Preventing Wrongful Disclosure of Data in Business Networks

This white paper discusses the Data Access Enforcer (DAE) for SAP by NextLabs, which aims to prevent wrongful disclosure of critical enterprise data while enabling collaboration across business networks. It outlines the importance of balancing access to enterprise data with the protection of sensitive information, intellectual property, and compliance with regulatory requirements. The document details how DAE for SAP employs an attribute-based access control (ABAC) model to enforce need-to-know policies, ensuring that only authorized users can access specific data. It explains the software's capabilities in automating data protection processes, managing policies centrally, and providing real-time auditing for compliance. The paper emphasizes the role of DAE in facilitating secure collaboration among employees and partners while maintaining productivity. Additionally, it highlights features such as dynamic authorization logic, data segregation, and obfuscation, which help organizations meet stringent data privacy regulations like GDPR. Overall, the white paper serves as a comprehensive guide for businesses looking to enhance their data protection strategies.