helps organizations meet SOC 2 CC 6.7 requirements by encrypting data on removable media, reducing the risk of breaches.

- Automation and Monitoring: Strac's DLP classifies sensitive data, automates encryption, and provides audit trails for compliance, making it easier for organizations to protect data.

- Legal Compliance: Strac aids in meeting various US data privacy laws (e.g., CPRA, Utah Code, Virginia CDPA) by ensuring portable media encryption and detailed monitoring.

- Cross-Platform Support: Strac’s DLP allows encrypted files to be accessed across different systems (macOS, Windows, Linux), maintaining data security in varied environments.

Conclusion:

Strac’s Endpoint DLP ensures seamless encryption of removable media across macOS, Windows, and Linux, helping organizations protect sensitive data and meet compliance with key regulations like SOC 2 and CPRA. Its automated encryption and monitoring reduce the risk of data breaches and simplify compliance efforts.

To learn more about how Strac’s Endpoint DLP can help, click here.