File Transfer Protocol Secure (FTPS): An extension of the File Transfer Protocol (FTP) that adds support for the Transport Layer Security (TLS) and the Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) cryptographic protocols. FTPS should not be confused with SFTP, which is an FTP-like protocol that is part of the SSH protocol suite. FTPS provides secure communication for file transfers by enabling encryption of the data transmitted, which helps prevent interception or eavesdropping. It is utilized to protect the transmission of data over insecure networks, such as the Internet, particularly when transferring sensitive or confidential information.
Categories: CC D4: Network Security | CCSP D3: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure Security | CISM D3: Information Security Program | CISSP D4: Communication and Network Security | Security+ D3: Security Architecture | SSCP D5: Cryptography
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