Why Zero Trust Data-Centric Security is a Better Approach to Protecting Data

Explore how Zero Trust Data-Centric Security addresses the needs of modern enterprises by providing a comprehensive, adaptive framework that secures data throughout its life cycle, ensuring that sensitive
information remains protected even in the face of evolving threats.

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Ensuring Data Security, Confidentiality, and Privacy for ERP Transformations

Explore in this white paper how enterprises can factor in data security when embarking on their ERP transformation.

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Understanding NIST SP 800-171 and SP 800-172

This white paper aims to provide an in-depth understanding of SP 800-171 and SP 800-172, as well as offer practical implementation strategies, discuss the challenges and benefits of compliance, and explore future trends in cybersecurity related to these standards.

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Safeguard AI with Zero Trust Architecture and Data-Centric Security

The AI wave is rising higher than ever, driving advancements and efficiencies in numerous industries such as healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and beyond. Organizations are leveraging AI to enhance decision-making, business processes, customer experiences, and security. But is AI itself secure?

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Prevent Data Loss Across the ERP Landscape

This white paper has comprehensively addressed the pressing need for robust data loss prevention strategies within ERP systems, which are integral to the operational efficiency and strategic decision-making of modern enterprises. We have explored various aspects of data security, from the types of data stored in ERP systems to the specific challenges and methods employed to prevent data loss.

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Understanding the NIST Cybersecurity Framework 2.0

The NIST CSF 2.0 is a set of guidelines, best practices, and standards to help organizations manage and improve their cybersecurity posture. It provides a structured approach for organizations to identify, protect, detect, respond to, and recover from cyber threats and incidents.  This whitepaper covers the NIST Cybsersecurity Framework 2.0 and explains the differences found in this updated Framework.

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Implementation of a Zero Trust Architecture

This whitepaper summarizes several of the models and reference architectures published by different government organizations, including the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the United States Department of Defense (DoD). We also review some of the key requirements in implementing a ZTA at the organizational level that are common to all Zero Trust implementations.

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NextLabs’ Approach to CISA’s Zero Trust Maturity Model (ZTMM)

CISA’s Zero Trust Maturity Model (ZTMM) provides an approach to achieve continued modernization efforts related to zero trust. CISA’s ZTMM is just one way an organization can implement their transition plan to zero trust architectures in accordance with Executive Order (EO) 14028 “Improving the Nation’s Cybersecurity.” In this white paper, learn about the pillars of the ZTMM, how an organization can implement a ZTMM, and more.

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Implementing Preventative Segregation of Duties with NextLabs

Segregation of duties (SoD), also called separation of duties, is a fundamental aspect to sustainable internal controls and risk management. SoD is commonly implemented to enforce financial controls, such as approval, accounting/reconciling, and asset custody as well as data controls, such as handling of confidential or sensitive data. In this white paper, learn how preventative SoD controls reduce an organization’s risk of conflicts of interest, fraud, and compliance violations.

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NextLabs’ Solution for the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Program

The Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) is a framework developed by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) to enhance the cybersecurity posture of organizations in the Defense Industrial Base (DIB). It establishes a structured system of cybersecurity requirements and maturity levels that contractors and suppliers must adhere to in order to qualify for DoD contracts.

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Zero Trust Policy Engine: An In-Depth Analysis

This white paper delves into the crucial role of the policy engine within a ZTA. We will dive into its function, underlying architecture, benefits, and the challenges associated with its implementation. Additionally, we explore its specific business use cases across various industries, and how the engine fits within NextLabs’ data security solution.

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Using NextLabs to Implement the Department of Defense (DoD) Zero Trust Reference Architecture

This brief describes how NextLabs, the pioneer in Data-Centric Security and Attribute-Based Policy Enforcement, can help DoD stakeholders implement ZTA in alignment with the DoD ZTA RA with a simplified, automated approach.

