Data security, or lack of it, is an organization’s biggest vulnerability.
As Homer wrote of warriors whose virtues became their vulnerabilities, so too has data become for modern enterprises… the heart that gives them life and the chink through which they may fall. With enterprises adopting hybrid and multi-cloud environments, sensitive data is no longer confined to secure corporate networks. It moves fluidly across endpoints, SaaS platforms, cloud storage, and third-party tools, often without clear visibility.
As a result, data security posture management (DSPM) has emerged as one of the most critical capabilities in modern cybersecurity stacks. DSPM empowers organizations to automatically discover, classify, and protect sensitive data wherever it resides, addressing the latent blind spots that traditional DLP (data loss prevention) systems fail to cover.
On October 29, 2025, Fortra, a global cybersecurity software and services leader, announced the launch of its new Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) platform. This platform is a comprehensive solution designed to secure sensitive data from endpoint to cloud.
This marks an important milestone in the evolution of enterprise security: shifting from reactive protection to continuous, intelligence-driven data governance.
Executive Insights from Fortra
“Data is everything for modern businesses, but it’s also the primary target for today’s sophisticated threat actors,” said Matt Reck, CEO at Fortra. “Our new DSPM solution gives organizations unprecedented visibility and awareness of what data they have and where, and unmatched control of that data. In an era where the volume and usefulness of data is exploding in front of our eyes, so too are the scale and sophistication of threats. We believe visibility and control of data itself will form the backbone of the modern organization’s security posture, and we are very excited to lead this shift in the market.”
Fortra’s DSPM solution continuously discovers and classifies sensitive data across multi-cloud, hybrid, and on-premises environments. The users gain real-time risk visibility to strengthen their data security posture. The system continuously monitors data flows to identify potential compliance gaps and misconfigurations. Additionally, it provides organizations with the ability to address vulnerabilities before they can be exploited.
The solution integrates natively with Fortra’s existing security ecosystem, enabling a unified defense architecture that aligns data security with infrastructure protection.
“The challenge with protecting data is multi-faceted — it’s knowing where it is at every moment, who has access to it, what they can do with it, and whether it’s adequately protected,” added John Grancarich, Chief Strategy Officer at Fortra.
John added, “Our DSPM solution transforms data security from a reactive process into a proactive, intelligence-driven discipline that gives organizations the confidence to innovate and grow while in parallel protecting their most valuable data assets.”
Why We Need Better Technology for Data Protection
Having worked in cybersecurity for over 15 years, I’ve seen firsthand how the industry has struggled to keep pace with data sprawl and threat complexity.
- Traditional DLP solutions often operate in silos, protecting data within known environments but failing to track shadow repositories or unstructured data in collaboration tools.
- Hybrid architectures, spanning cloud, SaaS, and legacy infrastructure, make manual classification and compliance almost impossible at scale.
- Regulatory pressure from global frameworks like GDPR, HIPAA, and the upcoming AI governance acts demands continuous visibility and auditability.
Modern enterprises can no longer rely on static controls or manual audits. They need systems like Fortra’s DSPM that use automation, AI-driven classification, and contextual risk scoring to maintain control over infrastructure and, subsequently, over data itself.
In essence, DSPM is not just another tool that CIOs and CISOs should own in their kits. Rather, we should see DSPM as the missing link between data governance and security execution.
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Post-Launch Recap: A Step Toward Data-Centric Security
Fortra’s DSPM launch signals a larger trend in cybersecurity: a shift from infrastructure-centric defense to data-centric intelligence.
Enterprises are beginning to realize that securing networks and endpoints isn’t enough if the data moving through them remains invisible or misclassified.
As threat actors continue to exploit data fragmentation, solutions like Fortra DSPM will become essential, providing the visibility, accountability, and proactive intelligence that define the future of enterprise security.
FAQs on Data Security Posture Management (DSPM)
What is DSPM?
Data Security Posture Management (DSPM) is a framework and toolset designed to automatically discover, classify, and protect sensitive data across cloud, on-premises, and hybrid environments.
How is DSPM different from DLP (Data Loss Prevention)?
While DLP focuses on preventing data exfiltration, DSPM emphasizes visibility, understanding where sensitive data resides, who accesses it, and how it’s used. DSPM operates continuously to maintain compliance and reduce risk exposure.
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Why is DSPM critical for hybrid and multi-cloud environments?
In distributed systems, data often moves across applications, APIs, and third-party services without central oversight. DSPM tools unify this visibility, ensuring that no sensitive asset becomes a blind spot.
What industries benefit most from DSPM?
Highly regulated sectors like finance, healthcare, defense, and manufacturing see immediate ROI. However, any data-driven organization with complex digital ecosystems stands to gain from adopting DSPM.
How does Fortra’s DSPM differ from competitors?
Fortra’s DSPM integrates directly with its broader cybersecurity suite, delivering a single-pane-of-glass view of data posture and compliance while leveraging Fortra’s legacy expertise in secure automation and threat intelligence.
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