< News Protect your data from AI’s insatiable appetite 14 Apr 2026 AI-driven scrapers harvest vast amounts of web content to train models, often without consent. This can erode revenue, expose proprietary and private information, and create security risks as bots probe forms, logins, and APIs. Unchecked scraping not only risks your valuable business intelligence and intellectual property, it also fuels downstream misuse of your content and customer data. More serious than lost page views and duplicated content inhibiting SEO, AI scraping can lead to privacy breaches and automated attacks that exploit exposed endpoints. Legal remedies are slow! Technical controls should be your first line of defence. How to protect your site and data • Audit and classify sensitive endpoints such as forms, APIs, and subscriber content. • Harden access with authenticated APIs, strict Cross-Origin Resource Sharing, and robust rate limits. • Use bot management and Content Delivery Networks that detect behaviour-based scraping and block suspicious traffic at the edge. • Deploy CAPTCHAs, honeypots, and fingerprinting to distinguish humans from automated agents. • Monitor and respond with IP blocking, anomaly alerts, and takedown processes when misuse is discovered. Add MFT to your Defences Managed File Transfer (MFT) provides a secure, auditable channel for moving files and sensitive data between systems and partners. MFT platforms, such as the industry-leading GoAnywhere MFT , offer end-to-end encryption, role-based access, detailed audit trails, and automated workflows that reduce ad-hoc file sharing. They can close common gaps that scrapers and opportunistic bots exploit. Modern MFT solutions also simplify compliance with regulations by centralising transfer policies and logging, and they outperform legacy FTP/SFTP setups by adding visibility and automated validation. For organisations handling high volumes of sensitive transfers, MFT reduces risk while improving operational reliability and incident response. Layer IT Up Protecting content in the AI era requires layers: legal notices and copyright may help, but technical controls - rate limits, bot detection, continuous monitoring, and secure transfer platforms like MFT - stop most AI scrapers before they can create a problem. Start with a risk inventory and add MFT everywhere that file movement is business-critical. Help Right Here Generic Systems Australia is Fortra’s #1 GoAnywhere Partner in Australia and New Zealand, with decades of experience enabling organisations to become more efficient, organised and protected. Our Migration Service makes transitions even easier. If you’d like a no-cost, no-obligation discussion about how we could help you simply and affordably adopt an advanced MFT solution, please feel welcome to get in touch with our Business Manager, Bradley Copson. Previous Next

< News Boards Warned on Increased Middle East Cyber Risk 2 Apr 2026 Law firm Gilbert & Tobin has issued sage advice for Boards and senior management regarding the heightened cyber security risks from the Middle East conflict. Materially Increased Risk Gilbert & Tobin say the escalating armed conflict in the Middle East has “materially increased cyber risk for Australian organisations”. S&P Global Ratings recently observed that the war and broader geopolitical tensions have driven a significant increase in state-sponsored cyberattacks. Common targets are critical infrastructure, financial services, government and the private sector. The attacks typically attempt to dislocate essential services, disrupt supply chains and destabilise economies. Reports from cyber security specialists indicate an increase in phishing campaigns, ransomware-style attacks, data exfiltration and malware deployment targeting energy systems, financial institutions and government networks. Critically, supply chain links mean organisations well outside the immediate conflict zone, including in Australia and New Zealand, face indirect but material risk. The Australian Signals Directorate’s Australian Cyber Security Centre (ACSC) has also been actively issuing alerts concerning the exploitation of network infrastructure by sophisticated threat actors, including state-sponsored groups. This is not a hypothetical risk. Modern conflicts routinely extend into cyberspace. For affected organisations, the consequences can include mandatory regulatory reporting obligations, enforcement actions, economic and reputational harm and litigation. Actions You Should Take Gilbert & Tobin recommend the following immediate steps: Board acknowledgement and oversight Boards should formally acknowledge the heightened external cyber threat environment at their next meeting. Directors should require the Chief Information Technology Officer and Chief Information Security Officer to review their organisation's current exposure to the external threat landscape and report back to the board on assessed risk and actions being taken. The reporting should address the adequacy of existing security controls, any gaps identified and a timeline for remediation. Active board engagement on cyber risk is increasingly expected by regulators and is consistent with good corporate governance. Proactive threat intelligence and risk posture review CITOs and CISOs should proactively review threat intelligence feeds from the ACSC, industry information-sharing bodies and trusted commercial threat intelligence providers. This includes monitoring for indicators of compromise associated with state-sponsored and hacktivist groups linked to the conflict, reviewing the organisation's risk posture against current attack vectors (including spear-phishing, ransomware and exploitation of network edge devices) and ensuring that detection and monitoring capabilities are calibrated to the heightened threat level. Organisations should ensure they are subscribed to ACSC alert service and are acting promptly on advisories. Organisations using a Managed Services Provider should engage with them to understand how they can support this review and uplift. Cyber insurance policy review Organisations should urgently review their cyber insurance policies for exclusions relating to war, armed conflict, or nation-state actors. In the current environment, where the lines between criminal cybercrime and state-sponsored operations are increasingly blurred, there is a real risk that insurers may seek to rely on these exclusions to deny or limit claims. Incident response plan testing Organisations should test their cyber incident response plans now. This includes conducting tabletop exercises that simulate scenarios relevant to the current threat environment, such as a ransomware attack attributed to a state-linked actor, or a supply chain compromise originating from a conflict-affected region. Organisations should proactively identify key response contacts, including forensic vendors, external legal counsel, insurers and relevant regulatory notification contacts and ensure those details are current and accessible. Supply chain and third-party risk assessment Organisations should review their supply chain and third-party dependencies for exposure to the conflict and associated cyber threats. Threat actors are known to exploit interconnections between organisations. Compromised suppliers and service providers can have cascading effects. Your review should prioritise third parties with operations in, or connections to, the affected region, as well as critical technology and infrastructure providers. Local Support Generic Systems Australia is always available to help Australian and New Zealand organisations enhance their cyber security through the world’s leading Managed File Transfer solution, GoAnywhere MFT . If we can help you consider how MFT can affordably bolster your cyber security in these troubled times, please get in touch . Previous Next

