Resources

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HIPAA Data Security Best Practices

Working in partnership with HealthIT Security, Fortra compiled and curated this informative white paper on the top technical, administrative, and policy expectations stemming from HIPAA. Gain a strong understanding of the types of privacy and security measures that the Department of Health & Human Services (HHS) and Office for Civil Rights (OCR) will be looking for so your...
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How Do Managed File Transfer (MFT) Vendors Stack Up to Each Other?

Get a holistic view of the managed file transfer (MFT) landscape with G2’s MFT Grid Report. Download G2’s MFT Grid Report for an in-depth analysis of vendors in the MFT market space, covering: Satisfaction Ratings of the top MFT vendors based on user reviews of sellers’ ability to satisfy their needs. See how vendors like GoAnywhere MFT, Cleo, MOVEit and 9 more compare. ...
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Five Ways to Improve ePHI for HIPAA/HITECH with Managed File Transfer

The healthcare industry is under increasing pressure to make health information more accessible to both patients and healthcare providers, while simultaneously ensuring that patient data remains private and secure. Managed File Transfer (MFT) solutions can provide the security, control, and visibility that can help the healthcare industry address the current challenges related...
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DMZ Secure Gateways: Secret Weapons for Data Security

Exchanging files with both customers and trading partners is common, but keeping data secure during those exchanges can be a challenge. Finding the right solution can be difficult when you start to consider local and global compliance requirements governing data security, such as: PCI DSS HIPAA SOX GBLA GDPR Companies often install file sharing services (for example, FTP/S...
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Defending Against Data Breach

Data breach incidents are not a temporary statistical aberration, but instead represent a growing epidemic. Given the cost to both companies and their customers, it’s critical that IT teams develop a solid strategy that utilizes the most effective tools when planning to prevent a data breach. Download this data breach guide to: Examine the problems that are creating higher...
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Cybersecurity Myths Debunked

Like many of Greek mythology's greatest heroes, the IT and cybersecurity professionals of today spend years preparing for an attack or test from an unknown creature. Will it be the Hydra-like multifaceted DDoS attack, or the sweet siren song of phishing upon your unfortunate colleagues? Discover what six IT and cybersecurity experts from across the globe have to say about...
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Buyer's Guide: Secure Managed File Transfer

We know finding the right file transfer solution for your organization isn’t an easy process. There are dozens of details to consider, from industry and compliance concerns to critical cybersecurity needs, and they can make choosing a vendor complex. In this ultimate buyer’s guide, you’ll find the information you need to successfully evaluate different managed file transfer...
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Beyond FTP: Securing and Managing File Transfers

FTP made its first appearance in 1971, and it hasn’t changed much over the years. Although it has become the standard for business-to-business file transfers, poor FTP implementation practices have left many businesses with severe security and management issues. There’s a better way. Download the white paper to learn how to bring your FTP implementation into a more modern,...
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GoAnywhere MFT Financial Benefits Study

Many organizations don't have a secure and efficient way to handle data transfers - but is the investment worth the payoff when it comes to managed file software? A study conducted by research firm Goode Intelligence set out to find the answer. This Financial Benefit Study from Goode Intelligence looks at the financial and non-financial benefits of using GoAnywhere Managed...
Press Release

GoAnywhere Director was upgraded and renamed to GoAnywhere MFT.

In July of 2015, GoAnywhere Director was upgraded and renamed to GoAnywhere MFT, which is the next evolution in Managed File Transfer technology. GoAnywhere MFT merges workflow automation capabilities (adapted from GoAnywhere Director) with secure FTP server and collaboration features (adapted from GoAnywhere Services). This provides customers with a unified browser-based...
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Taking Steps to Proactively Address Supply Chain Security Risks

MINNEAPOLIS – June 29, 2022 – In The Logistics Point, Chris Spargen looks at how secure managed file transfer can help organizations combat data loss security risks in the supply chain. Excerpt: “For cybercriminals, supply chains represent a highly tempting target. These highly connected systems often involve the control of millions of pounds worth of payments and shipped...
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GoAnywhere Recognized as 2022 Top Performer in Managed File Transfer by SourceForce

MINNEAPOLIS – May 18, 2022 – Fortra today announced that its managed file transfer (MFT) solution GoAnywhere has been awarded a Spring 2022 Top Performer Award by SourceForge. The award recognizes exceptional companies and products with a significant number of favorable user reviews on the SourceForge website. “We’re delighted to see customers continue to validate GoAnywhere...
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GoAnywhere One of Two Gold Medal Winners for Fortra in the 2022 SoftwareReviews Managed File Transfer Data Quadrant Report

MINNEAPOLIS — April 13, 2022 — Fortra today announced that managed file transfer (MFT) solutions from GoAnywhere and Globalscape have been recognized as gold medalists in the 2022 Managed File Transfer – Enterprise Data Quadrant report from SoftwareReviews, a division of IT research and consulting firm Info-Tech Research Group. GoAnywhere MFT retained its spot as the market...
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Fortra Acquires Terranova Security to Aid Global Customers in Building Localized Employee Security Awareness Training

MINNEAPOLIS —April 8, 2022—Fortra announced today the acquisition of Terranova Security, a leader in global phishing simulation and security awareness training. Available in more than 40 languages, Terranova Security’s platform and content incorporates gamification techniques to increase engagement and knowledge retention. This approach enables all organizations to hone...
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Fortra to Acquire Alert Logic to Enable Customers to Address Cybersecurity Skills Shortage with Hybrid IT Approach

MINNEAPOLIS March 9, 2022—Fortra announced today it has signed a merger agreement to acquire Alert Logic, a well-known leader in managed detection and response (MDR) services. Alert Logic works as a seamless extension of security teams, augmenting existing cybersecurity resources and technology to safeguard on-premise, cloud, SaaS, and hybrid infrastructures. The company’s MDR...
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GoAnywhere Earns Spot on G2's 2022 Best Software Awards for IT Infrastructure Products

MINNEAPOLIS (February 14, 2022) - Fortra today announced that its GoAnywhere MFT software has been named to G2’s 2022 Best Software Awards, placing on the Best IT Infrastructure Products list. G2’s annual Best Software List ranks the world’s best software companies and products based on authentic, timely reviews from real users. GoAnywhere earned this honor thanks in part to...
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GoAnywhere Achieves SOC 2 Type 1 Compliance, Reinforcing its Commitment to Data Security

MINNEAPOLIS – December 6, 2021 – GoAnywhere by Fortra announced today it has successfully completed the SOC 2 (System and Organization Controls) audit assessment for its managed file transfer (MFT) solution. Completing this audit assessment demonstrates Fortra’ commitment to ensuring customers have the highest level of cybersecurity possible as they transfer files. SOC 2...
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Fortra Buys Data Loss Prevention Player Digital Guardian

‘In order for us to compete better, we needed to broaden our capabilities of what we could bring to our customers. We needed to be part of something bigger in order to develop what our customers want,’ says Digital Guardian’s Connie Stack. Read the full article > ...
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Fortra Acquires Enterprise Data Loss Prevention Leader Digital Guardian

    Digital Guardian strengthens Fortra’ data security portfolio with SaaS and managed service-enabled endpoint, network, and cloud data loss prevention. MINNEAPOLIS, October 27, 2021—Fortra announced today the acquisition of Digital Guardian, the industry’s only SaaS provider of data loss prevention (DLP) solutions for large and mid-sized...