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D. DLP (Data Loss Prevention) ✅ A security technology specifically designed to detect, monitor, and prevent the unauthorized transmission of sensitive data (like PII, PHI, financial data). DLP can scan outgoing emails, attachments, and files to flag or block data leaks — accidental or intentional. SCAP (Security Content Automation Protocol) A standard for automating vulnerability management, configuration, and compliance checking. It’s not about monitoring emails or detecting PII leaks. NetFlow A Cisco-developed protocol for collecting and analyzing IP traffic flows. Useful for traffic analysis and anomaly detection, but it won’t inspect content for PII.
What is SCAP?
SCAP → A standard for automated vulnerability management and compliance, not used for monitoring outgoing sensitive data.