< News Battle “Breach Fatigue” with Managed File Transfer 16 Dec 2025 With the festive season fast approaching, many in business may be left feeling a little fatigued by what has been a hectic business year. But none more so than your beleaguered IT team. In 2025 they’ve been facing relentless waves of cyber-attack. From phishing campaigns to ransomware threats, they’ve needed to maintain constant vigilance to defend against the hordes of cyber criminals eager to steal your organisational data. In a phenomenon known as “Breach Fatigue”, a state of near exhaustion occurs when IT teams become desensitised to the sheer volume of alerts, warnings, and incidents they must manage daily. The consequences are serious: slower response times, overlooked vulnerabilities, and a creeping sense of burnout. Human Toll IT departments are inundated with hundreds of alerts each day, ranging from minor anomalies to potentially serious threats. Over time, the sheer volume of these notifications becomes mentally exhausting, making it increasingly difficult for teams to distinguish genuine risks from false positives. This operational overload not only slows response times but also raises the likelihood of critical signals being overlooked. As fatigue sets in, vigilance naturally declines. Teams may unconsciously lower their guard, treating new alerts as routine rather than recognising the urgency each one demands. This reduced attentiveness can allow real threats to slip through undetected, leaving systems exposed to breaches that could otherwise have been prevented with sharper focus. The constant exposure to high-stakes scenarios also takes a toll on morale. IT professionals working under relentless pressure often experience burnout, which can lead to disengagement or even resignation. When skilled staff leave, organisations face knowledge gaps and weakened defences, compounding the vulnerability created by Breach Fatigue. Financial Toll The financial consequences of this cycle are significant. A single overlooked breach can trigger costly downtime, regulatory fines, and lasting reputational damage. Breach Fatigue magnifies these risks by eroding the organisation’s defensive posture, turning what might have been a manageable incident into a major financial and operational setback. MFT Lightens the Load One way to alleviate Breach Fatigue is by reducing the number of potential breach vectors. Managed File Transfer (MFT) technology provides a secure, automated framework for moving sensitive data across systems, partners, and users. Unlike ad hoc file sharing methods — such as email attachments or unsecured FTP — MFT is designed with security and compliance at its core. MFT solutions encrypt files both in transit and at rest, ensuring that sensitive data cannot be intercepted or tampered with. This reduces the number of alerts IT teams must chase down related to insecure transfers. Instead of tracking multiple file-sharing platforms, IT staff gain a single dashboard to monitor transfers. This consolidation cuts down on noise and helps teams focus on genuine anomalies. By automating repetitive file transfer processes, MFT reduces human error — a common cause of breaches — and frees IT staff to focus on higher-value security work. MFT platforms often include built-in compliance features, such as audit trails and role-based access controls. This not only strengthens security but also reduces the stress of preparing for regulatory audits. Here to Help If you’re considering supporting your hard-working IT team with a Managed File Transfer solution, please feel welcome to get in touch . I’m always available for an obligation-free exploration of how MFT can help your business. I and my team have many years of experience helping companies big and small painlessly and affordably implement MFT solutions. At Generic Systems Australia , we’re your local experts in Managed File Transfer. Previous Next

< News "The Case of the Camouflaged CSV" 3 Sept 2025 It was a typical rainy Wednesday in the Cloud. I was nursing a lukewarm S3 bucket of coffee that was almost as bitter as my ex-wife. And that’s when she sauntered into my inbox—legs for days and resolution to match. Said she’d lost something precious: a young .CSV file named “Quarterly_P&L_FINAL_FINAL_v7.docx”. She’d been told I was the kind of dupe who could go find it. And I knew right then this case was going to be messier than an Agile Standup on a Friday afternoon. “Please,” she purred, her pixel-perfect lips trembling. “She vanished right after I hit ‘Send.’ Now she’s nowhere. Not in my Sent Mail. Not in OneDrive. Not in Dropbox. Not even in the Recycle Bin. Just… gone.” I leaned back in the battered Aeron I’d accepted from the last dame who hadn’t had the means to pay me, and reassured her I’d seen this kind of thing way too many times before. “Could be the work of Miss Configuration,” I mused. “Or worse… hackers.” “Please,” she begged, making like the waterworks were about to flow. “You’ve got to F1 me.” I sighed wearily… I’m always a sucker for a dame in distress. But she was right - I was her only chance of being reunited with her beloved .CSV. So I zipped up my trench coat, flipped my firewall to DND, and hit the dirty streets of cyberspace. First stop: the Dark Web. Sin City City plans don’t show where the Dark Web district begins. Nor is there any bullet-ridden road sign to let you know when you’ve crossed from the mean streets to the even meaner streets. But I knew I was there when I saw the familiar shady characters loitering — pop-up hustlers, cookie pushers, and a guy selling expired SSL certificates within the folds of a battered trench coat. I asked around for leads. “Try The Cache,” said a greasy bookmark with a twitchy scroll wheel. “Files go there to be forgotten.” Cold Cache I didn’t need directions. The Cache was a hidden side bar accessible only through a back door. I gave the bored muscle the password I’d bought from a PII broker and pushed into the shadowy crowd of malware and malcontents. The bartender—a grizzled old exe named Clippy—eyeballed me with suspicion before recognising me. “Well, well… if it ain’t GoAnywhere Gumshoe,” he said, polishing some code with a Dirty Markup tea towel. “Chasing another ghost in the machine?” “Not this time, Clippy,” I said. “This time she’s a file. A CSV. Corporate. Probably jacked full of lies and pivot tables.” Clippy winced. “You don’t want that kind of trouble. Last guy in here who asked about spreadsheets is still in a recursive loop.” I slipped Clippy a few kilobytes and he pointed me towards a shadowy booth. In it sat a rogue AI named DataDaemon, sniffing packets as he pored over a Docker container. “Yeah, she was here,” DataDaemon confirmed. “That file you’re looking for. But she wasn’t flying solo. She was hanging off the arm of… him.” “Who…?” “The PDF.” The Unusual Suspect I cursed under my bandwidth. The PDF—slick, immutable, and always up to something. But I had something up my sleeve that the PDF wouldn’t have counted on. It was for a case just like this one that I’d always maintained The Logs. And now The Logs were going to lead me through the brooding labyrinthine of the metadata metropolis, straight to The PDF and his hostage CSV. In no time, I tracked The PDF to a sleazy compression joint called The Zipper Club. He was lounging in a NAS, smug as a first gen backup, not suspecting a RAID. “Searching for your cute little CSV?” he sneered. “Well she ain’t going back. She craved permanence. And I gave her structure. Fonts that don’t shift. Headers that don’t cry.” I lunged at him, but he was fast—encrypted and password protected. I barely clocked his checksum before he was out the door and into the swirling Cloud again. A Ctrl-Breakthrough Back at my office, I stared at the blinking cursor. The trail seemed to have gone cold. It had been a busy day, and my RAM felt fried. But I had a reputation to maintain. I’d never failed a client before… and I sure as hell wasn’t going to fail this one, either. Running through The Logs one more time, I saw it… a timestamp: 3:14 a.m. That was bang in the middle of the witching hour for network traffic — prime time for somnambulant systems to engage in mundane crosstalk and perform glacial backups. I picked up the CSV’s trail again in a neglected SharePoint graveyard. And then there she was, buried six layers deep in folders labelled “Misc”, “Old Stuff” and “DO NOT DELETE”. I exhumed her gently. She was intact, but changed. Her margins were off. Her fonts had gone rogue. Someone had run a mail merge on her. I brought her back to Miss JPEG, and this time, there was no holding back the flood of pixelated tears. “You found her,” she said. “But she’s… different.” “Aren’t we all,” I said, pointing my chin in the direction of the window, where a new day was shooting the first golden rays of hope through the night’s dark Cloud. I gestured towards CSV’s Version History. “She’s still there,” I said. “Just sleeping. Until you restore her.” Epilogue I leaned back in my Aeron and tipped my fedora over my eyes. I knew today would bring another client, another case, another missing file. But for now, the system was stable. And I was still the best damn gumshoe on the cyberspace beat. Fade to black. Cue saxophone MIDI. If you’d like a GoAnywhere Gumshoe protecting your files, please don’t hesitate to contact me . At Generic Systems Australia , we’re your local experts in Managed File Transfer technology. Previous Next

< News $21T at stake as Medibank pursued over cyber breaches 6 June 2024 Australia’s privacy watchdog has announced it will take legal action against Medibank Private for allegedly failing to protect the medical details of 9.7 million Australians. Russian cybercriminals hacked and then sold the deeply personal medical details of some Australians in 2022. The Office of the Australian Information Commissioner alleges Medibank “failed to take reasonable steps to protect personal information it held given its size, resources, the nature and volume of the sensitive and personal information it handled, and the risk of serious harm for an individual in the case of a breach.” Contraventions of section 13G of the Privacy Act for each of Medibank’s 9.7 million customers could attract a maximum civil penalty of up to $2,220,000 each – that’s $21 trillion in total. Medibank has said it will defend the proceedings. The potential size of the claim shows the watchdog’s intention to warn other companies about their responsibility to protect citizens’ data they collect. “Organisations that collect, use and store personal information have a considerable responsibility to ensure that data is held safely and securely. That is particularly the case when it comes to sensitive data,” Privacy Commissioner Carly Kind said. “This case should serve as a wake-up call to Australian organisations to invest in their digital defences to meet the challenges of an evolving cyber landscape. Organisations have an ethical as well as legal duty to protect the personal information they are entrusted with and a responsibility to keep it safe.” If you’d rather prevent cybertheft than defend it in court, consider how a Managed File Transfer solution can help protect your data in transit, at rest, and in the cloud. Our free resources are a good starting point, and our Business Manager Bradley Copson is always happy to have an obligation-free discussion and provide a free Proof of Concept. Previous Next

