IBM Security Guardium Data Protection vs Oracle Advanced Security comparison

The compared IBM and Oracle solutions aren't in the same category. IBM is ranked #1 in DS , with an average rating of 8.4, and holds a 27.3% mindshare in the category. Oracle is ranked #12 in EE , and holds a 3.0% mindshare. Additionally, 86% of IBM users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Oracle users who would recommend it.

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100% willing to recommend

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Categories and Ranking

IBM Security Guardium Data ...

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

7.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Database Security (1st)

Oracle Advanced Security

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

7.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Endpoint Encryption (12th), Data Masking (12th)

Mindshare comparison

While both are Database Development and Management Tools solutions, they serve different purposes. IBM Security Guardium Data Protection is designed for Database Security and holds a mindshare of 27.3%, down 32.5% compared to last year.
Oracle Advanced Security, on the other hand, focuses on Endpoint Encryption, holds 3.0% mindshare, up 1.6% since last year.

Database Security Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
IBM Security Guardium Data Protection	27.3%
Imperva Data Security Fabric	25.6%
Oracle Audit Vault	10.5%
Other	36.599999999999994%

Database Security

Endpoint Encryption Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Oracle Advanced Security	3.0%
Microsoft BitLocker	17.8%
ESET Endpoint Encryption	8.0%
Other	71.2%

Endpoint Encryption

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Marylennis Franco

Jefe De Continuidad Operacional at a insurance company with 501-1,000 employees

Has improved data visibility and streamlined compliance reporting across multiple database platforms

The best feature is how many databases we can protect with one solution because it has compatibility with different databases, including Oracle, SQL, and DB2. The data activity monitoring feature is very good because we can check the PDS and have the information for that. We can schedule the reporting and receive it by email, which provides very important information for different areas of the company. We don't need to have a seat and a case or access to the portal, we just receive the report. The user-friendly interface is very good.

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reviewer1458726

Manager at a manufacturing company with 5,001-10,000 employees

Good support, stable, and offers encryption at both the column and table level

The most valuable feature is the data encryption option for columns and tables. We are also getting the benefit of detection data. If I want to share data with another Oracle user then the data sharing is automatically detected. We don't need to modify anything. This is a complete security solution and all of the features that we are using are available off the shelf.

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Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:

Pros

"It has automated a bunch of manual tasks, giving us insights into activities that we would not otherwise be able to capture."

"Database logging and audit functions are the most valuable features."

"Overall, this is a wonderful product."

"Being an IBM product it really offers security integration capabilities and robust features. Over the years, it has satisfactory met the requirements of our customers which makes it a very reliable and versatile solution."

"It protects sensitive data and blocks unauthorized access to the data."

"The solution has definitely saved us time, because if you want to monitor this kind of vast environment of different products, it's going to take a lot of time. Let's say one database server has 100 database instances running on it; I don't need to install 100 data instances, I just need to install on the one database server and that will cover all of my instances on that particular database."

"We acquired Guardium to encrypt certain databases to meet a customer requirement and it has been performing to spec."

"The platform provides data protection from internal and external threats."

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"The features that are the most used by the customers and partners are, at the moment, for GDPR, so obviously data encryption and data reduction. Our customers also like the partitioning option."

"The features that are the most used by the customers and partners are, at the moment, for GDPR, so obviously data encryption and data reduction are the most valuable to them."

"The most valuable feature is the data encryption option for columns and tables."

"Overall, it is a good solution and I can recommend it to anybody who wants to encrypt columnar data and protect it against theft."

Cons

"With these solutions, flexibility is always an issue and that applies to Oracle and other similar products."

"Many clients inquire if the solution includes a database firewall, which it doesn’t."

"The support is not as good as it should be, and when it comes to backup or restoration activity, they can take months to respond."

"Initially, from 32-bit to 64-bit was a nightmare, but the latest 64-bit versions are pretty straightforward."

"If IBM Guardium Data Protection could find a way to not have a lot of coding and development required to get the solution up and running it would be an advantage."

"Sometimes the performance is not good, and also sometimes we have sudden bugs causing difficulties."

"The technical support is very poor."

"Lower pricing would always be good but apparently we're getting our money's worth or we wouldn't be using it."

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"Having a single command to encrypt a table would be an improvement."

"It is really constrained as an environment because you cannot change something that would be useful."

"Encrypting a single column is straightforward, but encrypting at the table level requires more work and takes longer to complete."

