Google Workspace offers several investigation tools to help administrators understand and address security incidents and user behavior. These tools provide insights into various data sources, including Gmail, Drive, and Device logs.
On a recent webinar conducted by CTL with partner LogicWing, we focused on how IT departments can protect data by mastering Google Workspace security. An in-depth segment on investigation tools was included, which can be viewed here.
Here’s a recap of some key investigation tools available in Google Workspace:
Security Center:
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Gain insights from the security center: This centralized dashboard provides comprehensive visibility into your organization's security posture, including file exposure, authentication, encryption, email delivery, spam and malware classification, and user perception.
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Get actionable security recommendations: Based on the insights gathered, Security Center offers specific recommendations to improve your organization's security practices.
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Triage and act against threats with the investigation tool: This tool allows you to conduct organization-wide searches across multiple data sources to identify and address potential threats.
Alert Center:
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Real-time security alerts and insights: Alert Center provides timely notifications about suspicious activity, including phishing attempts, malware infections, and other security threats.
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VirusTotal integration: For additional analysis, VirusTotal integration in Business Plus and Enterprise editions helps identify malicious files and URLs.
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Actionable alerts: Alert Center presents clear and actionable alerts, allowing you to take swift action to mitigate risks.
Additional tools:
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Drive logs: Monitor file activity, including sharing, downloading, and modifications.
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Gmail logs: Track email activity, including sent, received, and deleted messages.
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Device logs: Gain insights into device usage, including login attempts, location data, and app activity.
These tools empower administrators to:
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Detect and respond to security incidents: Identify and address potential threats before they cause harm.
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Investigate user behavior: Understand how users are interacting with Google Workspace applications and identify any suspicious activity.
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Enforce security policies: Ensure that users comply with your organization's security policies and guidelines.
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Improve overall security posture: Take proactive steps to reduce the risk of security breaches and protect your organization's data.
For more information on Google Workspace investigation tools, refer to the official documentation:
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Admin Security Dashboard & Analytics: https://workspace.google.com/products/admin/security-center/
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Cyber Security Alerts and Tools: https://workspace.google.com/products/admin/alert-center/
Watch the entire webinar on Google Workspace security with in-depth demos on other topics like driving trust rules, context-aware access, and API access control.
