Category: File Transfer
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The vulnerability “zombie bite”: What if your vendor is patient zero?
How vendor architecture can cause outbreaks and what CISOs must ask In every zombie apocalypse film, there’s that scene. A trusted survivor begins acting strangely, hiding their arm and insisting, “No, I’m fine.” The…
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Mind the (air) gap: Bridging the divide between IT and OT
If you’re in the business of manufacturing, oil and gas, utilities, transportation or mining, unanticipated downtime is a constant threat. Operational technology (OT) teams live and breathe to maintain the production line and ensure…
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File transfer data breach risk: real or overstated?
Managed file transfer (MFT) vendors often highlight security as a key differentiator between MFT and traditional file transfer solutions. With their vast array of enterprise-grade security controls, MFT solutions are understandably more capable of…
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How to set up a HTTPS file transfer
HTTPS file transfers combine user-friendly file management with enterprise-level security. Supported by SSL/TLS encryption, they ensure data confidentiality, authentication, and integrity. No extra software is needed—just a web browser. Learn how to set up…
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What is SSO and how does it work? a guide for file transfer professionals
What is Single Sign-On (SSO)?
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Why is an enterprise file transfer solution necessary?
In today’s interconnected world, secure and reliable file transfers are vital to business processes. While enterprises have often turned to traditional solutions like File Transfer Protocol (FTP) servers and Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP)…
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Using SFTP with the Cloud
For several decades, SFTP, which stands for Secure File Transfer Protocol or SSH File Transfer Protocol, has been arguably the most widely used solution for transferring sensitive data across the internet. In the past…
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SSH file transfer protocol 101: what it is and when to use it
When it comes to securely transferring files over the internet, the SSH File Transfer Protocol (SFTP) stands out as one of the most trusted and reliable solutions available. Its core security features make it…
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The benefits of secure file transfer software
Any organization that exchanges sensitive files with another party through the internet or any wide area network should carry out those exchanges through some form of secure file transfer software. At a minimum, secure…
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The definitive guide to electronic data interchange (EDI)
In many industries, Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) is increasingly becoming the preferred method of conducting business-to-business (B2B) document exchanges between business partners. EDI enables you to carry out B2B exchanges in an efficient, secure…
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WebDAV vs. FTP: which is better for transferring files?
While the Web Distributed Authoring and Versioning (WebDAV) protocol is more closely associated with collaboration activities, it’s also equipped with file transfer functionality. But how good is it as a file transfer solution? Can…
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How to install a WebDAV client
Despite the growing adoption of cloud-based alternatives, many organizations still use the Web Distributed Authoring and Versioning (WebDAV) protocol for file sharing, versioning, transfer and management. Some companies support it for backward compatibility. Others,…
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What is managed file transfer (MFT)?
Managed file transfer is a category of solutions that enable secure, centrally managed, regulatory-compliant, automated, reliable and efficient data movement. An MFT solution can support a full range of file transfer needs — from…
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What is the fastest way to transfer large files over the internet?
When your business processes involve large files that need to cross the internet in the fastest way possible, look beyond traditional methods like email or cloud-based file sharing services. These methods fall short of…
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What is MFTaaS? an introduction to managed file transfer SaaS
Managed file transfer as a service (MFTaaS) is revolutionizing file transfer workflows by improving efficiency and security while reducing cost and maintenance. Its emergence coincides with businesses seeking to cut expenses, tackle growing cyber…
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The value myth of perpetual licenses
Software has come a long way in the last decade, with emerging technologies helping to improve business processes, productivity and more. One of the largest shifts has been around software licensing, with some solutions…
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What is an FTP site?
