If you have been following our blogs you know that the ideal FDE architecture has two main components. The actual encryption component is a separate layer from the key management. The encryption can be done by the OS (e.g. BitLocker for Windows or FileVault2 for Mac), by Self-Encrypting Drives (SEDs) or by ISVs such as WinMagic’s FIPS140-2 validated software cryptographic engine.
6 Best Practices for Data Security in the Cloud
Though the cloud offers businesses the opportunity to meet their computing needs with greater scalability, flexibility and cost effectiveness than ever before, it also requires new approaches to data security.
Proactively Secure Your Cloud Deployments And Keep Control Of Your Data
When you move into a new place, one of the first things you do is change all the locks. It’s important to your sense of security that you control who has access to your home. Changing the locks just makes logical and practical sense. This same logic should also be applied to your business thinking when you are looking to secure your sensitive information in a new environment or an environment you don’t fully control.
It’s Time for a Better IaaS Security Solution
Earlier this month, WinMagic announced the general availability of the new security software solution that provides full enterprise controlled key management and encryption for virtual works load running in public and private IaaS environments, SecureDoc CloudVM.
IT Decision Makers have their Head in the “Clouds”
Years ago, tech experts predicted that a new wave of technology would hit the scene and completely rework the way we, well, work. Cloud computing was viewed as the future of the enterprise – at the time, this mysterious yet highly intriguing concept promised to dramatically increased efficiencies that would enable companies to reduce costs and increase business flexibility.
What to Expect at RSA 2016
Arguably the world’s largest and most important Cybersecurity show is just around the corner. With over 30,000 attendees and over 500 highly specialized security specific exhibitors, it is the show which the industry benchmarks itself.
Securing Data – From the Law Office To the Courtroom
With LegalTech fast approaching, it’s more important than ever to understand the challenges of maintaining secure productivity while on-the-go.
Tips for Retailers to Keep Your Data Secure This Black Friday
According to Wikipedia, “in 2014, $50.9 billion was spent during the 4-day Black Friday weekend”. People are eager to jump on the great Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals! What else comes with these amazing sales? Thieves and cybercriminals! They prey on the uninformed organizations that keep their guard down, ready to steal your customer’s credit card information!
The Ultimate Data Encryption Glossary for IT Administrators
IT administrators managing the computer systems of businesses have to be aware of all the different threats that can cause havoc. Part of the process of creating security involves the encryption of information stored and transmitted by the company.
Putting Intelligence in Key Management
Our previous blog posting established that storage encryption technologies, such as full disk encryption (FDE), and their associated key management functions should be separated from each other.