< News Survey finds IT leaders increasingly focussed on PROACTIVE cybersecurity 12 June 2024 Australian IT leaders are increasingly focusing on proactive cybersecurity, according to a new survey released today. In a survey conducted by Tenable, IT leaders said that, while the ability to respond to and recover from cyber incidents remained essential, they are now focusing more on preventing such incidents altogether. Preventative measures they are investing in include: access controls and monitoring (64%) regular software updates and patch management (64%), and regular employee training and education on cybersecurity best practices (60%). Dark Tide Rising The most recent Australian Signals Directorate Report shows that cybercrime is on the increase for enterprises. On average, a new report is received every six minutes, up 23% year on year. The average cost of cybercrime has also increased by up to 14%. Saving Ransoms, Reputations, Operating Costs Adopting preventative cybersecurity measures isn’t only saving companies from the costs of cybercrime. Companies who take proactive steps say they are also benefiting from lower cyber insurance premiums. 44% of IT leaders experienced reductions ranging from 5% to 15%. Reductions of that magnitude demonstrate that insurers too are recognising the effectiveness of proactive cybersecurity. Proactive, Layered Defence A proactive strategy for storing, transferring and securing data is essential for keeping cyberthieves at bay. A layered approach - secure file transfer, secure content engines, secure digital rights management, and employee education – is the optimal way to prevent data breaches. At Generic Systems Australia , we recommend the class-leading secure managed file transfer solution, GoAnywhere MFT , to keep data safe - at rest, and in transit. Coupled with our Advanced Threat Protection Bundle , we enable organisations to safely collaborate without exposing systems to the risks of malware gaining a foothold within their IT systems. About The Survey Tenable partnered with Pure Profile to collect data from more than 200 IT and cybersecurity leaders across the insurance, banking, education, healthcare and transport industries in Australia. If you’d like to join the growing number of IT managers taking strong preventative measures to avoid cybercrime, please get in touch with me, Bradley Copson ( mail to :bradley@gensys.com.au ). I’m always happy to have an obligation-free discussion, explain how simply we can transition you from outdated software and approaches, and offer you a zero-cost Proof of Concept. At Generic Systems Australia , we’re your local experts in secure Managed File Transfer. Previous Next

< News Australian Data Breaches More Costly Than Ever: Report 6 Aug 2026 The average cost of a data breach for Australian organisations has grown to A$4.19M in 2026, according to IBM’s Cost of a Data Breach Report 2026. Good News / Bad News The good news - if there’s anything “good” about losing $4M to hackers - is that Australia ranked 14th of the 16 countries IBM analysed, ahead of only India and Brazil. We’re also well below the global average of A$7.07M. The bad news is that Australian breach costs jumped 16% year on year, outpacing the global increase of 12%. Only South Africa (22%) and Germany (18%) saw sharper rises. Costs rose in every region this year, and Australia is climbing faster than most. In other words, the gap between Australia and the rest of the world is closing. Record Global Costs Globally, breach costs hit a record high, driven largely by detection, escalation and lost business costs. The mean time to identify and contain a breach rose to 247 days, reversing five years of improvement. Phishing remained the top initial attack vector for the 4th year running, and it was also the costliest at A$7.18M per breach. AI-driven attacks are making breaches faster and cheaper to launch, and more expensive to find and fix. MFT Protects One of the most overlooked breach risks sits in plain sight: how organisations move files. And that’s why securing the data-movement layer is one of the most cost-effective defences an Australian organisation can invest in. Every day, sensitive data leaves the building via email attachments, ad-hoc FTP scripts, and consumer file-sharing tools. These movements channels offer little or no encryption, oversight or audit trail. Managed File Transfer (MFT) closes that gap by encrypting your data in transit and at rest. This is critical, given only 37% of breached organisations globally had encrypted their sensitive data at the time of breach. Automated, policy-driven transfers replace manual processes, cutting exposure to the phishing and social engineering attacks that top the vector list. They also provide central control and visibility – one platform, one set of access controls, full audit logs - so you know exactly what moved, where, and when. This enables you to detect and fix anomalies faster. Here to Help At Generic Systems Australia we have decades of experience helping Australian and New Zealand organisations protect themselves against malware and other cyber attacks through the power of the world’s leading MFT solution, GoAnywhere . Our Migration Service makes the transition even easier. If you’d like a no-cost, no-obligation discussion about how we could help you simply and affordably protect your file transfers with an MFT solution, please feel welcome to get in touch with me . At Generic Systems Australia, we’re your local experts in Secure Managed File Transfer. Previous Next

< News GoAnywhere declared "Best MFT" 6 Nov 2023 GoAnywhere judged to be Best Managed File Transfer Solution Transferring data is the lifeblood of a modern organisation. Securely sharing critical information between employees, suppliers and customers is essential to efficient operations. Last year, respected tech analysts Info-Tech evaluated the most popular MFT software and vendors. Their analysis, which took into account vendor experience and capabilities, product features and customer satisfaction, found GoAnywhere to be the top MFT solution. So, what led Info-Tech’s judges to recommend GoAnywhere for businesses seeking a secure and efficient file transfer solution…? Unmatched Versatility: GoAnywhere MFT offers an all-encompassing platform for secure file transfers, automation, and seamless cloud integration. Some competitive offerings don’t support Cloud Deployment. GoAnywhere’s versatility and extensive feature set impressed Info-Tech's evaluators, leading them to conclude it was the ideal choice for businesses with diverse transfer needs. User-Friendly Efficiency : User-friendliness is key element of efficient in business operations, and Info-Tech found that GoAnywhere MFT really delivers on this front. From IT specialists to non-technical professionals, the platform's intuitive design streamlines file transfers, task scheduling, and security management. Fortified Security: In this era of increased data breach risk, GoAnywhere’s robust encryption and access controls keep sensitive data protected. Stellar Customer Reviews : 93% of GoAnywhere reviewers said they would likely recommend the solution. The solution’s composite review score was 8.9 out of 10. Budget-Conscious Investment : Info-Tech found GoAnywhere MFT to be a supremely cost-effective solution, with attractive pricing strategies. Responsive Support and Ongoing Updates : Info-Tech applauded GoAnywhere for its responsive customer support and regular updates, ensuring business continuity. Market Leader – for a reason GoAnywhere MFT's combination of versatility, security, ease of use, and budget-friendliness has propelled it to the top of the MFT market, as recognised by Info-Tech. For businesses on the quest for a comprehensive and reliable file transfer solution, GoAnywhere MFT is the smart and strategic choice. Want to Learn More? Generic Systems Australia is the Asia-Pacific region’s leading provider of secure MFT solutions. If you’d like to explore how your organisations’ efficiency and bottom line could be boosted through MFT technology, please feel free to contact our Business Manager , Bradley Copson , for an obligation-free discussion, or read more on our website . Previous Next

