In today’s digital landscape, maintaining visibility and control over file activities within a system is crucial for security, compliance, and operational efficiency. File Activity Monitoring (FAM) is a powerful feature that provides continuous tracking of “Local Drives, Removable Devices, and Network Drives”, recording operations such as “Copy, Rename, Move, and Delete”.
Why File Activity Monitoring Matters
- Every organization, whether small or large, deals with sensitive data. Unauthorized modifications or deletions can lead to data breaches, compliance violations, or operational disruptions. FAM ensures transparency by capturing file interactions, allowing administrators to review activity logs and spot anomalies before they escalate into security risks.
How File Activity Monitoring Works
- Unlike access control solutions that block actions, FAM focuses solely on reporting—providing real-time insights into file movements without restricting user behavior. Here’s what it tracks:
- Copying Files – Understand when and where files are duplicated.
- Renaming Files – Identify modifications to filenames that could indicate suspicious activity.
- Moving Files – Track files as they are relocated across different drives or devices.
- Deleting Files – Keep an eye on deleted files to prevent accidental or malicious data loss.