Secure Exchange of Information
Information exchange about threats and vulnerabilities plays a significant role in the success of security-related responses. A timely and efficient distribution of information can only thrive in an environment of trust. This requires more than an agreed-upon language and a policy framework as well as an understanding of what can be done with shared data and by who.
Secure exchange of information means sharing, sending and receiving sensitive information – including large files – in a safe manner via the internet. The need for this type of communication will only increase as companies grow and work with suppliers and partners across borders.
The secure transmission of ad-hoc messages, small and big files will become more and more crucial in everyday business life. In many cases encryption is a crucial part of the communication process. Email encryption is one way to ensure that communications via email remain secure.
When it comes to ad-hoc sending and receiving, there are many methods to do it safely. One option is to use a secure information exchange portal that allows point-to-point encrypted messaging and storage. Another is to use cloud folders, where access to read and write can be granted.
The NIST document managing the Security of Information Exchanges states that the level of security required for a more organized information exchange must be commensurate to the click resources danger. This is to protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of information when it is transferred from one company to another.