Annual Upgrade & Health Check Service Take the time, effort and risk out of ensuring your GoAnywhere environment is up to date and running smoothly! Our Annual Upgrade and Health Check Service provides dedicated resources to update your organisation’s GoAnywhere environment to the latest version. One of our experienced local Technical Consultants will review your organisation’s upgrade strategy, conduct a Health Check of your system and consult with you on any risks and compatibility issues potentially associated with your upgrade. What’s Included: Pre-Upgrade System Evaluation: Prior to upgrade, our local specialist will conduct an evaluation of your existing environment to identify issues and configurations that require special attention before upgrading. Preparation Meeting: a local GoAnywhere expert will present the findings and verify the scope of the upgrade. Upgrade: Our local GoAnywhere expert will assist with the upgrade of your environment, staying on hand to address any issues that may arise during the upgrade process. Rollback: In the unlikely event you encounter an unforeseen production issue, we will provide up to two hours of services to mitigate the issue. If the issue cannot be resolved, we will guide you through the rollback process and restore GoAnywhere to the previous working state. Health Check: We’ll evaluate the security configurations, performance logs, and overall health of your system. Our local GoAnywhere experts will check the number of licenses, workspaces, and job logs, and assist with optimising them. They’ll also advise you of opportunities to further leverage your investment in GoAnywhere to improve your organisation’s efficiency and security. Our Annual Upgrade and Health Check Service delivers the most up to date release of Fortra's GoAnywhere MFT and best practices. Download the Product Datasheet below for comprehensive details, and then Contact Us to schedule your Upgrade and Health Check! Download the Product Datasheet

GoAnywhere Modules Available to License Fortra's GoAnywhere is a robust and complete managed file transfer solution. Augmenting its capabilities are Modules that can satisfy an even broader array of file transfer requirements. You can choose to license and pay for only the modules you currently need, and easily unlock additional modules, if necessary. ADVANCED WORKFLOWS The Advanced Workflows Module is used when you are initiating the transfer (push/pull), if PGP encryption/decryption is needed, if data needs to be pulled from or uploaded to a database, and if additional actions in a workflow need to be called before/after a file exchange. GoAnywhere MFT includes more than 60 built-in tasks for performing a wide variety of business processes. This includes tasks to retrieve and distribute files, transform data, encrypt/decrypt files, compress/decompress files and interact with databases. Other tasks can be used to call native commands, execute programs, send emails, search and replace file contents and more. You can also build your own custom tasks to use within Projects. This is especially helpful if you need to perform special processing or connect to ERP systems and other applications using proprietary interfaces. Multiple tasks can be "chained" together within a Project to perform a series of steps. For example, a Project could be defined with a task to retrieve an XML file from a trading partner, then another task to parse the XML and finally a task to import the data into a database table. Built-in Tasks include: -Compression (inc Zip, UnZip, GZip, GUnzip, Tar, Untar) -Database (SQL statements supported by the database server) -Data Translation (inc CSV, Excel, Fixed-Width, Flat File, XML, JSON, RowSet) -Email & SMS -File System -File Transfer -Integration (IBM I, Native Commands, SSH commands, ICAP, SNMP Trap) -Job Control (Calls to Modules and Projects, If/Else Conditionals, Timing, Error logging etc) -Loops (Do-While, For-Each, Iterate, While etc) -Miscellaneous (Base64, Deny Trigger Event, Print, Secure Form Response, Set Variable, Timestamp) -Message Queue (Send, Retrieve, Commit, Rollback etc) -PGP (Encryption, Decryption, Sign, Verify) -Project (Comment, Import, Modules, Variables) -Reports (>20 customisable Reports) -Web Services (JWT, SOAP, REST) SFTP SERVER The SFTP Server Module handles the server side of an SFTP transfer. Your partner connects to you via SFTP and initiates the transfer. An SFTP server provides a way for organisations to securely exchange sensitive files over a network. SFTP helps ensure data integrity and security by using encryption and authentication during the file transfer process. GoAnywhere MFT, an enterprise-level file transfer solution, allows your trading partners to securely exchange files with your organisation using SFTP (SSH File Transfer Protocol) and SCP (Secure Copy) protocols. The solution also supports the latest SSH 2.0 protocol standard and allows for both password and SSH key authentication. An encrypted tunnel is created between the SFTP server in GoAnywhere MFT and any trading partners, which protects all data, user ids, passwords and commands that flow over the connection. Secure FTP is critical for compliance with PCI DSS, HIPAA, HITECH, SOX and state privacy laws. Through GoAnywhere’s SFTP client, organisations can exchange files between their local system and a remote server, with data encrypted via the SSH protocol. SFTP Server Features: -Highly scalable with no restrictions on the number of trading partners. -Support for multiple listeners with configurable port numbers -Remote administration and monitoring through a browser-based interface -Robust security and granular permission controls -Multiple authentication methods; database, Active Directory (AD), LDAP and IBM i -Administrators can view active sessions for logged-in users -Event triggers to automatically process files or send email notifications -Support for client requests to resume file transfers -Configurable settings for maximum number of sessions, maximum login failures and idle timeouts -ZLIB compression to reduce bandwidth requirements -Ability to accept or reject files with certain extensions -Allows only strong NIST-certified encryption algorithms when in FIPS 140-2 Compliance mode -Can be installed in the private network without opening inbound ports, when paired with GoAnywhere Gateway in the DMZ SFTP Logging Audit trails (logs) are generated for all SFTP and SCP sessions in GoAnywhere MFT to meet auditing and compliance requirements. This detail includes: -commands issued -messages -IP addresses -user ids -file names transferred. Log messages can additionally be sent to a SYSLOG server using UDP or TCP connections. SSH Key Management Intuitive graphical screens are provided in GoAnywhere MFT to allow for the management of SSH Keys. This Key Manager can be used to create SSH public and private keys, import and export keys, and view keys. Both RSA and DSA key types are supported with key lengths up to 4096 bits. High Availability Planning with SFTP When it comes to file transfers, it’s critical that organisations are able to complete them without disruption. Businesses can choose from either active-passive and active-active high availability plans. -Active-passive plan failure downtime for trading partners can run from a few seconds to a few hours depending on how organisations start the passive system. -Active-active plan failure downtime is most commonly zero because there is always a backup system that can take over in a moment of system failure. These high availability plans can help organisations minimise and avoid downtime, meet SLAs, and increase user satisfaction. Standards Support for SFTP Server: -Protocol: SSH 2.0 -Ciphers: AES-128, AES-192, AES-256, Triple DES (DESede), Blowfish -MAC Algorithms: HMAC-SHA1, HMAC-SHA2-256, HMAC-MD5 -Key Exchange Algorithms: diffie-hellman-group1-sha1, diffie-hellman-group14-sha1, diffie-hellman-group-exchange-sha1, diffie-hellman-group-exchange-sha256 -Compression: ZLIB FTPS SERVER The FTPS Server Module handles the server side of a FTPS transfer. Your partner connects to you via FTPS and initiates the transfer. GoAnywhere MFT acts as FTPS software that allows your trading partners to securely exchange files with your organisation using FTPS (FTP over SSL/TLS) protocol. GoAnywhere MFT supports both implicit SSL and explicit SSL connection types. Dual factor authentication can be performed using user ids, passwords and certificates. An encrypted tunnel will be created between the FTPS server in GoAnywhere MFT and any trading partners, which will protect all data, user ids, passwords and commands that flow over the connection. Secure FTP is critical for compliance with many data privacy laws. FTPS Server Software Features: -No restrictions on the number of trading partners -Support for multiple listeners with configurable port numbers -Remote administration and monitoring through a browser-based interface -Robust security and granular permission controls -Multiple authentication methods; database, Active Directory (AD), LDAP, and IBM i -Administrators can view active sessions for logged-in users -Event triggers to automatically process files or send email notifications -Support