What Is CASB? How It Differs from SSPM
A CASB watches traffic to cloud apps. It shows which apps are in use and restricts uploads. SSPM finds errors in the settings of the app itself. The two solve different problems.
A security layer between users and cloud services that controls access and data flow.
Why Does It Matter?
Most company data now lives in SaaS apps. If you do not control both access (CASB) and configuration (SSPM), you have blind spots in the cloud.
Core Principles & How It Works
What Threats Arise from Inadequate Protection?
- ✕Company files uploaded to a personal cloud storage account.
- ✕Documents left public because of wrong sharing settings (an SSPM area).
How Does Moftgate Solve This Challenge?
Moftgate controls file uploads to cloud apps with endpoint DLP. The SSPM module finds risky settings and OAuth grants in services such as Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace.
Related Guides and Articles
- DLP vs DSPM vs SSPM vs CASB: What Is the Difference and Which Do You Need? →
Four data security acronyms answer four different questions. We explain what DLP, DSPM, SSPM and CASB do, where they overlap, and in what order to deploy them, in one table.
- SaaS Security Posture Management (SSPM) & Shadow IT Governance: Enterprise Architecture Guide →
With 82% of SaaS security breaches stemming from misconfigurations and rogue OAuth permissions, conventional firewalls are blind. Master automated posture governance for Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, and shadow cloud applications.
Other Cybersecurity Terms
Full Glossary →Automated continuous assessment of security configurations, third-party permissions, and identity posture across corporate SaaS applications.
Applications, services and devices that employees use without the approval or knowledge of the IT department.
Security threats arising from third-party marketplace plugins and apps granted excessive, persistent API permissions to corporate SaaS data via user consent.
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