// THREAT DETECTION AND DATA PRIVACY TERM
Confidentiality
Confidentiality in cybersecurity means keeping sensitive information private and ensuring that only authorized individuals can access or view it. It's about preventing unauthorized disclosure of data to protect privacy and business secrets.
TECHNICAL DEFINITION
Confidentiality, a core tenet of the CIA triad in information security and a critical component of compliance and privacy regulations, refers to the principle of preventing unauthorized access, disclosure, or viewing of sensitive data. It ensures that information assets are protected from entities without proper authorization, often through access controls, encryption, and data handling policies.
BACKGROUND
Computer security is a subdiscipline within the field of information security. It focuses on protecting computer software, systems, and networks from threats that can lead to unauthorized information disclosure, theft, or damage to hardware, software, or data, as well as to the disruption or misdirection of the services they provide.
READ MORE ON WIKIPEDIASYNONYMS & ALIASES
- Privacy
- Secrecy
- Discretion
- Data Protection
- Non-disclosure
USAGE NOTE
Confidentiality is a foundational element in establishing trust and securing sensitive data against cyber threats, often mandated by regulations like GDPR and HIPAA.
DEVELOPERS
Organizations developing technology related to Confidentiality.
Develops a wide range of security technologies including Azure Information Protection for data classification and encryption, Microsoft 365 compliance features for Data Loss Prevention (DLP), and confidential computing capabilities within Azure.
Offers comprehensive cybersecurity solutions focusing on data encryption, key management, identity and access management (IAM), and confidential computing to protect sensitive information across hybrid cloud environments.
A leader in enterprise security, providing Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solutions, information protection, and endpoint security to prevent unauthorized access and sharing of confidential data.
Specializes in data protection solutions, including advanced encryption, key management, hardware security modules (HSMs), and identity and access management (IAM) for critical infrastructure, government, and defense sectors.
Provides next-generation firewalls, cloud security, and SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) platforms that include capabilities for secure data access, threat prevention, and data protection to maintain confidentiality across networks and cloud environments.
Focuses on identity and access management (IAM), data governance, and fraud prevention, enabling organizations to control who has access to confidential information and detect suspicious activities.
Offers a cloud-native platform providing Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) and Secure Web Gateway (SWG) services, ensuring that only authorized users and devices can access specific applications and data, thereby enforcing confidentiality.
A leading provider of identity and access management (IAM) solutions, helping organizations securely connect people to technology, ensuring that only verified users have appropriate access to confidential systems and data.