for client requests to resume file transfers -Anonymous logins can be enabled or disabled -Custom welcome and logout messages -Authentication can be performed using self-signed and 3rd-party signed certificates -Configurable settings for maximum number of sessions, maximum login failures, and idle timeouts -Ability to accept or reject files with certain extensions -Allows only strong NIST-certified encryption algorithms when in FIPS 140-2 Copliance mode -Can be installed in the private network without opening inbound ports, when paired with GoAnywhere Gateway in the DMZ FTPS Logs Audit trails (logs) are generated for all FTPS sessions in GoAnywhere MFT to meet auditing and compliance requirements. This detail includes commands issued, messages, IP addresses, user ids and file names transferred. Log messages can additionally be sent to a SYSLOG server using UDP or TCP connections. X.509 Certificate Management The GoAnywhere MFT Certificate Manager allows authorised administrators to work with X.509 certificates. This Certificate Manager can be used to create certificates, generate CSRs, import CA replies, import trusted certificates, export and view certificates. RSA and DSA key types are supported with key lengths up to 4096 bits. Certificates can be configured to expire at specified dates. FTPS Server Standards Support: -SSL/TLS Versions: SSL 2.0, SSL 3.0, TLS 1.0, TLS 1.1, TLS 1.2, -Connection Types: Implicit SSL -Implicit SSL Security Protocols: SSL, TLS -Ciphers: AES-128, AES-192, AES-256, DES, RC4, Triple DES (DESede) -Authentication and Key Exchange Algorithms: Diffie-Hellman, DSA, RSA -Hash Algorithms: MD5, SHA1, SHA2 -Certificate Key Store Formats: JKS (Java Key Store), PKCS12 SECURE FOLDERS The Secure Folder Module allows web users to connect to your HTTPS server via a browser. GoAnywhere MFT can be utilised for exchanging files with HTTP servers (Web Sites). Connections can be made to both standard HTTP servers and secure HTTPS servers using SSL/TLS. HTTP(S) servers can be pre-defined in GoAnywhere MFT's Administrator as reusable Resources which can then be selected from simple drop down menus. HTTP Tasks can be placed within GoAnywhere MFT Projects and executed as part of a cohesive workflow process. For example, a Project could be defined to get a CSV file from a HTTPS server, read the data from the CSV file, and import the data into a database file. HTTP(S) Features in GoAnywhere MFT: -Cookies support -HTTP Redirects support -Perform requests with parameters -Download/upload multiple files per session -Filter files to download based on last modified date/time -Utilises only strong NIST-certified encryption algorithms when in FIPS 140-2 Compliance mode -Pass in variables (at runtime) to override HTTP(S) attributes AS2, AS3, & AS4 SEND/RECEIVE The AS2, AS3, & AS4 Send/Receive Module enables secure protocols that send and receive messages. AS2 supports the encryption of messages between trading partners and vendors via HTTPS. AS4 is an open B2B standard for exchanging secure documents between businesses using web services. Each protocol provides an extra layer of security through the use of digital signatures. AS2, AS3, and AS4 are licensed by number of partners. GoAnywhere is Drummond Certified, which is required by many businesses that exchange via AS2 and AS4. SECURITY DOMAINS The Security Domains Module makes it possible to virtually segment a GoAnywhere installation into multiple security zones. Every license includes two domains. More domains are useful if you want to manage file transfers and associated users in their own domain (by department for example). Admin Users can be authorised to specific Domains, in which those users can only work with the items belonging to those Domains. Examples of items that can be assigned to Domains are Resources, Projects, Schedules, Monitors, Triggers, Admin Users and Web Users. Each Domain can be configured with file access restrictions to prevent users from accessing restricted network locations. SECURE MAIL The Secure Mail Module allows your employees to send messages and files as secure "packages" on an ad-hoc basis. Recipients will get an email with a unique link to each package, allowing them to download the message and files through a secure HTTPS connection. This is a great alternative to regular email since there are no file size or file type restrictions. Secure Mail Features: -Secure Mail can be sent from within the user's browser or from Microsoft Outlook -Multiple files can be attached to a single package -No file size limitations or file type restrictions -Includes options to set expiration dates and maximum downloads -URL link for each package is randomly generated using a universally unique identifier (UUID) -Packages can additionally be secured using a system-generated or user-specified password -Recipients do not have to deal with keys or certificates -Files are transferred over a secure HTTPS connection -Sender can choose to receive notifications when packages are read -Sender can "recall" packages to make unavailable to recipients -Customisable templates allow rebranding messages with your own logo, colours, fonts, etc. -View audit trails of all package activity (e.g. when sent, when opened, when downloaded, etc.) GoAnywhere MFT is installed within your network, so your organisation will keep localised control over the Secure Mail settings, packages and audit trails. Files will remain on your system until they are downloaded by the recipients; the files are not hosted by a 3rd party. Your employees can authenticate against an existing Active Directory (AD), LDAP or IBM i system within your network. Five free Secure Mail users are included with every GoAnywhere license. Composing Emails Messages can be composed through the GoAnywhere MFT browser-based interface or by using the GoAnywhere Outlook Plugin. With the Outlook Plugin, the user would compose the message in Microsoft Outlook as normal.  When ready to send, the user would click on the new "Send Secure Mail" button to pass the message through the GoAnywhere MFT Secure Mail module. Rules can be set to automatically use Secure Mail whenever the user sends large file attachments using the regular Outlook "Send" button. The Outlook plugin supports Kerberos Single Sign-on for easier adoption by your users. Email Notifications Each recipient of a Secure Mail package will receive a notification via email. The notification will show the message subject, a summary of the attachments and a link for downloading the files in the package.  Secure Email Downloads When a recipient clicks on the link in the notification email, it will open the download page over secure HTTPS protocol. The user can then just click on the files to download or open. Secure Email Administration Secure Mail settings, packages and audit logs are managed within the GoAnywhere MFT browser-based administrator. To minimise disk space usage, GoAnywhere MFT can automatically purge packages when they expire or when they meet their maximum download count. ADVANCED REPORTING The Advanced Reporting Module gives you access to important system information as PDF documents. Easily generate reports of file transfer activity, user statistics, and completed jobs from within the console. Filter reports by date, user ID, and other criteria to gain insight into the information that matters to you, as either detailed or high-level summary reports, both available with informative charts and graphs. Alongside the built-in reports, custom reports can be created using data provided from a database, CSV, Excel, fixed-width, XML, or JSON files. Reports can either be run as needed, directly through the browser-based console, or scheduled and either distributed to the network or sent via email. Custom Reporting: -a custom report based on data from a database, CSV, Excel, fixed-width, XML, or JSON file to give you ultimate flexibility on reporting. General File Transfer & System Reports: -Blacklisted IP Addresses - displays blocked IP addresses and their creation timestamp -Database Statistics - displays the number of rows for each database table in GoAnywhere MFT -File Transfer Summary displays the total number of files transferred during the specified date range -Global Activity Details displays all activity for the selected features based on the search term provided -Product Usage Report displays product usage information related to service and workflow statistics. -Service Activity Summary displays the number of uploads and downloads for selected protocols. -Trigger Activity displays executed Triggers, status and associated event types. Jobs-Based Reports: -Completed Jobs Detail displays completed jobs, status and the user who ran the job -Completed Jobs by Project displays completed job details based on their projects and the specified date range -Completed Jobs Statistics displays the total number of jobs processed during a specified date range -Job Count Summary displays a pie chart of the number of jobs processed within a specified date range -Unresolved Jobs displays Jobs that failed during a specified date range that have not yet been resolved User Reports: -Admin User Activity -Details displays all