"It is really constrained as an environment because you cannot change something that would be useful. It is a very good product because it is very similar to what you have on-premises. Yes, it is constrained, but it is expected because it is a platform as a service so it has to be constrained."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"It is a very costly product."

"IBM solutions have fair price strategy, and operates on a yearly basis. If it's a SaaS solution, then you can opt for yearly basis."

"Licensing fees are paid on a yearly basis."

"Guardium has not saved us time or money."

"For IBM Guardium, licensing is very simple and straightforward. There are no issues I can speak of."

"The cost depends on the number of databases. You can purchase advanced licenses, but the standard license is calculated based on the number of databases you have to onboard."

"Guardium won mostly because of our scope and scale. It was able to perform at the scale that we wanted to use it. "

"The price of Guardium is higher than the main competitor, Imperva. In addition, it's complex as the calculation of the licensing is done by Processor Value Unit (PVU). However, before purchasing a DAP solution, it is important to analyze specific points to evaluate the cost-benefit of each tool. For example: Does the environment to be monitored have mainframes? If so, it's a point for Guardium. If not, a point for Imperva. Note: IBM is looking into a new licensing policy and reducing the price of Guardium."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Financial Services Firm

23%

Manufacturing Company

Computer Software Company

Insurance Company

Financial Services Firm

20%

Manufacturing Company

Energy/Utilities Company

Insurance Company

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	28
Midsize Enterprise	17
Large Enterprise	44

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Questions from the Community

How does IBM Guardium Data Protection compare with Imperva SecureSphere Database Security?

IBM Security Guardium Data Protection is a solution for database security from IBM that gives complete visibility, control, and analysis to secure sensitive data and comply with regulations. IBM S...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for IBM Guardium Data Protection?

I don't remember the exact prices, but Guardium is an expensive tool because it is targeted towards corporate enterprises.

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What do you like most about IBM Security Guardium Data Protection?

The features I like are the robust policies, which allow us to create customized monitoring based on specific activities.

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Comparisons

Imperva Data Security Fabric vs IBM Security Guardium Data Protection

Compared 53% of the time

Oracle Audit Vault vs IBM Security Guardium Data Protection

Compared 11% of the time

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Compared 4% of the time

Cyera vs IBM Security Guardium Data Protection

Compared 3% of the time

IDERA SQL Secure vs IBM Security Guardium Data Protection

Compared 2% of the time

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Compared 28% of the time

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Compared 16% of the time

IBM Security Guardium Data Encryption vs Oracle Advanced Security

Compared 16% of the time

Oracle Data Masking and Subsetting vs Oracle Advanced Security

Compared 11% of the time

Microsoft BitLocker vs Oracle Advanced Security

Compared 8% of the time

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Also Known As

InfoSphere Guardium, Guardium, IBM Guardium

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Overview

IBM Security Guardium Data Protection offers automatic discovery and classification of sensitive data, real-time monitoring, and advanced analytics to identify unusual activities around data.

IBM Security Guardium Data Protection is designed to safeguard sensitive data across enterprises with real-time activity monitoring and comprehensive security features. Its capabilities include data discovery, classification, and compliance automation with pre-built templates for regulations like PCI, SOX, HIPAA, and CCPA. Supporting a variety of platforms, it facilitates seamless monitoring, making it a valuable asset for diverse environments in maintaining data security and compliance.

What are the key features?

Real-Time Monitoring: Provides alerts for unauthorized activities.
Data Masking: Protects data through masking techniques.
Access Control: Ensures only authorized users gain access.
Query Rewriting: Alters queries to maintain data integrity.
Platform Support: Monitors across multiple environments.

Why consider this for ROI?

Ease of Deployment: Simplifies the setup process for enterprises.
Robust Reporting: Enhances transparency through detailed audit trails.
Compliance Automation: Streamlines compliance with regulatory requirements.
Risk Management: Identifies and mitigates potential risks efficiently.

Industries like banking and finance utilize IBM Security Guardium Data Protection to enhance database security and compliance efforts. Enterprises employ it to detect incidents and manage vulnerabilities, focusing on protecting customer data and maintaining privacy standards. The technology aids in incident detection and supports adherence to security regulations.

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Oracle Advanced Security provides data encryption and strong authentication services to the Oracle database, safeguarding sensitive data against unauthorized access from the network and the operating system. It also protects against theft, loss, and improper decommissioning of storage media and database backups.

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