The integration of and FileCatalyst —both powerful solutions under the Fortra cybersecurity portfolio—offers a definitive answer to this problem. By combining accelerated file transfer with deep, automated content inspection, this powerhouse architecture enables enterprises to move large files globally without compromising on security or compliance. The Core Challenge of Big Data Movement
Administrators can define policies based on user, file type, content, and destination. For example: "Allow Marketing to send large video files to Vendor X, but strip all metadata and block any transfer of financial spreadsheets."
Cybercriminals frequently disguise malware inside large media files or complex documents. The integration ensures that incoming high-speed assets are stripped of active content, preventing ransomware attacks before they can execute. Ideal Use Cases
FileCatalyst places a strong emphasis on security, using features like end-to-end encryption, access controls, and detailed auditing to ensure that files are transferred securely.
FileCatalyst uses , a connectionless protocol that sends packets continuously without waiting for acknowledgment. The speed difference is staggering: a 1GB file sent from London to Tokyo via TCP took 1 hour and 27 seconds . The same file via UDP took just 1 minute and 27 seconds —41.4 times faster.
: The "sanitized," safe file is then accelerated across the globe by FileCatalyst. If you'd like to dive deeper, let me know:
By combining , an accelerated file transfer solution, with Clearswift , an enterprise-grade digital loss prevention (DLP) and threat protection platform, organizations achieve a secure, high-speed data ecosystem.
modifies content in real time as it is analyzed. Metadata, revision history, document properties, and other hidden information—including executables, images, and structural data—can be transparently removed to protect critical information. For example, Clearswift can detect an image, analyze it, and redact any sensitive information, allowing the safe file to continue to its recipient even if the image was embedded in a Word document or ZIP file.
: An adaptive DLP and threat protection solution that inspects content in real-time. It can automatically redact sensitive information or sanitize malicious code (e.g., hidden script files or distorted images) from documents without blocking communication entirely. The Integrated Solution FileCatalyst provides the velocity required for massive data exchange, Clearswift
In the modern enterprise, data doesn't just sit still—it moves. From media conglomerates transferring 4K video footage across continents to manufacturing firms sending CAD files to production floors, the need for speed is absolute.
Clearswift FileCatalyst is a cloud-based MFT platform that provides a secure and scalable way to transfer large files and data sets. The solution is designed to meet the needs of organizations across various industries, including finance, healthcare, government, and more. FileCatalyst offers a range of features and functionalities that enable fast, secure, and reliable file transfers, including:
Defense agencies operate over IP networks (SIPRNet/NIPRNet) with massive latency. They need FileCatalyst to move satellite imagery. They need Clearswift to strip metadata (GPS coordinates, timestamps) from images before they leave a classified environment.
| | Acceleration Features | |---|---| | Deep Content Inspection (DCI) | UDP-based transfer protocol (up to 10 Gbps) | | Adaptive Data Loss Prevention (A-DLP) | Cross-platform support (Windows, Mac, Linux) | | Adaptive redaction and sanitization | Resilient to high latency and packet loss | | Dual antivirus (Sophos + Avira) | API-driven automation | | Optical character recognition | Cloud deployment on AWS, Azure, or VMware | | Anti-steganography detection | Pay-per-use cloud service (FileCatalyst Spaces) | | Metadata stripping | Integration with major cloud storage providers |
For organizations ready to evaluate this solution, the next step is to request a personalized quote from Fortra or an authorized reseller, and to conduct a proof-of-concept deployment to verify performance under real-world conditions.