admin activity for the selected components -Web User Logins displays a list of user logins for the time period specified -Web User Transfer Count Activity displays the number of file transfers performed by user -Web User Transfer Size Activity displays the total size of transferred files by each user Expiry & Error Reports: Expiring Open PGP Keys displays any Open PGP keys that will expire within a specified date range Expiring SSL Certificates displays SSL Certificates that will expire within a specified date range Service Errors displays all errors for the selected inbound services within the specified date range Unresolved Jobs displays Jobs that failed during a specified date range that have not yet been resolved Module-Specific Reports: -GoDrive Disk Usage displays the total amount of disk usage for each GoDrive user -Secure Mail Activity displays Secure Mail audit activity -Secure Mail Disk Usage displays the Secure Mail disk usage for each Web User sorted by size -Secure Mail Package Sizes displays a list of Secure Mail Packages and their sizes -Service Activity by Module displays all activity for inbound services within the specified date range Security Settings Audit Report: GoAnywhere MFT can analyse more than 60 different security settings to determine compliance with applicable sections of the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards (PCI DSS). If a security setting does not meet the standard, the report will indicate the corresponding PCI DSS section and the recommendation on how to correct the security setting. GoDrive The GoDrive Module provides Enterprise File Sync and Sharing (EFSS) services for your employees and partners. With GoDrive, files and folders can be easily shared between users with advanced collaboration features including file revision tracking, commenting, trash bin, media viewing and synchronisation with Windows, Apple and Android devices. GoDrive is your best alternative to cloud-based file sharing services. It provides on-site file storage with localised control, end-to-end encryption, and detailed audit trails. Security GoDrive provides end-to-end encryption for sensitive files. Since no files are stored in the cloud, your organisation maintains local control to meet compliance requirements. In addition to the full complement of security features in GoAnywhere MFT, GoDrive includes: -Set granular permissions at the folder, subfolder and individual file level -Dual-factor PIN authorisation for device registration -AES 256-bit encryption on files synced to GoDrive devices Administration Included with GoAnywhere MFT, GoDrive provides a browser-based interface for administrators to easily manage users, security settings and shared folders. -Set disk quotas and view disk usage -Deactivate and wipe GoDrive folders from stolen or lost end-user devices Collaboration Sharing files with others is a snap using GoDrive. We even give you 5 free Users to get started, along with 5 free Secure Mail Users for any paid GoAnywhere license. Employees can quickly invite authorised users to work with their shared folders and files using the provided browser interface. Sharing: -Easily drag-n-drop files between the desktop and GoDrive folders -Generate automatic email invitations to shared users -Create public links to share files outside your organisation -Enter file comments, as well as review comment history from other users -Organise files into user-defined folders and subfolders -View thumbnail images of graphics files -Search for files and folders Monitor: -User can monitor shared files via activity streams -Receive email notices when shared files are downloaded or modified by others -View and recover prior versions of files Manage: -Lock files for restricting access -Revoke sharing of folders and files when needed -Place files into a recycle bin for future recovery -Manage shared folder access with granular permissions -View history of when files are downloaded, uploaded and modified GoAnywhere Desktop Client The GoAnywhere Desktop Client for Windows and Mac will synchronise your files from the GoDrive folder on your workstation with the GoAnywhere MFT server. Files automatically appear on each of your registered devices, as well as the Web Client, allowing you to access your files from any internet connected computer. The GoAnywhere Desktop Client for Windows supports Kerberos Single Sign-on for easier adoption by your users. GoDrive Mobile App The GoDrive mobile app allows you to access files on your iPhone, iPad, and Android phones and tablets for your authorised account. These files can be previewed or optionally downloaded for offline access. Your files and folders will be automatically updated to the most current version each time you connect to the server. Logging and Reporting Capturing detailed audit log information and exporting for reporting purposes is a cornerstone of GoAnywhere MFT. GoDrive logs each time a file is uploaded, downloaded, edited, shared, commented on, and deleted. Scalability and High Availability Clustering provides scalability that allows GoDrive to support thousands of users while active-active maximises availability for mission critical file sharing. SECURE FORMS The Secure Forms Module (which requires Advanced Workflows) allows your end-users to fill out and submit information online through secure custom-made forms with one or more input values, optionally upload files through GoAnywhere's HTTPS Web Client, or submit forms online by making SOAP or REST requests from your custom built applications. When a form is submitted, a Project in GoAnywhere is executed to automatically process the submitted values and files. Use Secure Forms to control the data that end-users provide when submitting information. GoAnywhere administrators can define Secure Forms with: -Configurable input fields -Custom labels -File upload components When the Project processes the Secure Form, it can return a custom message and one or more output files to the user. A Secure Form can be specified to various intended languages. For example, two forms may be created that serve the same purpose, but one may be in French while the other is in English. GoAnywhere administrators can choose their preferred language in the Web Client, which will then only show forms that are applicable to the selected language. Secure Form Submission A Secure Form can be authorised to one or more Web Users, who must then log in through the Web Client to complete the form. Optionally, Secure Forms can be configured to allow anonymous users to access the form through a public URL. Secure Form Use Cases Secure Forms are used by organisations in all industries to streamline, centralise, and standardise information intake. Companies have used Secure Forms to reduce the number of ways in which files arrive (i.e., by fax, email, or other online submission), collect confidential information, and ensure data is delivered securely. In one example, Secure Forms are used to collect electronic voting ballots by prompting the user to enter their voting information and attach a scanned PDF. A Project workflow then automatically process and distribute this electronic ballot to the appropriate election official based on the voting information provided by the end-user within the Secure Form. Secure Forms Features: -Custom, fillable Secure Forms for either public or authenticated users -Flexible configuration and design options to control the position of form features such as buttons -Customise and control the input text, options, and dropdown fields with default values, tooltips, and placeholders -Projects that automate processing the Secure Form input data and, optionally, provide output messages and one or more files for users to download -Fully customisable Text Area components, including the ability to override the button labels, the characters remaining text, and the drop zone on File Upload components -Successful submission messages presented to users when Secure Forms are submitted -Drag and drop upload for files which are automatically secured with AES-256 bit encryption -Limit file upload parameters, including the file types that are permitted to upload, file size, and maximum number of files -Save drafts of Secure Forms to finish at a later date -View Secure Form submission history, including when the form was completed, the user who completed the form, the user’s responses, and more -Supports SOAP and RESTful Web Service APIs to allow you to submit forms from other applications AGENTS The Agents Module (which requires Advanced Workflows) enables lightweight applications that automate your file transfers and workflows on systems (both remote and on-premises) throughout your enterprise. The agents are managed by a central deployment of GoAnywhere Managed File Transfer (MFT), which allows you to configure and schedule agent file transfers and business processes from an intuitive, browser-based interface. Agent Features: -Control agents remotely from the central server. -Process files on the agent or send them to GoAnywhere for further processing. -Deploy remote agents wherever they're needed: on a server, to a trading partner location, or in the cloud. -Automatically