An FTP site is a server that enables you to upload and dropdown#toggle” data-dropdown-placement-param=”top” data-term-id=”292785099″>File Transfer Protocol (FTP). Many people use FTP sites to move dropdown#toggle” data-dropdown-placement-param=”top” data-term-id=”292785111″>large files or numerous files from one…
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Best file transfer software for mac and PC users
The file transfer software options available today aren’t all created equal. Evaluating solutions based on your organization’s needs goes beyond splitting hairs over technical features. The best file transfer solution must significantly enhance your…
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How to simplify IT complexity with a secure file transfer service
In an era dominated by digital transformation and the exchange of sensitive data, the security and efficiency of file transfers have become top-of-mind for IT leaders in enterprise-level organizations. When managing complex IT environments…
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Data streaming vs. store-and-forward : ensuring secure data transfers | JSCAPE by redwood
Secure data transfers are pivotal for maintaining a competitive advantage in our swiftly evolving digital landscape. As cybersecurity challenges rise and the shift towards cloud-based ecosystems continues, your strategy for secure data streaming becomes…
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How to setup SFTP public key authentication on the command line
SFTP Public Key Authentication enhances security by allowing users to access SFTP services without passwords, favoring automated transfers. The setup process involves creating a .ssh directory, generating a key pair with ssh-keygen, securing permissions,…
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How to set up a server to server file transfer
Overview In a previous post, we talked about typical situations that call for server to server file transfers. We’re pretty sure some of you want to know how they’re actually set up, so we…
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How to set up an HTTP file transfer
A hypertext transfer protocol (HTTP) file transfer, which is also known as a web file transfer, is one of the most user-friendly methods of sharing files. For users to upload files or download files…
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Active-active vs. active-passive high-availability clustering
Many organizations that can’t afford unexpected downtimes use high availability (HA) clusters to keep mission-critical business processes running smoothly. HA clusters typically come in two types: active-active and active-passive. While both HA clusters can…
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FTP binary and ASCII transfer types and the case of corrupt files
When transferring files through the File Transfer Protocol (FTP), you sometimes need to pay attention to the type of file you transfer and the transfer mode used. When these two don’t match, you could…
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How to protect FTP passwords from brute force attacks
“Always use strong passwords.” – You probably don’t pay too much attention to this advice, do you? A lot of people don’t either. That’s why brute force is still one of the favorite techniques…
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How to reverse proxy HTTP in 3 simple steps
Overview There may be instances when you’d want external users to access HTTP servers located behind your corporate firewall. A secure way of doing that is by allowing access to those servers through a…
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Installing java on CentOS linux
Practically all JSCAPE managed file transfer solutions like MFT Server, MFT Gateway, MFT Synchronizer and MFT Monitor run on Java. So it’s important to know how to install Java on various platforms. In this…
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Amazon s3 vs local storage – where should you store files uploaded to your file transfer server?
Overview Some modern file transfer servers have the built-in capability to store uploaded files in different places. For instance, in JSCAPE MFT Server, you can store uploaded files locally (i.e., on the same machine…
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Setup HTTPS to HTTP reverse proxy | JSCAPE MFT server
In this video, we’ll teach you how to set up a HTTPS to HTTP reverse proxy. This service can come in handy if you have a HTTP Web server hosted in an internal network…
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Demystifying SMTP ports: when to use port 25, 587, 465 or 2525
When you’re tasked with configuring Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP) settings to connect to an email server, you need to get two main values right. Otherwise, your email delivery processes will fail. These values…
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SCP vs. SFTP: 9 key comparisons
Secure Copy Protocol (SCP) and Secure File Transfer Protocol (SFTP) are both widely accepted alternatives to the enduring but highly vulnerable File Transfer Protocol (FTP). Since both protocols run on Secure Shell (SSH), IT…
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What is WebDAV? | WebDAV vs. FTP | JSCAPE MFT Server
Overview: What is WebDAV? Web Distributed Authoring and Versioning, or WebDAV, is a protocol whose basic functionality enables users to share, copy, move, and edit files through a web server. It can also support…
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Rotating and archiving logs in JSCAPE MFT server
Overview A client wanted to know if there was a more efficient way of archiving and/or deleting old log files to clear up some storage space on their managed file transfer server. They were…
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PayPal’s vulnerability exposes security gap
Major companies have been on the alert this year following the high-profile data breaches of several well-known companies, including Target and PF Chang’s. Target’s data breach, which affected 70 million customers in total, cost…
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Three reasons a reverse proxy is worth the investment
For any business, its data is a critical part of its functioning. This data is constantly being accessed and shared among employees, clients and staff, making secure file transfer services essential. With the amount…
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New FTP command: HASH for requesting hash of a file
Have you ever uploaded or downloaded a file, and wanted to verify that there were no errors during the transfer? To make sure that the file on your local system and the remote system…
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Enabling and using WebDAV with JSCAPE MFT server
Demonstrates how to enable and use WebDAV with JSCAPE MFT Server, a platform independent managed file transfer server that supports FTP, secure FTP (FTP over SSL), SFTP/SSH, HTTP, HTTPS and WebDAV protocols.