| Data Protection in Transit | Data Protection at Rest |
|---|---|
| Data is transmitted across devices or networks | Data is stored in databases, local hard drives, or USBs |
| Protects the data in transit with SSL and TLS | Protects the data at rest with firewalls, antiviruses, and good security practices |
| You must protect the data in transit since it can become vulnerable to MITM attacks, eavesdropping, etc. | You should protect the data at rest to avoid possible data breaches even when stolen or downloaded |
