How is CrowdStrike Falcon data used?

CrowdStrike Falcon data is used to identify and block potential threats, and malicious activities and alert IT Security if further action is needed. CrowdStrike Falcon may use anonymized information to improve detection capabilities to improve its capability.

Does CrowdStrike Falcon scan my files, email, chat, and track website activities?

No, CrowdStrike Falcon does not scan the content of the files. CrowdStrike Falcon analyzes executable files and scripts and how they are used.

Who has access to CrowdStrike Falcon Data?

CrowdStrike Falcon data access is limited to only a selected few of the LBNL IT team; the LBNL IT CrowdStrike team has taken privacy training to ensure the highest privacy practice and is trusted with the data. The data will only be accessed and used to do work for LBNL.

Where is CrowdStrike Falcon Data stored?

CrowdStrike Falcon data is stored by Crowdstrike on their secure cloud servers. LBNL retains ownership of the data. 

What data does CrowdStrike company have access to?

CrowdStrike will have access to the same data as the LBNL IT CrowdStrike team does. This allows them to continue improving Falcon and provide the necessary analysis to stop harm to LBNL systems.

Can CrowdStrike Falcon data be shared or used beyond IT security purposes?

CrowdStrike Falcon data is not shared with anyone without approval from the IT Policy team and stakeholders.

Data Collection, Sensitive Data, and Privacy with CrowdStrike Falcon

See the following pages:

• Privacy
• Acceptable Use of Information Technology
• Security for Information Technology

To learn more about CrowdStrike's privacy policy, see CrowdStrike's Privacy Notice.