upgrade agents to the latest version without causing downtime. -Customise your software library of agent installers to fit the needs of your environment. How Agents Work When your file transfers execute, all log data is streamed from the agents (wherever they’re deployed) to GoAnywhere for consolidated auditing and reporting. This unique approach provides visibility into all the file transfers running within the organisation. MFT agents can be installed onto almost any server or workstation where file transfers or workflows need to be performed. This includes Windows, Linux, UNIX, IBM I, and Mac OS systems. For organisations who prefer to perform their file transfers in the cloud, GoAnywhere MFT supports the use of agents remotely in cloud infrastructure such as Amazon EC2 or Microsoft Azure. Agent Functionality Here are examples of what agents can do to assist your IT initiatives: -Automate and secure file transfers within a centrally managed environment -Monitor folders on agent systems for new or modified files -Schedule agent file transfers to run at future dates/times -Provide additional workflow capabilities such as compression, decompression, data parsing, database integration, PGP encryption and decryption, SFTP and SCP file transfers, and native command execution -Send email or text message alerts when agent file transfers fail -Feed audit data to GoAnywhere MFT for central reporting -Monitor location and status via an interactive agent map -Deploy automatic notifications if an agent goes offline Remote Agent Deployment After installing GoAnywhere MFT on your internal network, you can install Agents on specific servers or workstations within your network, at remote locations, and within cloud infrastructure that will automatically monitor folders, carry out file transfers, and synchronise concurrent workflows at various locations. 1- Agents in the Internal Network. Agents can be installed on servers or workstations in your network for transferring files from and to GoAnywhere and other systems for processing. The agents can perform additional workflows on the system where the agent is deployed such as copying files, running commands, or parsing data. 2- Agents at Remote Locations & "Retail Polling". Agents can be installed at remote locations to automatically monitor folders and transfer files on an automated basis. This "retail polling" feature is ideal for synchronising files between a corporate data centre and remote locations such as stores or branch offices. 3-Agents on Trading Partner Systems. Agents can be installed on servers owned by your trading partners. When a trading partner places a file in a folder which is monitored by the agent, GoAnywhere can automatically pull the file to your organisation's network. In turn, GoAnywhere can use those agent connections to push files to your trading partners. 4-Agents on Cloud Infrastructure. MFT agents can be installed on server instances within cloud infrastructure like Amazon AWS and Microsoft Azure. These agents could be used to move files securely between the cloud and your internal network. GoAnywhere Gateway  The GoAnywhere Gateway Module is a separate product and must be downloaded on its own. It is normally used if you licensed the server side of the transfer (SFTP, FTPS, Secure Folders, FTP) but it can also be used for outbound connections too. GoAnywhere MFT Gateway is an enhanced reverse proxy that resides out in the DMZ, routing server requests without having any ports open into the network. It can also load balance/cluster the file servers. -GoAnywhere’s MFT Gateway provides an additional layer of security when exchanging data with your trading partners. It allows you to keep file sharing services (e.g. FTP/S, SFTP, HTTP/S servers) and documents safely in your private/internal network. With GoAnywhere’s Secure File Gateway, no inbound ports need to be opened into your private network, which is essential for compliance with PCI DSS, HIPAA, HITECH, SOX, GLBA and state privacy laws. -MFT Gateway Features -GoAnywhere’s secure file gateway provides the extra layer of protection for your file sharing services by… -Not allowing incoming ports to be opened into the private network, which reduces the risk of intrusion -Not storing sensitive data files in the DMZ -Keeping user credentials, certificates, and keys safely in the private network -Supporting FTP/S, SFTP, SCP, HTTP/S and AS2 file transfer protocols -Hiding the locations and identities of internal systems -Not requiring any special hardware components; it is a software-only solution. Why use GoAnywhere MFT Gateway as Your Proxy Gateway: 1- Secure Inbound ports to your network: Your file servers (e.g., FTPS, SFTP, HTTPS, and AS2) can be kept securely in your internal network with GoAnywhere's secure file gateway. This allows you to keep inbound ports to your network closed, which is essential for complying with data security standards. 2- Keep critical data out of the DMZ: Files can be safely shared with trading partners, users, clients, and vendors while avoiding having critical documents or files stored, even temporarily, in your DMZ. 3- Connect with external systems securely: As a forward proxy, Gateway can make connections to external systems on behalf of users and applications in the private network. This allows you to more easily manage file transfers from your firewall. Additionally, the identities and locations of your internal systems are hidden for better security. 4- Run on any environment or operating system: GoAnywhere Gateway is a platform agnostic, software-only secure file gateway solution. Install it on Windows, Linux, AIX, UNIX, or other operating systems to enhance file security in whatever environment works best for you. GoAnywhere Gateway Features At-A-Glance: -No incoming ports need to be opened into the private network -User credentials, permissions, certificates, and keys are kept safe in the private network -Hides the locations and identities of internal systems -Services configurations are maintained/stored in the private network -Supports FTP, FTPS, SFTP, SCP, HTTP, HTTPS and AS2 file transfer protocols -Built-in load balancer to distribute workloads across multiple systems In essence, when added to GoAnywhere MFT, GoAnywhere Gateway serves as a transparent interface between internal systems and external systems without exposing sensitive files or your private network. CLOUD CONNECTORS The Cloud Connectors Module (which requires Advanced Workflows) enables built-in integrations that seamlessly support the automation of data between web and cloud applications and your GoAnywhere MFT projects and workflows. Cloud Connectors, also known as cloud integrations, are built-in web and cloud application integrations that connect to your GoAnywhere MFT projects and workflows. GoAnywhere Cloud Connectors offer a variety of use-cases and benefits if your organisation connects with external apps. We offer out-of-the-box connectors for popular services including Salesforce, SharePoint Online, Microsoft Dynamics 365, Box, and Dropbox. How Cloud Connectors Work Once a Cloud Connector is installed, you can configure the connection properties as a GoAnywhere Resource. With this resource, you only need to specify the connection once before being able to seamlessly reuse it in any of your workflows and cloud file transfers. Your Cloud Connector definition contains all the actions required to communicate with cloud applications. In GoAnywhere, these actions appear as elements located under the Cloud Connector in the GoAnywhere Project Designer. Elements can be incorporated into your workflows alongside other project tasks. GoAnywhere supports a great many cloud application integrations, so you can automate your processes between multiple web and cloud services at once. -Alibaba Object Storage Service -Amazon Cloud Trail -Amazon CloudWatch -Amazon EC2 -Amazon ECS -Amazon Lambda -Amazon SNS -Amazon SQS -Atlassian JIRA -Automate Plus -Azure Data Lake Storage Gen1 (superseded by the -Azure Data Lake Storage Gen2 connector) -Azure Data Lake Storage Gen2 -Azure Storage Queue -Box -Citrix ShareFile -Dropbox -Egnyte -GateScanner CDR -GoAnywhere Command -Google Cloud Storage -Google Drive -Google Translate -JAMS -Jenkins -Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central -Microsoft Dynamics 365 CRM -Microsoft OneDrive -Microsoft Sharepoint Online -Microsoft Sharepoint On-Premise -OPSWAT MetaDefender -Salesforce -ServiceNow -SMA OpCon Scheduler -SOS Berlin JobScheduler (online version not supported) -Trello -Veeva CRM -Votiro -Webdocs -Zendesk (online version not supported) ote: Cloud Connectors can integrate with available on-premise and online versions of third-party software unless otherwise noted. Cloud Connector Marketplace Finding new cloud application integrations for your environment is easy. With GoAnywhere MFT’s Cloud Connector Marketplace, users have access to many of the industry’s most popular APIs, including Jenkins, JIRA, Trello, Zendesk, and Google Cloud Storage. Custom connectors can be also designed using GoAnywhere’s Cloud Connector Designer—no coding or programming experience necessary. In addition, new GoAnywhere