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What Port Does SFTP Use?

What are Ports?Ports, also known as channels, are an integral part of the successful delivery and communication process of secure files. Although the specific protocols that operate on these ports makes the most difference, are you aware of which actual port SFTP uses?What is SFTP?SFTP (SSH File Transfer Protocol) is a file transfer protocol built...
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Open PGP and GoAnywhere MFT: What You Need to Know

Which Solution is Right for You? Open PGP vs. GoAnywhere MFT If you have sensitive files that need to get from point A to Point B securely, you may have considered utilizing Open PGP or a managed file transfer solution, like GoAnywhere MFT. Do you know which option is the best fit for your organization? What is Open PGP? Open PGP is...
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Should You Get Extended Customer Support? FileCatalyst’s Top 3 Reasons Why It’s Worth It

Whether you are purchasing the next trending iPhone or a powerful fast file transfer solution, support is always a bonus feature that provides you a team in your back corner. This sense of security takes a weight off of your shoulders because you know that assistance will be there to alleviate the stress that comes with updates, crashes, and more. Support is undervalued within the world of...
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Netflix Series Black Mirror, Highlights Data Protection– 3 Reasons Why You Should Listen

For good or for bad, the popular NetFlix television show, Black Mirror has global audiences overwhelmed with the future possibilities for technology. The show’s creators appear to have sought out the most extreme plotlines around technological threats, leaving us with digital nightmares. While Black Mirror mainly tackles the negative aspects of the potential advancement in technology, it does...
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Which is Better? - AS2 vs. AS4

AS2 vs. AS4AS2 and AS4 are both popular file transfer protocols that allow businesses to exchange data securely with their business partners. However, what is the difference between them, and which of the two is better?What is AS2?AS2 (Applicability Statement 2) is a protocol specification that’s used to transmit sensitive data securely and reliably...
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Think Your Customer Data was Exposed? Follow These Steps

When a prospect or customer shares personal data with a business, they expect their information will be stored securely, kept safe from vulnerabilities, and used only for the purposes with which it was collected. Whether this data is an email address, a birthday, a personal identifier, or credit card numbers, the weight of trust placed on this...
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Are SFTP Files Encrypted?

The definitive answer to "Are SFTP Files Encrypted," is yes!SFTP, short for Secure Shell (SSH) File Transfer Protocol is a network protocol that organizations use to secure and send file transfers. SFTP is firewall-friendly, supports key-based authentication, encrypts usernames and passwords, and implements strong encryption algorithms.How does SFTP...
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7 Benefits of Using MFT for Encrypted File Transfers

7 Benefits of Using MFT for Encrypted File TransfersAt minimum, a managed file transfer (MFT) solution is a product that encompasses all aspects of inbound and outbound file transfers while using industry-standard network protocols and seamless encryption. It can automate and transfer data across your network, systems, applications, trading partners,...
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The Key Differences Between SFTP and FTP

Last Updated 05/03/2024Are SFTP and FTP the same? While they both transfer files, the answer to this question is ultimately, NO.Secure File Transfer Protocol or SSH File Transfer Protocol (SFTP) and File Transfer Protocol (FTP) are NOT the same thing. SFTP, not to be confused with FTP Secure (FTPS), is a network SFTP is an extension of the 2.0 version...
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Everything You Need to Know About Open PGP Encryption

What is Open PGP?PGP is the backbone of Open PGP. It is an open source standard that allows PGP to be used in software that is typically free to the public. The term "Open PGP" is often applied to tools, features, or solutions that support open source PGP Encryption technology. It is Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF) approved.Open PGP file...
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Automation Operations: 5 Benefits of Automation

Advantages of AutomationVisions of a mechanized world flourished long before the term "automation" was coined. The star of Westinghouse’s exhibit at the 1939 World’s Fair was Electro, a robot that could walk, talk, and count on its fingers. Sadly, Electro and his kind were little more than demonstrations of remote control by human operators. By the...
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5 Benefits of PGP Decryption Using Managed File Transfer

If your trading partners or vendors require you to PGP encrypt or decrypt the files you exchange, you may be on the search for an affordable, trust-worthy PGP software to implement in your organization. The software you’re looking for may also need to support more than basic PGP decrypt and encrypt functionality. You may want it to include a key...
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How to Encrypt Files in Linux

If your organization uses Linux operating systems to run key business processes, it’s important to implement tried-and-tested Linux security practices that support critical files as they transfer from one system to another. One requirement that pops up frequently for Linux users is file encryption. Linux files need to be encrypted seamlessly and...
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Everything You Need to Know about FTP Automation Software

So, you want to automate your FTP file transfers. Whether you send a dozen file transfers a week, hundreds a day, or even more, automation is a smart step for most businesses. The benefits are simple: automatic file transfers cut down on user errors, reduce or eliminate the need for scripts, free up manual time spent on creating and maintaining jobs,...
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How to Prevent Data Breaches with MFT | Checklist and Plan

You know what a data breach looks like in the movies...A character’s computer is suddenly overtaken by lines of green code. Windows and browsers pop up at lightning speed, as if the PC is possessed and has its finger on the fast-forward button.The main characters give each other horrified looks. "We’re being hacked!" a side character shouts, and then...
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PGP vs. GPG: Key Differences in Encryption

The difference between PGP and GPG is that PGP (Pretty Good Privacy) is a proprietary encryption software, while GPG (GNU Privacy Guard) is an open-source implementation of the OpenPGP standard. Both are used for encrypting and decrypting emails, files, and digital communications, but GPG provides greater flexibility, supports more encryption...
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Public Defender’s Office Reduces Manual Data Entry with Secure File Transfer Software

Every organization has legacy processes. Manual data entry, file cabinets full of paper records, sensitive documents sent across the organization by email, or even file transfers sent via homegrown scripts or FTP—all these processes can cause more headaches than their worth. Unfortunately, implementing a new strategy to replace a legacy one isn...
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Five Secure File Transfer Alternatives to FTP

Last Updated: 05/02/2024The Need for Secure File Transfer Protocols“FTP (File Transfer Protocol) served its purpose for its day, but it was never designed to offer up the level of security today’s organizations require, whether for compliance or to help prevent the enormous fiscal and reputational costs a data breach can bring about,” said Chris...
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Why You Should Incorporate Managed File Transfer into Your Cybersecurity Strategy

Managed File Transfer: A New Cybersecurity Strategy for Sensitive FilesEarlier this month, independent news platform Patch reported that Neiman Marcus, a department store chain in the US, has finally agreed to a settlement for their 2014 data breach. They’ll need to "pay $1.5 million and adopt measures to prevent hacks," measures that include the...
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10 Ways to Achieve Automatic File Transfers with GoAnywhere MFT

Here’s a fun fact: When it comes to streamlining file transfer processes, secure FTP automation software is the supporting sidekick to any IT or cybersecurity professional.Like Robin supports Batman and Hawkeye supports Marvel’s Avengers, automatic file transfer software can support your pursuit for top notch cybersecurity, compliance, and encryption...