Palo Alto Networks (PANW) Certified Cybersecurity Entry-level Technician (PCCET) Practice Exam

What tool or technology can a SOC team use to detect and prevent accidental or malicious release of proprietary or sensitive information?

1. Vulnerability management

2. URL Filtering

3. SSL Decryption

4. Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

The correct answer is: Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

Data Loss Prevention (DLP) is a critical tool used by Security Operations Center (SOC) teams to identify, monitor, and protect sensitive data from being inadvertently or intentionally shared outside the organization. DLP solutions work by enforcing policies that can prevent the unauthorized transfer of proprietary or sensitive information, thus minimizing the risk of data leaks. DLP technologies typically employ a variety of methods, including content inspection and contextual analysis, to detect sensitive data such as personally identifiable information (PII), financial records, or intellectual property. Once detected, DLP systems can take action to block the transfer of this information, alert the SOC team, or log the incident for further investigation. By using DLP, organizations can proactively manage data security risks associated with both accidental and malicious actions, making it an essential component of an effective cybersecurity strategy. This aligns with the SOC's mission to safeguard the organization’s critical assets from data breaches and other security incidents.