Applied Cryptography
Today, company data is stored in a wide variety of different locations: traditionally on PCs, notebooks and file servers, as well as on mobile devices and in the cloud.
The security levels often differ: marketing materials, for example, generally require less protection than personal data (PII) or research documents.
A standard approach such as hard disk encryption is therefore far from ensuring data security. Companies need strong solutions. These should combine end-to-end encryption with clearly defined access rights, user verification and digital signatures.
In particular, the following components should be implemented in the security architecture:
- Company-wide data encryption on all storage media – locally and in the cloud
- Flexible control of access rights, including for external employees
- Hardware modules for the secure generation, storage and management of keys or passwords
- – Solutions for issuing and managing X.509 certificates for your PKI
- Digital signatures for documents, code and macros
Storing, transferring and retrieving data in hybrid and multi-cloud environments requires the highest level of security.
Cryptographic techniques help companies to protect sensitive data everywhere. However, inadequacies in the selection and implementation of algorithms or in the testing, integration and operation of the technology can compromise security.
This is where SITS’ Applied Cryptography offering comes into play: It offers a combination of consulting, powerful software solutions developed in-house or by strong partners, and managed security services. This enables us to guarantee your company maximum reliability and data security. We provide :
- Expert knowledge – architecture, implementation and development of PKI, encryption and digital signatures
- All-round consulting – from initial analysis to implementation and managed service
- Strong encryption – secure data protection and centralized access control with fideAS® file enterprise
- Identity verification – X.509 certificates with keyon true-Xtender for validation of devices and users
- Secured keys – protection of crypto keys in a secure hardware environment by Securosys and Thales
Security just one click away! - Comprehensive service from a single source
- Support from our experienced cryptography expert teams
- Support from day 1: from assessment to 24/7 managed service
- Customized solutions for your company
Applied cryptography is the practical implementation of encryption techniques and cryptographic principles to protect data and communication from unauthorized access. It includes the implementation of encryption algorithms, authentication procedures and security protocols in areas such as information security, data protection and communication security.
Basic encryption techniques are vulnerable to brute force attacks and other vulnerabilities. They often do not offer built-in integrity protection or authentication. Additional security mechanisms such as digital signatures are required to effectively protect data and communication.
Legal requirements for applied cryptography include data protection laws such as the GDPR, industry-specific regulations such as PCI-DSS, export control laws, certification and compliance requirements as well as legal frameworks for cryptographic key management.
Companies ensure the secure storage of cryptographic keys by using hardware security modules (HSM), controlling access rights, encrypting keys, carrying out regular checks, training employees and implementing back-up plans.
In hybrid or multi-cloud environments, companies have access to cryptographic techniques such as end-to-end encryption, secure tunnel protocols such as VPNs and PKI authentication. With clear guidelines for key management and access control, they ensure the security of data and communication across different cloud services.
You are currently viewing a placeholder content from HubSpot. To access the actual content, click the button below. Please note that doing so will share data with third-party providers.
More Information