Security Bytes

IBM buys Guardium for its prized database monitoring technology

IBM intends to use Guardium's database monitoring technology to help companies safeguard their internal data and to automate certain tasks required for regulatory compliance.

The software and services giant characterizes the acquisition as an extension of its business analytics strategy, which revolves around the company's Business Analytics and Optimization Consulting organization.

IBM plans to integrate Guardium into its Information Management Software portfolio.

"Organizations are grappling with government mandates, industry standards and business demands to ensure that their critical data is protected against internal and external threats," said Arvind Krishna, General Manager, IBM Information Management practice in a statement. "This acquisition is another significant step in our abilities to help clients govern and monitor their data, and ultimately make their information more secure throughout its lifecycle."