June 30, 2011 at 9:26 am · Filed under Risk Management
By Todd Doerr
When it comes to IT security, your employees can innocently create havoc in your organization. An interesting study just came out regarding USB sticks.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security wanted to find out what would happen if they dropped USB sticks in government and private contractor parking lots. Would people pick them up or ignore them? If the sticks were picked up…what would people do with them?
Amazingly, 60% Read the rest of this entry »
June 2, 2011 at 8:01 am · Filed under Managed File Transfer
By Johnny Wright
So you’ve put together all the details, tied up all the loose ends and that massive confidential file is ready to send to your CEO. All your hard work is tied up in one neat little package, also known as a very large data file. With the touch of the “send” key, your file heads off into the internet unknown headed to determine your future. Days go by, and no response. Did the file get there? Is it lost? Did it get hacked? Is it in the wrong hands? How can you know for sure?
Using a managed file transfer (MFT) server such as GlobalSCAPE’s Enhanced File Transfer server (EFT Server) is the best way to ensure that this situation never happens to you. The release of the new and improved EFT earlier this year made several improvements to the MFT solutions of the past. Enhanced visibility is one of the biggies. Visibility is key to avoiding the unnecessary stress that comes with sending data online and wondering what happens to it after you hit send.
Good visibility in an MFT server should provide complete insight into Read the rest of this entry »
May 31, 2011 at 8:39 am · Filed under Secure Information Exchange
By Johnny Wright
In recent news Facebook has announced that it will begin giving users a new option to strengthen their security when using Facebook and mobile devices. Just like many companies worldwide, Facebook will be giving users the choice to opt-in and use a two-factor verification system called “log-in approval.”
Businesses all over are switching to two-factor authentication within their security infrastructure to better protect themselves from security threats both internally and externally. Using one thing the user knows like a password and one thing they have such as an ever changing code, security is heightened and only those who should be accessing the data are let in.
In the case of Facebook, users will have the option of using Read the rest of this entry »
May 4, 2011 at 9:26 am · Filed under Compliance
By Johnny Wright
The days of rooms filled with medical information in paper files are dwindling away. The old school paper & pen method of keeping medical records is now being replaced by electronic data management systems.
Keeping information secure should be a top priority for those in the health care industry. Personal Health Records (PHRs) include all of the medical data managed by individuals in the medical field and includes such things as health details, diagnoses, conversations with your doctor, treatment plans, medications, etc. The bottom line is that this information should only be Read the rest of this entry »
May 3, 2011 at 8:55 am · Filed under Cloud Computing, Secure Information Exchange
By Todd Doerr
Have you been thinking about moving applications or data to the cloud but you’re just not convinced? Maybe you’re one of the many who are nervous about cloud security…or lack of cloud security to be more accurate.
If this sounds like you, then your fears have just been substantiated. A recent Ponemon study shows that a majority of cloud providers do not consider security their responsibility. It’s all up to you.
On average, cloud providers Read the rest of this entry »
April 28, 2011 at 8:48 am · Filed under Compliance, Secure Information Exchange
By Bill Buie
Most of you would agree that when it comes to money, making sure it’s protected and secure is paramount. The stakes are even higher if you’re a financial services firm. The margin for error is nil. That’s why many financial services institutions have deployed managed file transfer solutions to exchange their data going way beyond the security and performance criteria you or I would personally use.
Unfortunately, we still read about (and some of us experience) financial firms whose security is breached. Aside from the fines and legal penalties, they can suffer the worst fate of all, loss of their customers and a loss of trust.
Financial services organizations must be able to Read the rest of this entry »
April 19, 2011 at 8:37 am · Filed under Managed File Transfer, Secure Information Exchange
By Todd Doerr
This week GlobalSCAPE is attending one of the premier information security tradeshows, InfoSec Europe. It’s a fantastic opportunity to be among the top innovators in the industry. There is much to share at this year’s event!
One highlight for us will be to announce Read the rest of this entry »
April 12, 2011 at 10:22 am · Filed under Compliance, Secure Information Exchange
By Todd Doerr
Data encryption. You’d think encrypting data, otherwise known as cryptography, would be a given for any organization. And, doesn’t it seem obvious that organizations handling highly sensitive information should use the best data encryption methods available? Well, surprisingly, that’s not always the case.
Here’s an example—it was just reported that the personal information of 3.5 million Texans was just compromised. The problem: data wasn’t encrypted as it was transferred from agency-to-agency.
Sensitive information such as social security numbers and dates of birth were left exposed on a public server for months before being discovered on March 31st. Texas Comptroller, Susan Combs, has stated internal procedures were not followed. Data is required to be encrypted by Texas administrative rules established for all agencies. But somehow, this data flew under the radar.
Are you sure the data in your organization is Read the rest of this entry »
April 7, 2011 at 9:01 am · Filed under Secure Information Exchange
By Todd Doerr
When your business data is extremely sensitive or at risk of being compromised, accessing the data remotely with just a simple password may not be secure enough. In many cases, a stronger method of authentication is necessary to ensure the safety of your information. One way to achieve this heightened security is through two-factor authentication.
With a simple, single-factor authentication such as using a password, users can access information quickly; however, security breaches are much more likely to happen. A password is easy to remember but can often leave sensitive information vulnerable.
Using two-factor authentication, users must give two forms of proof that they are allowed to access the data. This type of trust involves the user providing not only something they know such as a password or pin, but also Read the rest of this entry »
March 30, 2011 at 2:44 pm · Filed under Managed File Transfer, Secure Information Exchange
By Bill Buie
We have good news for GlobalSCAPE Enhanced File Transfer® Server (EFT Server™) customers out there: the highly anticipated release of EFT Server v6.3 has arrived and it’s better than ever! Whether you are currently using EFT Server for your managed file transfers (MFT) needs or are considering its use, this enhanced version will have you convinced in no time. With the addition of real-time visibility into all file transfers, improved workflow tools, and additional security features, EFT Server has separated itself from the rest of the MFT pack.
Improved visibility is just one of the fantastic upgrades in the latest version of EFT Server. When you’re transferring files among customers and partners, visibility is crucial. Without maintaining exceptional visibility, there is increased room for errors to occur. What may seem like a small hiccup in the file transfer process can cause major problems that, in the long run, can negatively affect your company’s bottom line. Real-time visibility into all file transfers ensures your data is monitored, audited, and reported over the entire lifecycle of the file transfer process. EFT Server administrators and their end users are able to know the status of their file transfer at all times.
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