The Kitchen's Finally Burned Down - DLP Security Bakeoff

Explore the vulnerabilities and shortcomings of Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solutions in this 54-minute Black Hat conference talk. Delve into Zach Lanier and Kelly Lum's research on various DLP implementations, from endpoint agents to network surveillance systems. Examine the flaws in administrative and programmatic interfaces, as well as the inspection engines themselves. Gain insights into why, despite numerous data security standards and certifications, companies continue to experience significant data leaks. Discover why DLP solutions, often marketed as a "silver bullet" for corporate data security, may be easily bypassed or exploited. Learn about different DLP deployment models and their respective weaknesses, helping you better understand the limitations of current data protection strategies.