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Update Summary

New data loss prevention capabilities for file attachments and proximity conditions are generally available. Admins can now match file names, extensions, MIME types, and proximity conditions across Gmail, Drive, and Chat.

Update Details

Security

  • New DLP controls help block or detect sensitive file attachments by file name, file extension, file type, and proximity matching.
  • Proximity matching can detect sensitive data within up to 1,000 characters of other predefined data types, regular expressions, or word lists.

New Features

  • Support for DLP rules on non-Workspace file attachments.
  • File-based content conditions for file names, file extensions, common or custom MIME types, and system file categories.
  • Proximity matching for sensitive content in attachments and messages across Gmail, Drive, and Chat.

Hints

  • Admins configure the new content conditions in the Admin console under DLP content conditions.
  • There is no end-user setting for this feature.
  • Rollout is gradual for Rapid Release and Scheduled Release domains, with visibility taking up to 15 days starting May 27, 2026.
Product Information

Vendor: Google

Product: Workspace

Product type: Other

Platform: Web

Vendor release date: Jun 3, 2026

Published on updatealert.io: Jun 5, 2026

Description: Productivity and collaboration suite for business communication and documents.

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