Data Security Posture Management: Reduce Risk with Purview
Learn to assess, protect, and investigate sensitive data risks using Purview for robust data security.
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Course contents
7 modules · 29 lessons · 3h 5m
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Introduction to DSPM and Data Security
Understand the fundamentals and necessity of Data Security Posture Management.
- Welcome to the Course
Welcome and overview of the course learning objectives.4 min - What is DSPM?
Definition of Data Security Posture Management and its distinction from traditional security.7 min - Why DSPM is Important
The impact of data breaches on finances and reputation.6 min - Key Data Security Terms
Clarification of terms such as confidentiality, integrity, and availability.7 min - Microsoft Purview Overview
Introduction to Purview as a central tool for DSPM.6 min
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Governance and Compliance
Understand the regulatory framework for data security.
- Fundamentals of Data Governance
Why data management is the basis for security.7 min - Understanding Compliance Frameworks
Overview of GDPR, ISO, and other relevant standards.7 min - Governance vs. Security
How policies guide technical implementation.6 min - The Purview Compliance Manager
Introduction to the tool for measuring compliance adherence.7 min
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Data Identification and Classification
Learn how to find and organize sensitive data.
- The 'Know Your Data' Principle
Why identification is the first step to protection.6 min - Sensitive Information Types (SITs)
How Purview recognizes credit card numbers, IDs, and more.7 min - Developing a Classification Strategy
Planning categories such as 'Public', 'Internal', and 'Highly Confidential'.7 min - Automatic Classification
Tagging data at scale without manual effort.6 min - Trainable Classifiers
Introduction to AI-powered detection of specific document types.6 min
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Data Protection Measures and Policies
Configure technical protection measures in Purview.
- Sensitivity Labels
Creating and applying labels to documents.7 min - Protection through Encryption
How labels technically restrict access to files.7 min - Data Loss Prevention (DLP) Fundamentals
Preventing the unintentional outflow of data.7 min - Configuring DLP Policies
Practical creation of a policy to protect customer data.7 min - Enforcing Policies
Difference between test mode and active blocking.6 min
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Security Posture Assessment
Analyze and improve the current security state.
- Navigation in the Purview Portal
Where to find DSPM-relevant functions.5 min - Data Security Assessment
Conducting an initial inventory of the security posture.7 min - Dashboards and Reports
Visualizing risks for management.6 min - Identifying Vulnerabilities
Detecting overshared or unprotected sensitive data.7 min
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Risk Detection and Response
Respond to incidents and minimize risks.
- Understanding Insider Risks
Recognizing dangers posed by internal users.6 min - Investigating Security Incidents
Step-by-step analysis of an alert in Purview.7 min - Responding with DSPM Insights
Deriving actions from analysis results.7 min - Case Study: Preventing a Data Breach
Practical scenario of risk reduction.7 min
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Conclusion and Best Practices
Consolidate knowledge and establish continuous processes.
- Best Practices for Continuous DSPM
How to establish security as a continuous process.6 min - Summary and Next Steps
Review of the course and tips for further learning.4 min
DSPM Action Plan for 'SafeData GmbH'
Create a concept for improving data security for a fictional company. Identify three data types, select appropriate classifications, and design a DLP policy.
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