If you are not yet up to speed on the latest developments around the European Union’s (EU) NIS2 Directive, get ready, as they go into effect Oct. 17, 2024. That’s when Member States are required to have transposed the directive into national law. EU countries must have their national legislation on par with the NIS2 requirements and comply with the new, broader requirements. This update aims to...

In a recently published blog detailing findings from Fortra’s inaugural 2024 Fortra State of Cybersecurity Survey, top takeaways revealed the concerns and trends of industry insiders, including: What are the top 5 security risks facing your organization in the next 6-12 months? Reviewing the top...

What is a TFTP Server? TFTP, or Trivial File Transfer Protocol lives up to its name as it is a lightweight, simple protocol used to send files across a network. The server of this “trivial” protocol allows computers in and out of an organization’s network to exchange files using TFTP. As a lightweight protocol, there is less complexity, and therefore...

There’s a lot out there (and just on this website) about what MFT (managed file transfer) software is, why it’s a good FTP alternative, and how to choose the best file transfer software for your business. That’s why we’ve selected 13 of our top blogs that answer those exactly those questions – and more.And because questions about any software solution...

There are some things in life that should be a given: rollercoasters are inspected regularly, chefs wash their hands, and your organization’s file transfers are secure.That last is a little more nebulous to see immediate cause-and-effect (it’s not like your rollercoaster car rolling off the tracks or getting food poisoning!) but unsecure file...

Is MFT Integration Software?MFT, which stands for managed file transfer, is not, strictly speaking, integration software. Managed file transfer at the most basic level is a transfer tool designed to get your data from A to B securely.Despite that, many MFT solutions take over the functions of everyday file transfer tools and scripts—automation,...

Data privacy, data protection, and compliance: they’re similar, but not the same. If you’re like most IT professionals, you may have used these terms interchangeably, and with good reason: all data privacy laws deal with protection, many data protection laws have privacy at their heart, and both outline compliance requirements. But what exactly is...

Location, location, location. Not just the mantra of realtors and would-be buyers – it’s also a concern for data security professionals world-wide. As cloud computing has ramped up across industries, the physical location of stored data has been called into question, alongside concerns stemming from data privacy laws.Read on to discover how data...

What is Cloud Data Transfer and Why Do Organizations Use It? Cloud data transfer is a process of moving data to and from a cloud computing environment. There are various needs that cloud transfers fulfill: one type of cloud data transfer takes data from a local, on-premises data center and brings it to the cloud. Another type of transfer moves...

What Can Data Integration Buy You?Data integration is the practice of consolidating data from a number of sources into a single, unified, and consistent source.This way of configuring data does an excellent job of meeting the needs of business processes and is a key component of any thriving data security structure.Make the data integration process...

When it comes to file sharing software, Dropbox is often top of mind: many individuals and organizations use it to simplify their file sharing, syncing, and collaboration. But how secure is Dropbox, and is it right for your organization?To break down Dropbox security effectively, we’ll explain what Dropbox is.What is Dropbox?Dropbox was initially...

A data breach can wreak financial and logistical havoc for companies who experience them, not to mention customers, employees, and others who depend on or work with the breached organization. And even though it seems like data breaches are becoming more pervasive, they continue to severely impact organizations’ carefully built reputations – and may...