Compliance requirements for Data Loss Prevention (DLP) vary by industry, region, and data sensitivity, but generally include regulations and standards that mandate the protection of sensitive data from unauthorized access, leakage, or loss. Key compliance frameworks include:
- GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) – Requires organizations to safeguard personal data of EU citizens, including implementing measures to prevent data breaches.
- HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act) – Mandates protection of PHI (Protected Health Information) in the U.S., requiring encryption, access controls, and audit trails.
- PCI DSS (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard) – Requires secure handling of payment card data, including encryption, access restrictions, and monitoring.
- SOX (Sarbanes-Oxley Act) – Focuses on financial data integrity, requiring controls to prevent tampering or loss of financial records.
- CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act) – Grants California residents rights over their personal data, requiring businesses to disclose data collection and ensure protection.
Examples of DLP Compliance in Practice:
- A healthcare provider uses DLP tools to encrypt and monitor PHI, ensuring HIPAA compliance.
- An e-commerce platform applies PCI DSS-compliant DLP policies to secure credit card transactions.
For cloud-based DLP, Tencent Cloud offers services like Data Security Center and Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB) to help enforce compliance by detecting, classifying, and protecting sensitive data across storage, databases, and applications. These tools support encryption, access control, and audit logging to meet regulatory requirements.