Disk and file encryption tools

Encrypting data at rest and in motion, whether at the file level or the disk level, can be a valuable tactic in the fight against hackers. Get advice on how to secure your organization's data disk and file encryption tools and technology.

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Disk and file encryption tools News

March 06, 2020 06 Mar'20
Intel CSME flaw deemed 'unfixable' by Positive Technologies

Positive Technologies researchers discovered a previously disclosed vulnerability in the Intel Converged Security and Management Engine is worse than originally reported.
March 07, 2019 07 Mar'19
Cryptography techniques must keep pace with threats, experts warn

Cryptographers at RSAC 2019 discussed personal data protection laws and challenges, future threats and the pressure for tech companies to work with law enforcement on decryption.
December 20, 2018 20 Dec'18
McAfee: When quantum computing threats strike, we won't know it

Quantum computing systems may not be powerful enough to break current encryption protocols, but McAfee CTO Steve Grobman says it will be tough to tell when that day arrives.
November 12, 2018 12 Nov'18
SSD encryption failures made worse by BitLocker settings

Researchers discover major manufacturers poorly implemented SSD encryption, allowing easy access to data, and Microsoft BitLocker made the issue worse.

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asymmetric cryptography (public key cryptography)

Asymmetric cryptography, also known as public-key cryptography, is a process that uses a pair of related keys -- one public key and one private key -- to encrypt and decrypt a message and protect it from unauthorized access or use. Continue Reading
Follow this Ansible Vault example for encryption best practices

IT admins can choose between two types of encryption methods when they use Ansible Vault: file-level and variable-level. Walk through each model with this brief video. Continue Reading
Symmetric vs. asymmetric encryption: Decipher the differences

Explore the differences between symmetric vs. asymmetric encryption algorithms, including common uses and examples of both, as well as their pros and cons. Continue Reading

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A closer look at new and updated Microsoft security features

Microsoft augments the native protection features in its newer Windows Server releases with cloud-based security products to reduce the likelihood of a successful breach attempt. Continue Reading
What native Android encryption options should IT consider?

Android encryption has evolved over the years, and full-disk encryption isn't an option in Android 10. IT must learn the best native encryption options for managed Android devices. Continue Reading
Quantum computers mean cryptography needs to change, and soon

As quantum computing gains momentum with practical quantum computers due to come online as early as next year, concerns about post-quantum cryptography are pushed to the forefront. Continue Reading

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Best practices to secure data at rest, in use and in motion

With internal and external cyberthreats on the rise, check out these tips to best protect and secure data at rest and in motion. Continue Reading
4 enterprise database security best practices

Beyond protecting enterprise databases from vulnerabilities, it is critical to improve and review their security on a regular basis. Learn more with these database security best practices. Continue Reading
How to use and manage BitLocker encryption

Built into business versions of the Windows OS, Microsoft BitLocker encryption is an integral enterprise encryption tool. Read on to learn how BitLocker works and how to manage it. Continue Reading

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How does Microsoft BitLocker secure local, cloud resources?

The BitLocker encryption technology continues to evolve from its roots as a Windows Vista feature to protect resources both in the local data center and in the Azure cloud platform. Continue Reading
The difference between AES and DES encryption

Choosing to encrypt confidential data with AES or DES encryption is an important cybersecurity matter. Learn about the important differences between AES and DES. Continue Reading
What is post-quantum cryptography and should we care?

Post-quantum cryptographic algorithms are aimed at securing encrypted data against super-powerful computers in the future, but will they even be necessary? Hanno Böck explains. Continue Reading