Forcepoint unveils DDR system for enhanced data security

Forcepoint has introduced a new Data Detection and Response (DDR) system aimed at enhancing data security through AI-powered classification, risk analysis, and automated remediation.

The newly launched DDR distinguishes itself from traditional tools by connecting with Forcepoint's Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) to provide contextual insights into data risk. This integration allows businesses and government agencies to utilise AI Mesh technology for accurate data classification, comprehensive context understanding, and precise automated responses.

"The rapid generation and consumption and movement of data today is pushing organisations to modernise data security—they need continuous, context-aware security that understands data in motion and at rest, detecting threats as they emerge," stated Naveen Palavalli, Chief Product and Marketing Officer at Forcepoint. "DDR represents a major step forward in our Data Security Everywhere strategy, giving enterprises and government agencies the power to detect, classify and protect their most sensitive information with dynamic AI-driven insights and automation."

The DDR system provides enhanced data risk intelligence by persistently monitoring and analysing various risk factors such as data content, activity, permissions, and motion. The central component, AI Mesh technology, enables swift and precise classification of sensitive data, empowering security teams to define detection rules, identify vulnerabilities, and either activate automated responses or guide administrators in mitigating risks with accuracy.

Forcepoint DDR not only monitors but also ensures continuous threat detection and risk visibility by integrating with other systems. The deeper contextual insights generated by the AI Mesh allow for better evaluation of data sensitivity and risk levels, tracking data lineage such as transfers, access, and amendments.

The system's integration with DSPM ensures comprehensive protection by assessing actual data exposure risks. It applies security controls to sensitive data across a range of environments, ensuring its protection at rest, during transfer, or while in use across different platforms.

An example scenario illustrates the effectiveness of the DDR: an employee attempting to move sensitive intellectual property to a public space would be detected quickly. The DDR would alert security teams, enabling a rapid response and preventing potential data loss.

"DDR is a key pillar of Forcepoint's Data Security Everywhere strategy and architecture, ensuring organisations have continuous data intelligence, deep security integration across all control points and AI-driven protection wherever data moves," the company outlines.

By partnering DDR with DSPM, Forcepoint aims to assist organisations in pinpointing risks dynamically, preemptively stopping threats, and maintaining a high standard of data protection. DDR is available through Forcepoint and its network of partners worldwide.