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Why Choose AS2 for Secure File Transfers?

By Heath Kath on Fri, 11/10/2023
Securing all the data your organization exchanges is a need, not a want in today’s cybersecurity environment. To minimize the risk of a security breach – whether intentionally malicious, or accidental through user error – takes the proverbial village of proactive measures. One of these is employing strong protocols such as AS2 (Applicability Statement 2) when exchanging files. AS2 should be a...
AS2, AS3, and AS4 Transfers
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FTP 101: What are the Basics?

By Heath Kath on Thu, 03/16/2023
There's no shortage of shortage when choosing just the right FTP for your organization. Learn the differences and which FTP may be right for you.
AS2, AS3, and AS4 Transfers
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Education Industry: How MFT Can Help Stretch Resources

By Heath Kath on Fri, 01/13/2023
Educational institutions, from preschools to university systems, face increasing pressure on budgets as well as personnel lately. When every minute and every dollar counts, bolstering existing resources where possible can offer a bit of relief. One way to stretch those human resources is by automating some of the tasks that are repetitive, mundane, and can be done more efficiently and error-free...
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FISMA
HIPAA
PCI DSS
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Is FTPS HIPAA-Compliant?

By Heath Kath on Thu, 12/15/2022
Complying with stringent HIPAA requirements requires strong encryption protocols. GoAnywhere MFT utilizes FTPS, the more commonly used SFTP, and other protocols for secure file sharing.
Compliance
HIPAA
Press Release
Press Release

GoAnywhere by Fortra Achieves AS2 Drummond Certification for MFT, Strengthening Company's Security Suite Stance

MINNEAPOLIS ( December 14, 2021 ) – Fortra announced today that its GoAnywhere managed file transfer (MFT) solution is AS2-certified by  Drummond Group . This certification recognizes that GoAnywhere meets the full interoperability testing, so information is exchanged and received securely and according to the Applicability Statement 2 (AS2) standards. AS2  is a popular protocol specification for...
On-Demand Webinar
On-Demand Webinar

Meeting Compliance Requirements with GoAnywhere

Wed, 09/07/2022
About the Webinar Many organizations have secure file transfer requirements. However, things can get complicated when it comes to securely transferring files – and meeting compliance requirements. If you have secure file transfer requirements between you and your customers and must meet certain regulations (now or in the future), this is the webinar for you! This live webinar will cover the...
Compliance
FISMA
GDPR
HIPAA
PCI DSS
On-Demand Webinar
On-Demand Webinar

HIPAA Data Security Best Practices

Tue, 09/06/2022
In a healthcare environment increasingly dependent on the sharing of electronic protected health information (PHI), covered entities (CEs) must adopt best practices for safeguarding against unauthorized access to sensitive patient data. As a baseline, healthcare organizations need to address HIPAA technical safeguards governing access to ePHI, audit controls for logging data access, maintenance of...
Compliance
HIPAA
Managed File Transfer
Guide
Guide

How Managed File Transfer Addresses HIPAA Requirements for ePHI

As the healthcare industry transitions from primarily using paper documents and patient charts to electronic health records (EHR), the need for a secure and reliable method of sharing electronic protected health information (ePHI) has increased. Get the guide to learn how a managed file transfer solution can help meet HIPAA's PHI requirements and protect your organization internal protected health...
Compliance
HIPAA
Guide
Guide

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 organization can better...
Compliance
HIPAA
Managed File Transfer
Guide
Guide

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 to the electronic...
Compliance
HIPAA
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What Do Emerging Data Privacy Laws in the U.S. Mean for You?

By Heath Kath on Tue, 07/26/2022
What is Data Privacy? One can think of data privacy as all the processes involved in how confidential or personal information or data is collected, used, and shared or governed. No singular policy governs data privacy, with requirements and penalties varying across states and countries. Data privacy laws are legal constructs that set clear lines around which data is considered sensitive, what...
Compliance
HIPAA
PCI DSS
Managed File Transfer
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HIPAA vs. HITRUST: The Key Differences

By Heath Kath on Wed, 04/13/2022
What is HIPAA? HIPPA, or the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act, is a federal law that addresses regulatory compliance for healthcare organizations. HIPAA sets the standard for protecting sensitive patient data and applies to any company that deals with protected health information (PHI). HIPAA requires healthcare organizations and their business associates to implement...
Compliance
HIPAA
Press Release
Press Release

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 solution focuses on...