Gartner Recognizes Datacentric Security

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What is Datacentric Security?

Datacentric security is an approach that protects the data itself rather than the networks, endpoints, and infrastructure it travels through. When data is protected in this way, even if the avenues are breached the data is not. Some security platforms, like STASH®, encrypt and parse the data into many pieces and keep it in multiple places on cloud or off for data resilience. so attackers cannot access it even if it is stolen.

Why Gartner’s Opinion Matters:

Gartner’s recognition of datacentric security comes at a pivotal time in the field of data & cybersecurity. As the Internet of Things (IoT) continues to grow, a seemingly unending number of new endpoints are being created every day. Gartner understands the value of taking a data-driven approach to security.

Perimeter methods of security like firewalls, network perimeters, and VPN obfuscation are a thing of the past. With an infinitely expanding IoT, cloud computing, and WFH (work from home) work culture, the perimeter has basically disappeared. Adopting a zero-trust, datacentric method of security like STASH® ensures that there will never be an instance where your most valuable data can be accessed by anyone other than who you choose..

Also, it’s important to ensure that the people who are granted access control have been appropriately educated and trained. Eliminating human error from the equation and limiting user access makes this method of security the most infallible of all. Cloud security, network security, datacentric security, and every other cybersecurity model work best with a zero-trust approach that negates any chance of unauthorized access.

Datacentric security, the kind provided by STASH®, works in the background to invisibly and securely protect and govern data. You don’t have to change anything about the way you do business, or legacy hardware, software, and infrastructure you already have in place. Simply add the last, most impactful piece to your security stack, or if you’re just starting, the most critical first piece of your security puzzle. Either way, security that stays with the data, datacentrically, is a Gartner must have if secure data is the goal.