When selecting a new data loss prevention (DLP) solution, the MOST important consideration is that the solution:

The correct answer is D. identifies and safeguards confidential information from unauthorized transmission. The fundamental goal of any DLP solution is to accurately discover sensitive data and enforce controls that prevent its unauthorized disclosure. All other features - cost, reporting, and integration - are secondary to ensuring the tool reliably detects and protects confidential

Submitted by joshua94· Apr 18, 2026Protection of Information Assets

Question

Options

Ais cost effective and meets proposed return on investment (ROI) criteria
Bprovides comprehensive reporting and alerting features with detailed insights on data movements
Cis compatible with legacy IT infrastructure and integrates with other security tools
Didentifies and safeguards confidential information from unauthorized transmission

How the community answered

(50 responses)

A
6% (3)
B
2% (1)
C
2% (1)
D
90% (45)

Explanation

The fundamental goal of any DLP solution is to accurately discover sensitive data and enforce controls that prevent its unauthorized disclosure. All other features - cost, reporting, and integration - are secondary to ensuring the tool reliably detects and protects confidential

Topics

#Data Loss Prevention (DLP)#Information Protection#Security Solutions Selection#Confidentiality

Community Discussion

No community discussion yet for this question.

Full CISA Practice