Securing data using integrated host-based data loss agent with encryption detection
US8893285B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 14, 2008 |
| Grant date | Nov 18, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 14, 2030 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG06F21/78
- WIPO fieldComputer technology
- WIPO sectorElectrical engineering
Abstract
A method and system for securing data in a computer system provides the capability to secure information even when it leaves the boundaries of the organization using a data loss agent integrated with encryption software. A method for securing data in a computer system comprises detecting attempted connection or access to a data destination to which sensitive data may be written, determining an encryption status of the data destination, allowing the connection or access to the data destination when the data destination is encrypted, and taking action to secure the sensitive data when the data destination is not encrypted.
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