Classification scans collect file data based on defined classifications. They are used to analyze file systems for sensitive data to be protected with a remediation scan.
Run an inventory scan. Use the inventory data to define classifications.
Create the required classification definitions before setting up a classification scan. There is no option to create a classification within the configuration setup.
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In ePO - On-prem, select Menu → Data Protection → DLP Discover.
On the Discover Servers tab, select Actions → Detect Servers to refresh the list.
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If the list is long, you can define a filter to display a shorter list.
On the Scan Operations tab, select Actions → New Scan and select the repository type.
Type a unique name and select Scan Type: Classification. Select a server platform and a schedule.
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Discover servers must be predefined. You can select a defined schedule or create one.
(Optional) Set values for Throttling, Files List, or Error Handling in place of the default values.
Select the repositories to scan.
On the Repositories tab, click Actions → Select Repositories.
If needed, specify the credentials for each repository from the drop-down list.
The credentials default to what is configured for that repository.
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You can create repository and credentials definitions if needed from the selection window.
(Optional) On the Filters tab, select Actions → Select Filters to specify files to include or exclude.
By default, all files are scanned.
Select the classifications for the scan.
On the Classifications tab, click Actions → Select Classifications.
Select one or more classifications from the list.
Click Save.
Click Apply policy.