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The Next Frontier of SASE

Learn about the next frontier of SASE, along with the importance of securing access to protect data and applications in addition to networks and devices.

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Managing Role and Group Explosion with Dynamic Authorization

 Learn how organizations can manage the challenge of Role and Group Explosion by implementing dynamic authorization and enhancing Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) with Attribute-Based Access Control (ABAC).
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NIST 800-207: Zero Trust Architecture

 Learn how organizations can protect their core data assets from malicious actors in an increasingly digitalized business environment where network perimeters are undefined.
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Dynamic Data Protection Using Attribute-Based Access Control (ABAC)

 Learn how companies can enhance their existing roles using attributes and policies, which can adapt to everchanging dynamic environments.
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Safeguarding Data in Joint Ventures, Mergers and Acquisitions, Divestitures and Sanctions

Learn how to safeguard your enterprise’s information when working through complex organizational and ownership structures.
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How To Ensure a Successful ABAC Implementation

Learn the key factors in implementing a successful ABAC security system.
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Applying Zero Trust Principles to NIST 800-53

Learn how to employ a zero trust data-centric approach that aligns with NIST 800-53.
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What will data-centric security look like over the next 5 years?

Take a peek at how data-centric security will evolve as we enter a new decade.
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NextLabs and Access Controls of NIST SP 800-53

Learn how NextLabs helps organizations meet the various access control requirements of NIST’s Risk Management Framework.
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The Evolution of RBAC to ABAC

Learn how access control has evolved from roles to attributes and what that means for securing your sensitive data.
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Implementing Data Security using Attribute Based Access Control (ABAC)

Attribute Based Access Control (ABAC) provides a robust, data security solution that keeps pace with the demands of your…
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Secure Global Collaboration with Information Labeling and Handling

The Aerospace and Defense (A&D) industry is a significant target for what has become a common problem…
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A New Approach to Enterprise Digital Rights Management (EDRM)

While enterprise digital rights management (EDRM) has been around for more than a decade, it has yet to reach a tipping…
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Managing Information Risk for Microsoft SharePoint

Ease of use, simple administration, and powerful collaboration capabilities have driven rapid adoption of Microsoft SharePoint. Companies find that once…
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Technical Data Export Compliance

The Aerospace and Defense (A&D) industry faces a set of unique information security challenges in order to comply with ITAR…
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Addressing Gaps in Your Cyber Security

Because the biggest impact of cyber breach is data loss, data protection should be architected into the DNA of your…
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Automated Information Handling

To ensure proper information handling and disclosure, aligned with business policies, companies are now moving beyond basic access…
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Enterprise Governance, Risk, and Compliance Solution for Information Export Control

Export controls, such as the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Export Administration Regulations (EAR), and similar regulations, govern the…
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SAP Dynamic Authorization – ABAC

Data security has become one of the most significant challenges in global businesses. Requirements are driven by a variety of…
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The Biggest Gap in Your Cyber Security Solution

This white paper describes the most common—and most commonly overlooked—source of cyber breach and the challenges that occur when organizations…
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Designing Electronic Barriers Around Digital Assets – Information Barriers

Perhaps one of the biggest challenges for enterprise companies is anticipating and preparing to block the…
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Data-centric Security for the Extended Enterprise

This white paper outlines FOUR changes organizations must make to achieve data-centric security, and explains…
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Secure Collaboration for PLM

If organizations want to reap the benefits of new collaboration models and PLM technologies, they must first devise new methods…
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Secure Deployment of Microsoft SharePoint Extranet for Enterprises

Enterprises use extranets for external collaboration with partners, suppliers, customers, clients, joint-ventures and remote employees…
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Microsoft Dynamic Access Control (DAC) for IT and Compliance

Microsoft Server 2012 Dynamic Access Control (DAC) is a new authorization model that greatly simplifies management….
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IP Protection Best Practices

The challenges of managing Intellectual Property (IP) are many. The task of protecting engineering data and other IP becomes problematic…”.
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