Glossary
Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB)
A CASB is a security checkpoint between your employees and cloud apps - it watches what data goes where and blocks risky behavior.
What is Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB)?
Security software that sits between cloud users and cloud services to enforce security policies and provide visibility.
Why Should You Care?
Shadow IT and unsanctioned cloud use create blind spots. CASBs provide visibility and control over cloud application usage.
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Real-World Example
A CASB detects an employee uploading sensitive files to a personal Dropbox account and blocks the transfer.
How to Protect Against Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB)
- 1.
Deploy CASB for visibility into cloud app usage
- 2.
Create policies for sanctioned vs unsanctioned apps
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