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Introduction

Symmetry Systems has officially launched Symmetry AIGuard, marking a significant advancement in the realm of data and AI security. This platform provides a standalone solution aimed at delivering comprehensive transparency, governance, and security for organizations that utilize a variety of AI applications, including corporate copilots and agent-based AI identities.

The Challenge of AI Utilization

As organizations increasingly incorporate AI technologies, the need for effective governance becomes paramount. Dr. Mohit Tiwari, CEO of Symmetry Systems, emphasizes that companies are adopting AI capabilities at a pace that outstrips their ability to ensure security. The critical questions arise: What AI systems are in use? Who has access? What data can they exploit? Symmetry AIGuard presents a centralized solution addressing these queries, offering oversight on every aspect of AI implementation within a business.

Four Pillars of AI Security

The platform focuses on four key areas of security for AI applications. It not only tracks what types of AI are in place but also evaluates their access to data and whether such access is appropriate. Mustapha Kebbeh, the Security Chief at UKG, notes the platform integrates essential functions like AI inventory management and identity governance, creating a unique offering that encompasses aspects often treated separately in the industry.

Governance for AI Agents

An innovative feature of AIGuard is its treatment of AI agent identities with the same significance as human user accounts. This means that the platform conducts rigorous oversight of all AI agents, detailing their classification, permissions, and the contexts in which they operate. Furthermore, it actively tracks the approval process for agents, ensuring that no autonomous AI operates without appropriate authorization.

Internal AI Service Security

Organizations are not just consumers of AI technologies; many are also actively developing their own AI solutions. Symmetry AIGuard inventories all internal AI services, evaluating their compliance and governance just as they would for traditional data infrastructures. This allows security teams to manage access rights and rectify issues swiftly, without the cumbersome ticketing systems often involved in such processes.

Security for Corporate Copilots

Building on its established security measures for Microsoft Copilot, Symmetry AIGuard further extends these principles to a broader range of corporate copilots. The platform provides a clear overview of licensing and active usage alongside data access details, helping organizations identify and mitigate any compliance gaps or risks associated with over-permitted data access.

Governance of External LLMs

In a world where employees are frequently using external LLMs like ChatGPT and others, the risk of shadow AI looms large. AIGuard monitors both sanctioned and unsanctioned use of these models, ensuring employee engagement with these tools doesn’t violate company policies. Real-time monitoring allows for immediate identification of policy violations as they happen.

Built on Solid Foundations

Symmetry AIGuard leverages the same data and identity graph that powers Symmetry DataGuard. This means it possesses over 400 identifiers for sensitive data types and can adeptly track each model, agent, service, and user in a cohesive manner, ensuring robust risk management and security.

Availability

Symmetry AIGuard is currently available to existing customers in preview form, either as a standalone solution or integrated into the Symmetry Data+AI Security Platform. Businesses interested in learning more can visit Symmetry Systems for data sheets or request a demo at their website.

Conclusion

With the launch of Symmetry AIGuard, organizations are poised to navigate the complex and rapidly changing landscape of AI security with newfound confidence. By combining stringent governance with comprehensive oversight of AI operations, Symmetry AIGuard addresses critical gaps in enterprise security today.

For more information, please contact:
Claude Mandy
Symmetry Systems
Email: [email protected]

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About Symmetry Systems
Symmetry Systems specializes in Data and AI security, providing the industry’s most comprehensive platform to detect, classify, safeguard, and monitor sensitive data across environments. Their AI-powered solutions are informed by award-winning research and designed to protect data wherever it resides, ensuring organizational compliance and security for existing data infrastructures.