Wazuh for GDPR Compliance Guide

Introduction to GDPR Compliance with Wazuh

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a comprehensive data privacy law enacted by the European Union. Its main goal is to give individuals control over their personal data and unify data privacy regulations within the EU. For organizations worldwide handling data of EU citizens, GDPR compliance is essential.

Loki Labs utilizes Wazuh's robust security monitoring capabilities to provide effective solutions that help organizations meet the stringent requirements of GDPR. Wazuh assists by enabling thorough log data collection, ensuring file integrity, assessing configurations, detecting intrusions, and providing real-time alerts for prompt incident response.

Key Wazuh Capabilities for GDPR

Wazuh provides several key features that directly support GDPR compliance objectives:

Log Data Analysis: Wazuh aggregates and analyzes log data from across your infrastructure, crucial for identifying and investigating potential data breaches, a key aspect of GDPR compliance.

File Integrity Monitoring (FIM): Monitors critical files for changes, helping to protect personal data integrity and meet GDPR requirements for data accuracy and security.

Configuration Assessment: Wazuh checks system configurations against security benchmarks, aiding in the implementation of data protection by design and by default (Article 25).

Intrusion Detection: Detects malicious activity and unauthorized access attempts, contributing to the security of processing (Article 32).

Vulnerability Detection: Identifies known vulnerabilities in your systems, allowing for proactive remediation to protect personal data.

Incident Response: Through real-time alerts and automated responses, Wazuh supports timely detection and management of data breaches (Articles 33 and 34).

Meeting GDPR Requirements with Wazuh, supported by Loki Labs

• Loki Labs expertly configures and manages Wazuh to help address specific GDPR articles. By leveraging Wazuh's security features, we assist organizations in establishing and maintaining a strong data protection framework in line with GDPR principles.