Which capability allows Zscaler to enhance security for cloud applications?

Zscaler enhances security for cloud applications primarily through the Data Loss Prevention (DLP) capability. DLP is designed to monitor, detect, and prevent the unauthorized transfer of sensitive data to external locations, which is crucial when dealing with cloud applications where data breaches can occur if safeguards are not in place. By implementing DLP, organizations can enforce policies that identify and manage the data being accessed and shared within cloud environments, mitigating risks associated with data leaks and compliance violations.

In the context of cloud applications, DLP provides granular control and visibility into data usage. It allows organizations to define rules based on the type of data, user roles, and contextual information. This capability ensures that sensitive information, such as personally identifiable information (PII) or confidential corporate data, is protected in accordance with regulations and organizational policies.

While other options like proxy services, security information and event management (SIEM), and intrusion detection systems (IDS) are important components of an overall security architecture, they do not specifically focus on the unique challenges posed by cloud applications in the same way that DLP does. Proxy services help in traffic management and web filtering, SIEM aids in logging and analyzing security events, and IDS detects potential intrusions. However, none of these directly