Bob Ertl

7 Proven Steps to Uncover Shadow Data with DSPM Tools

by Bob Ertl December 10, 2025 | Cybersecurity Risk Management

Shadow data—sensitive information saved outside sanctioned systems such as personal cloud drives, ad hoc backups, or email attachments—evades standard controls and is a leading cause of silent data exposure. The...

How to Secure Classified Data Once DSPM Flags It

by Bob Ertl December 9, 2025 | Cybersecurity Risk Management

When a DSPM platform flags classified data, the next move is to lock it down—fast and permanently. That means enforcing least-privileged access, encrypting at rest and in transit, continuously monitoring...

Essential Strategies for Protecting DSPM‑Classified Confidential Data in 2026

by Bob Ertl December 8, 2025 | Cybersecurity Risk Management

Protecting confidential data that your DSPM solution flags requires more than discovery—it demands continuous classification, least‑privilege access, automated remediation, and audit‑ready governance. In 2026, the fastest way to reduce risk...

Why DSPM Falls Short and How Risk Leaders Can Mitigate Security Gaps

by Bob Ertl December 8, 2025 | Cybersecurity Risk Management

Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) refers to the processes and tools that provide organizations visibility into their data assets, monitor risks, and help maintain regulatory compliance across multi-cloud, hybrid, and...

Version Control: The Secret Ingredient to Secure File Sharing

by Bob Ertl December 3, 2025 | Secure File Sharing

In an era where collaboration drives business success, organizations face a core challenge: enabling seamless file sharing without compromising security. Encryption, identity and access management, and policy enforcement provide the...

Is Your Encryption Strategy Protecting Your Sensitive Data?

by Bob Ertl November 25, 2025 | Cybersecurity Risk Management

Most organizations have encryption deployed somewhere. Few have an encryption strategy that comprehensively protects sensitive data across all channels, storage locations, and third-party exchanges. The difference between “encryption deployed” and...

Encryption Key Rotation Best Practices: When and How to Change Your Keys Without Disruption

by Bob Ertl November 24, 2025 | Regulatory Compliance

Most organizations implement AES-256 encryption to protect sensitive data, but far fewer ever rotate their encryption keys. Security teams deploy encryption, document their key management procedures for compliance auditors, then...

What AES-256 Encryption Cannot Protect: The 6 Security Gaps Businesses Must Address

by Bob Ertl November 24, 2025November 24, 2025 | Secure File Sharing

Organizations invest heavily in AES-256 encryption and assume their sensitive data remains protected. Security teams implement encryption best practices for data at rest and in transit, then check the encryption...

AES-256 Encryption Isn’t Enough: Why Enterprise File Security Requires Multi-Layer Protection

by Bob Ertl November 21, 2025November 24, 2025 | Secure File Sharing

AES-256 encryption protects files stored on servers and databases by converting data into unreadable ciphertext. However, data exists in three distinct states during its lifecycle: at rest, in transit, and...

10 Secure Collaboration Platforms Every Remote Team Needs in 2026

by Bob Ertl November 19, 2025November 24, 2025 | Secure File Sharing

Data breaches from insecure file sharing can cost millions in fines, remediation, and reputational damage. Whether collaborating across departments or with partners and clients, enterprises must implement robust controls to...

Trusted Data Format for Secure Data Sharing Compliance

by Bob Ertl November 19, 2025November 24, 2025 | Regulatory Compliance

Regulatory fines have increased tenfold over the past five years. Yet despite these escalating costs, most organizations continue relying on file sharing methods that surrender control the moment data leaves...

How to Safely Share Files Internally and Externally

by Bob Ertl November 19, 2025November 24, 2025 | Secure File Sharing

Data breaches from insecure file sharing can cost millions in fines, remediation, and reputational damage. Whether collaborating across departments or with partners and clients, enterprises must implement robust controls to...

Secure Data Forms That Are FedRAMP High Ready and Comply With Data Sovereignty

by Bob Ertl November 17, 2025December 4, 2025 | Cybersecurity Risk Management

Web forms have become the overlooked vulnerability in enterprise security architecture. Organizations invest millions securing their networks, implementing zero trust architecture, and deploying advanced threat detection—then collect sensitive customer data,...

How to Securely Share Confidential Files With Remote Teams in Different Countries

by Bob Ertl November 11, 2025November 24, 2025 | Secure File Sharing

Sharing confidential files across international teams requires more than basic cloud storage—it demands enterprise-grade security that protects sensitive data while enabling seamless collaboration. With remote work spanning multiple jurisdictions and...

How to Secure Encrypted File Sharing for Enterprise Risk and Compliance

by Bob Ertl November 7, 2025November 24, 2025 | Secure File Sharing

Enterprise file sharing presents significant security challenges that demand robust encryption and comprehensive risk management strategies. Organizations face mounting pressure to protect sensitive data while maintaining operational efficiency and regulatory...

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