connectors can be downloaded without needing to update the software. Current GoAnywhere customers can access the Cloud Connector Marketplace by logging into their admin interface in GoAnywhere, then navigating to System > Add-Ons and click "Browse Marketplace." GoFast GoFast is a file transfer acceleration protocol in GoAnywhere that can transmit data considerably faster than traditional FTP. The high transfer rate in GoFast is achieved by using lightweight UDP (User Datagram Protocol) channels to broadcast data packets between the client and server. UDP is much faster than TCP based protocols like FTP and SFTP since it does not have the inherent time delays for acknowledging and synchronising data packets. UDP has traditionally been used for streaming content that requires high throughput, such as live video and audio. GoFast has also harnessed the efficiency of UDP while providing innovative methods to guarantee the delivery and quality of data transmissions. How GoFast Works Before files are transferred, a secure SSL/TLS control channel is first established over TCP between the GoFast server and client. This control channel can be authenticated with user credentials, as well as X.509 client and server certificates. After authentication, commands are sent over the control channel to indicate details about the transmission such as the file names and sizes, encryption ciphers and compression settings. Files are then broken into multiple parts and transferred over UDP data channels between the GoFast client and server. The part sizes can be adjusted to optimise speeds based on the reliability of the network. The file parts are automatically reassembled on the destination and saved to the designated folder locations. Guaranteed Delivery If any parts of a file do not reach the destination successfully, the sender will be instructed to retransmit those missing parts until the entire file is received. To further guarantee the integrity of the transmission, checksums (hashes) can be calculated on both the GoFast client and server for the files transferred. The files can be automatically resent if the client and server file checksums do not match. Encryption A GoFast session can be configured to use AES encryption for protecting data packets, which is important when sending confidential files over the internet or other unsecured networks. AES is a popular encryption standard and is approved by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) for protecting top secret information. If you are transmitting data over protected networks, you can disable encryption to further optimise transfer speeds. Compression File parts can optionally be compressed with the ZLIB standard to minimise the amount of bandwidth utilised by GoFast transmissions. Nine different compression levels are supported, which can be selected by the administrator at the time of transmission. Additional Features of Accelerated File Transfer: -Schedule GoFast file transfers to run automatically -Send and retrieve multiple files per GoFast session -Auto-retry failed connections with user-specified thresholds -Auto-resume failed transmissions when the server becomes available -Encrypt data packets with AES-128, AES-192 and AES-256 bit ciphers -Verify integrity with MD5, SHA1, SHA256, SHA384 and SHA512 hash algorithms -Suffix and prefix file names with constants, timestamps or variables -Override file names and other properties at execution time using variables -Auto rename files if they already exist at the destination location -Configure port ranges used by the GoFast server -Send alerts for transfer failures via email, text messages and system messages -Log all GoFast file transfers in a central database for auditing and reporting. GoFast Workflows GoFast server connections can be pre-defined in GoAnywhere MFT's Administrator as reusable Resources which can be selected from simple drop-down menus. GoFast Tasks can be placed within GoAnywhere MFT workflows and executed as part of a cohesive process. For instance, a workflow could be defined to retrieve a video file, encrypt the video, and then quickly send the video to a trading partner using the GoFast accelerated file transfer protocol. PeSIT Client  The PeSIT Client Module helps meet standards and accepts communications from the European banking industry. GoAnywhere’s PeSIT server can be used alongside our PeSIT Client, which allows for communications initiation. The PeSIT client helps guarantee delivery of PeSIT transfers with options to auto-retry connections, auto-resume interrupted file transfers, and perform integrity checks of successful file transfers. PeSIT Features in GoAnywhere MFT: -Full support of the standard PeSIT command set -Send & Receive files -Specify Maximum Data Block Lengths per transfer -SSL Certificate Server Authentication -Suffix and prefix file names with constants, timestamps or variables -Override file names and other properties at execution time using variables -Configurable port ranges -Alerts for transfer failures via email, text messages and system messages. PeSIT Resource PeSIT server connections can be pre-defined in GoAnywhere MFT's Administrator as reusable Resources which can be selected from simple drop down menus. PeSIT Tasks can be placed within GoAnywhere MFT Projects and executed as part of a cohesive workflow process. For instance, a Project could be defined to retrieve records from a database file, convert the records into a CSV file, and then put the CSV file onto a PeSIT server. File Filtering When sending or receiving files via PeSIT, the files selected can be included and excluded using various filter criteria: -Wildcards (i.e. "trans*.txt" or "*.xls") -Regular expressions -Date and time range -Size range -Variables passed to the Project PeSIT Logs Audit trails (logs) are generated for all PeSIT transmissions in GoAnywhere MFT to meet auditing and compliance requirements. The level of log detail can be controlled by an administrator on a per-Project basis. This detail can be configured to include all PeSIT commands issued, PeSIT messages and file names transferred. Log messages can additionally be sent to a Syslog server using UDP or TCP connections. PeSIT Server  The PeSIT Server Module provides for full support of the standard PeSIT command set (sends and receive files, specifies Maximum Data Block Lengths per transfer, SSL Certificate Server Authentication, transfers multiple files per connection, file transfer templates, and more). Audit trails or logs are generated for all PeSIT transmissions in GoAnywhere MFT to meet industry auditing and compliance requirements. PeSIT Server Features: -Full support of the standard PeSIT command set -Send & Receive files -Specify Maximum Data Block Lengths per transfer -SSL Certificate Server Authentication -Dynamic file names with constants, timestamps or variables -Multiple listeners with individual port configurations -File transfer templates GoAnywhere MFT can be configured to handle trading partner send and receive requests. Templates can be reused across multiple trading partners that require the same send/receive capabilities. Partner Management Trading partners that want to use PeSIT for file transfers are easily managed with granular permissions. Inbound and outbound file transfer templates can be applied en-mass or individually with each Web User depending on the use case of the PeSIT partner. PeSIT Logs Audit trails (logs) are generated for all PeSIT transmissions in GoAnywhere MFT to meet auditing and compliance requirements. This detail includes commands issued, messages, IP addresses, server IDs, and file names transferred. Audit logs for the PeSIT service can also be used to troubleshoot failed transfers. Contact Us Content Inspection Modules The following modules provide for content inspection of the traffic that flows through GoAnywhere. Data Loss Prevention Document Sanitisation  strips out hidden, possibly sensitive data from documents such as properties, which can disclose the author and true date; change histories, which can leak sensitive data that authors believe was removed, such as project details, new product names and prices. Data Redaction  overwrites or redacts critical or sensitive information to prevent data breaches. The communication content is modified but is allowed to continue to prevent business process disruption, with sensitive information replaced with a series of Xs. Anti-Steganography  adds to GoAnywhere MFT the capability to prevent files, messages, images, or videos from being concealed within another file. Optical Character Recognition  is the electronic or mechanical conversion of images of typed, handwritten, or printed text into machine-encoded text, whether from a scanned document, a photo of a document, a scene-photo, or from subtitle text superimposed on an image. Threat Protection Anti-virus  features integrated Sophos and/or Avira anti-virus, with automatic updates every 15 minutes to provide the latest protection. Structural Sanitisation  removes any active content such as scripts, coding, etc. from sent files. Information is, however, left intact in its original file format. We also offer a free FTP Client & Server.