SOCFortress Integrations — Forcepoint DLP

3 min readJun 26, 2024

Intro

SOCFortress integration and visualization tools allow security analysts the visualization and triage of Forcepoint DLP security events using a single pane of glass.

About Forcepoint

Forcepoint Data Loss Prevention (DLP) is a security solution designed to protect sensitive data and prevent its unauthorized access, use, or transmission.

Key features of Forcepoint DLP:

Data Discovery and Classification:
— Identifies and classifies sensitive data across an organization’s network, including endpoints, storage, and cloud environments.
— Uses predefined and custom policies to classify data based on its sensitivity and importance.
Data Protection:
— Prevents unauthorized sharing or transmission of sensitive data through various channels, such as email, web, USB, and cloud storage.
— Provides real-time monitoring and enforcement of security policies to ensure data protection.
Granular Policy Enforcement:
— Allows for the creation of detailed policies that define what constitutes sensitive data and how it should be handled.
— Policies can be tailored to specific regulatory requirements, such as GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI-DSS.
User and Entity Behavior Analytics (UEBA):
— Analyzes user behavior to detect anomalies and potential insider threats.
— Identifies risky activities and provides insights into potential data exfiltration attempts.
Incident Management and Reporting:
— Offers comprehensive incident management tools to respond to data breaches and policy violations.
— Generates detailed reports and dashboards for compliance and audit purposes.
Integration with Other Security Solutions:
— Integrates with other Forcepoint security products and third-party solutions to provide a unified security posture.
— Supports integration with Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems for centralized monitoring and analysis.
Cloud and Endpoint Protection:
— Extends data protection to cloud applications and services, such as Office 365, Google Workspace, and Salesforce.
— Protects data on endpoints, including laptops and mobile devices, regardless of their location.

Benefits:

Compliance: Helps organizations comply with data protection regulations and standards by ensuring that sensitive data is properly managed and protected.
Risk Reduction: Reduces the risk of data breaches and data loss by enforcing security policies and monitoring data flows.
Visibility: Provides visibility into how sensitive data is being used and shared within the organization.
Flexibility: Offers customizable policies and controls to meet the specific needs of different organizations and industries.
User Awareness: Educates users about data protection policies and encourages compliance through contextual alerts and notifications.

Ingesting Forcepoint events, alerts and cases

Syslog forwarder.

Reference: https://support.forcepoint.com/s/article/000015002

Visualizations

Landing Page:

File events and alerts:

Forcepoint Cases and Security Incidents:

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