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Almost every organization faces the persistent challenge of sensitive data, such as Personally Identifiable Information (PII), passwords, and secrets, being inadvertently shared on communication platforms like Slack. Recent statistics highlight the severity of this issue:
- 40% of data breaches in the last year were caused by such exposures.
- The 2023 Verizon Data Breach Report shows that 74% of breaches involve human errors, like accidental sharing.
With Slack’s limited Data Loss Prevention (DLP) tools, organizations are increasingly at risk of data leaks and compliance failures. This lack of robust controls has made Slack a critical target for attackers, emphasizing the urgent need for enhanced detection and monitoring mechanisms to mitigate these risks.
What’s New in Hawk-Eye v0.3.23?
Hawk-Eye v0.3.23 brings powerful updates that empower organizations to protect their Slack environments effectively:
- Scheduled Scans: Run scans on an hourly or daily basis to ensure continuous monitoring.
- Flexible Coverage: Scan specific areas, including public channels, private channels, DMs, or the entire workspace.
- Focused Detection: Identify the exact locations of sensitive data, such as PII and secrets.
- Customizable Options: Control what to scan, whether it’s credit cards, emails, SSNs, Aadhar numbers, or other critical data types.
- Optimized Performance: Scans are fine-tuned to focus only on what’s necessary, ensuring maximum efficiency without slowing down operations.
Take Control of Your Slack Data
Hawk-Eye v0.3.23 offers organizations a robust and reliable solution to safeguard sensitive data. Designed to be fully open-source and free to use, the tool ensures that all data stays within your premises, enhancing security and compliance.
Find the project link and start protecting your Slack workspace today!
