In today’s digital age, data is king. It’s no surprise that organizations rely heavily on data to make informed decisions and stay ahead of the competition. However, with the increased use of data comes the risk of data breaches and cyber threats. This is where the Zero Trust security model comes into play. Zero Trust is a security model that assumes that every user, device, and application is a potential threat and requires authentication, authorization, and encryption for access to data. Denodo, a leading data virtualization software provider, can help organizations implement Zero Trust to strengthen their data security.
The Problem
Simply put, today’s enterprise organizations are drowning in data. By the end of 2023 the projection is that the world will produce in excess of 94 zettabytes of data. Data that can be in unstructured and structured formats – including big data, data lakes, data warehouses, and data marts – located in a variety of geographic locations and platforms. Platforms ranging from traditional datacenters to cloud based infrastructure and SAAS based solutions.
What is Denodo?
Denodo Data Management platform, powered by Data Virtualization, is a leading data integration, management, and delivery platform using a logical approach to enable self-service BI, advanced analytics, hybrid/multi-cloud integration, and enterprise data services. It enables organizations to connect and manage disparate data sources without the need for physical data movement. Denodo acts as a unified data access and security layer between data sources and data consumers, allowing data to be accessed and integrated in real-time, on-demand. This approach eliminates data silos, reduces data latency, and enhances data agility.
How can Denodo help implement Zero Trust?
Denodo’s data virtualization approach aligns well with the Zero Trust security model. Here’s how Denodo can help implement Zero Trust:
» Data Access and Authentication
Zero Trust requires authentication and authorization for data access. Denodo’s data virtualization approach enables users to access data in real-time, on-demand, and only if they are authorized to do so. Users can be authenticated via identity and access management (IAM) systems, such as Okta, Ping Identity, or Microsoft Azure AD.
» Data Encryption
Denodo supports encryption of data both in motion and at rest. This ensures that data is secure during transmission and storage. Denodo can encrypt data using SSL or TLS protocols, and it also supports encryption at the data source level.
» Data Monitoring
Zero Trust requires continuous monitoring of data to detect and prevent unauthorized access. Denodo’s data virtualization approach enables organizations to monitor data access and usage in real-time. Denodo’s intelligent query optimization engine can track data usage and detect unusual access patterns. This enables organizations to act promptly and prevent potential security breaches.
» Fine-Grained Access Control
Identity is a key element to any Zero Trust architecture. The concept of security by location is no longer relevant in a Zero Trust environment.
No location, whether inside of an office, working remote in a home office or accessing data while mobile, should be considered trusted. The same identity and access controls need to be applied universally across the enterprise. Denodo’s approach to access provides an administratively simplified approach to data controls. No longer will an enterprise have to maintain dozens of accounts per application and per user.
Denodo’s data virtualization approach allows organizations to implement fine-grained access control to data, including row, column and field level (data masking) to protect the most sensitive data assets. This enables organizations to grant access to data at a granular level and ensure that users only access data that they are authorized to access, and across all data consumption types. Denodo’s data virtualization approach can also integrate with IAM systems to enable access control at the user or group level.
Denodo with Zero Trust Strengthens Data Security
In conclusion, Denodo’s data virtualization approach aligns well with the Zero Trust security model. Denodo enables organizations to implement authentication and authorization for data access, encryption of data, continuous monitoring of data, and fine-grained access control. These capabilities help organizations to strengthen their data security and protect against cyber threats. As organizations continue to rely heavily on data, it’s essential to prioritize data protection to thwart data breaches and cyber threats. Denodo’s data virtualization approach combined with Zero Trust can help organizations achieve this essential data security.
How do I get started?
Mainline Information Systems has the necessary skills to help companies develop the Zero Trust architecture around their data in order to protect the organization. As a Denodo Silver Partner with Architect and Developer accreditations, Mainline has deep-rooted, long-term experience and knowledge to meet today’s data challenge head on. From security assessments and analyzing the current data architecture to designing and implementing a Zero Trust data architecture, Mainline has the proficiencies necessary to put your company on the right path to achieving Zero Trust.
More Information
For more information about Denodo and Zero Trust or how we can help with your data protection initiatives please contact your Mainline Account Executive directly or reach us here.
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