Secure FTP (SFTP): A secure protocol for transferring files over a network, ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of the transferred files and preventing unauthorized access to sensitive information. Examples include transferring sensitive documents between two parties, financial data between a client and a server, and software updates to a network of devices.
Categories: CC D4: Network Security | CCSP D3: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure Security | CISM D3: Information Security Program | CISSP D4: Communication and Network Security | Security+ D1: General Security Concepts | SSCP D5: Cryptography
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