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Understanding file transfer security risks
Secure file transfer has come a long way from the days of unencrypted FTP. And while today’s file transfer solutions like Cerberus FTP Server by Redwood provide excellent security and reliability, no protocol is perfect. So today, we’re reviewing the security risks of...
How will SFTP evolve in the future?
The Secure File Transfer Protocol (aka the SSH File Transfer Protocol, or SFTP) has become a foundational protocol of the internet since its invention in the late 1990s. And while its predecessor, FTP, will likely fade from usage in the near future, SFTP servers are...
What’s the Best File Transfer Method for Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) Backups and Firmware Updates?
SFTP servers are commonly used for updating and backing up devices and endpoints controlled by either Cisco Unified Computing System Manager (UCSM) or Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM). And because of Cisco’s ubiquity in the market, the two most common...
How to set up an SFTP server
Setting up an SFTP server (or Secure File Transfer Protocol server) is much easier than it used to be, but there are still some important details that can trip up even a seasoned administrator. So today, we’re discussing a step-by-step guide for setting up an SFTP...
SFTP vs. FTPS. Understanding the Difference.
Learn more about FTPS vs SFTP and which secure file transfer protocol fits your organization’s needs. Understand differences in security, compatibility, authentication and compliance.
Cerberus by Redwood version 2026.1: Hardening your environment with FIPS 140-3 and advanced security guardrails
Cerberus by Redwood version 2026.1 reinforces our ongoing commitment to hardening our environment against modern threats. This release introduces advanced encrypt-then-MAC (ETM) ciphers to provide admins with more secure encryption options and adds FIPS 140-3 support,...
What is the difference between FIPS 140-2 and 140-3?
The U.S. federal government's transition to the FIPS 140-3 cryptography standard has begun, with NIST announcing that all FIPS 140-2 certificates will be retired in September 2026. Cerberus FTP Server versions 2026.1 and higher have moved to FIPS 140-3. This post...
What is FIPS compliance? How does it affect secure file transfer?
Background: What is FIPS compliance? FIPS compliance refers to the implementation of specific data security practices outlined under the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)’s Federal Information Processing Standards (FIPS). These standards cover a...
Emerging compliance standards impacting file transfer in 2026: What you need to know
Discover which 2026 compliance standards will impact your file-transfer operations. Learn how Cerberus FTP Server helps meet evolving encryption, access control and audit logging requirements across PCI DSS, HIPAA, ISO 27001 and more.
Disaster recovery and high availability for file-transfer systems
Key takeaways File-transfer systems have become mission-critical infrastructure, yet many organizations lack a documented or tested disaster recovery (DR) plan A resilient environment requires backups, redundancy, configuration replication, controlled failover...
Using file-transfer logs and audit trails to improve security and operations
Key takeaways Most organizations generate file-transfer logs but rarely use them to their full potential for security, troubleshooting or compliance Detailed logging and audit trails help identify unauthorized access, failed transfers, misconfigurations and unusual...
Hybrid cloud + on-prem file transfer: Best practices for 2026 and beyond
Key takeaways Hybrid architectures now define most enterprise file-transfer environments, combining on-prem systems with cloud applications and remote users Firewalls, identity management, logging consistency and encryption standards are the biggest challenges when...
How to replace batch transfer with MFT automation | Cerberus FTP Server
Key takeaways Organizations are moving beyond scheduled SFTP and FTPS transfers because modern workflows require faster, event-driven data movement Event-driven MFT automation triggers transfers based on real-time system activity, improving responsiveness and reducing...
When secure file transfers aren’t so secure: Time to rethink “legacy” File Transfer with Serv-U
In the era of ever-increasing security challenges, organizations expect their secure file -transfer platforms to not only function reliably, but to lead in security. These file transfer solutions should use engineering best practices, proactive security evaluations,...
You pay the price when SFTP vendors cut corners
Learn more about how SFTP security depends on more than just encryption. Discover how ISO 27001 and SOC 2 Type II certifications reflect a real vendor commitment to secure file transfer.
Secure File Transfer: What’s Changing and What to Expect
It’s been a while since the Cerberus by Redwood team has provided an update on the broader secure file transfer market, so today the team wants to check in with thoughts on how secure file sharing will evolve in 2026 and beyond. How will the secure file transfer...
Automate Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) Backup Using SFTP
In the new era of hybrid and remote work, Cisco Unified Computing System Manager (UCSM) and Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) have become even more critical administrative tools. The top two topics that the Cerberus support team receives regarding UCSM and...
FTP and FTPS ports: an overview
Understanding FTPS and FTP port connections Transferring files securely requires a comprehensive understanding of the connections, ports, and IP addresses utilized by FTP (File Transfer Protocol) and its secure version FTPS (FTP over TLS/SSL). This guide provides an...
Encrypted File Transfer: A Guide to Encryption and Secure Sharing
Deciphering ciphers: A guide to encryption and secure file transfer What is encryption? Encryption refers to the process of obscuring information to make it only readable by the sender and the sender’s authorized recipient(s). Encryption does not prevent access...
Cerberus by Redwood version 2025.3: Your gateway to smooth operations
Cerberus by Redwood, version 2025.3 introduces several key features to enhance security and streamline user management, including the ability to search by description for local user management, simplifying access control. Additionally, new OAuth 2.0 support for SMTP...
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