Prevent data loss,
beyond data labels
Protect sensitive data from insider threats, human error, and cyber-attacks with Self-Learning AI
Today’s data is difficult to protect
Modern data is dynamic, complex, and constantly on the move – far beyond the reach of static classification methods.
Overstretched security teams are struggling to keep pace with manual data management, leaving gaps for human error or insider threats to slip through.
of organizations have experienced a data breach
IBM Cost of a Data Breach 2024of data breaches stem from malicious insiders or human error
Microsoftthe average cost of a malicious insider incident
IBM Cost of a Data Breach 2024Understanding human behavior, not just data labels
Darktrace doesn’t just ask which data to protect, it seeks to understand the people using it.
Autonomous DLP adapted to your workflows
A single dashboard
Your unified dashboard for communications activity offers a single view of all detected data loss incidents, highlighting every user and device impacted – for fast understanding
Adapted to your risk appetite
See the anomaly score for each email and understand why it was held back – and as you build trust with the solution, configure it to your specific risk appetite
Maximize your investment
Make use of labelling investments in existing solutions without overlap – Darktrace builds on these labels and provides a differentiated threat detection capability for unlabeled data
An ever-evolving understanding of every user
Each user’s outbound email activity is a useful indicator to enhance Darktrace’s understanding of the user themselves. Darktrace continuously builds this understanding and correlates it with other data from the organization to build an evolving picture of normal for the entire business.
Beyond the inbox
Because Darktrace sees the whole picture of a user across their inbound, outbound, and lateral mail, as well as messaging and collaboration tools, it can detect the subtle symptoms of account compromise that may lead to data loss
Unifying email with network
Correlating data protection with network, cloud, endpoint, and identity through the Darktrace ActiveAI Security Platform allows for the continuous sharing of insights that helps assess inbound threats before they land, for true defense in depth
How Darktrace detected abnormal data exfiltration other tools missed
Unusual internal data transfer detected
Darktrace identified suspicious connections between a desktop and an internal file server using the SMB protocol.
The data transfer spiked, with over 1GB of files being downloaded in a one-hour period. Files included Microsoft Word, PDFs, and critical 2D and 3D designs related to ongoing projects.
Unusual external data transfer initiated
Darktrace detected a 2GB data transfer from the breach device to an external endpoint associated with Google Drive, alongside SSL connections to Google services, signaling a potential data exfiltration attempt.
Anomalous activity flagged
Despite the external endpoint not being rare for the network, Darktrace flagged the large volume of data uploaded and downloaded as suspicious, triggering an alert.
Investigation triggered
Darktrace’s Cyber AI Analyst™ autonomously initiated an investigation, notifying management of the suspicious activity and leading to an internal inquiry into unauthorized data transfer by a former employee.
Get ahead of the attack
Get proactive about data loss – prioritize on true cyber risk and harden defenses ahead of time
Simulate potential insider attacks
Darktrace attack engagements give teams the opportunity to test human risks with real phishing emails sent from internal accounts
Identify the biggest human risks
Build team confidence by mapping scenarios based on attacks seen in the wild into your current environment with the same time urgency as a real threat. Understand cyber risk in an ongoing, real-world context that shows how attacks might progress and potential choke points in your people or technology
See your most at risk users
Discover your riskiest users and assets based on liability, access, and exposure, and then shore up defenses around them
Go beyond simple patch lists
Get prioritized mitigation steps paired with their potential risk outcomes, making it easier to take proactive steps toward greater resilience
Why Heartland Communications Facility Authority chose Darktrace
Heartland connects communities with first responders, ensuring prompt Fire and EMS services. As part of this, it collects critical data as quickly as possible.
“With Darktrace, I am now confident that if there’s an unusual flow of data or unusual access of data is in process anywhere on our network, I’ll get that notification and have the opportunity to review it.”
—Henry Kozik, IT Systems Administrator
faster for Darktrace / EMAIL to stop a threat compared to traditional tools on average
incident response acceleration with Cyber AI Analyst
coverage with an AI-augmented SOC
Real-world stories and strategies to combat data loss
CISO's Guide to Email Security
This white paper breaks down the requirements for modern email security in protecting organizations from advanced threats, including data loss.
Customer Story: State of Oklahoma
Discover how the State of Oklahoma streamlines data management across the network with Darktrace.
Why Data Classification Isn’t Enough
Explore how security teams can achieve visibility beyond the limits of data classification, without adding to the burden of data management.
See Darktrace in action
See what Darktrace’s AI can find in your environment
Cyber resilience across the entire business
Frequently asked questions
DLP is a cybersecurity strategy that prevents sensitive data from being shared, leaked, or stolen. It helps organizations protect confidential information and meet compliance requirements by monitoring and controlling data across emails, endpoints, and the cloud.
Email is one of the most widely used communication tools in business — and also one of the most vulnerable. Human error, such as sending sensitive data to the wrong recipient or attaching incorrect files, is a leading cause of data breaches. Additionally, email is frequently targeted by phishing attacks, malware, and insider threats. Without advanced protection, emails can easily become a vector for data loss and reputational damage.
Darktrace / EMAIL - DLP uses Self-Learning AI to understand the unique data flows and communication patterns within an organization. By continuously analyzing real-time email traffic, it can identify sensitive data, even if it’s unstructured or unlabeled, and stop it from being exposed or exfiltrated.
Darktrace's AI is capable of detecting a wide range of sensitive data types, including personally identifiable information (PII), financial records, intellectual property, login credentials, and even context-specific internal documents. Unlike traditional DLP systems that rely on data labeling, Darktrace uses behavioral analysis to spot anomalous or risky data movement, even for novel or unclassified content.
Yes. Darktrace’s DLP solution can detect and stop misdirected emails in real time. Its AI analyzes sender behavior, communication history, and email context to identify when a message is about to be sent to the wrong person. If an anomaly is detected, such as an unusual recipient or attachment, Darktrace can flag a warning to the user via a contextual banner.
Absolutely. Insider threats can be a highly damaging source of data loss. Darktrace’s AI monitors email behavior over time to build a dynamic understanding of each user’s typical communication patterns. When an employee begins to send unusual amounts of data, interacts with unfamiliar recipients, or behaves suspiciously, Darktrace can take immediate action to prevent potential data leaks.
Yes. Darktrace’s DLP capabilities support compliance with all major data protection regulations. By preventing the unauthorized sharing of personal and sensitive information, Darktrace helps organizations meet data privacy requirements and reduce regulatory risk. Additionally, its audit trails and real-time reporting provide valuable evidence for compliance teams.
Darktrace integrates seamlessly with Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, and other major email and collaboration platforms. Once connected, it analyzes both inbound and outbound email traffic to detect data loss risks in real time. Its flexible deployment allows for rapid integration without disrupting existing workflows or requiring major infrastructure changes.
DLP empowers security teams by giving them real-time visibility into data flows and potential risks across the organization. Darktrace helps free teams from the burden of manual data classification, reduce manual investigations, and respond to incidents faster.