What is CryptShare and what does it do?
CryptShare allows you to share files across the internet without having to email them or post them on to an FTP server. All files shared are encrypted using AES 256bit to military grade standards.
Why do I need CryptShare?
Many reasons, but the main ones are:
* Many companies have policies in place to limit the size of files which can be sent or received by email.
* Email must be archived - so sending / receiving large files increases mailbox and message store size, and generaly places more load on systems.
* Email is very difficult to secure mailbox-to-mailbox - anyone can take a copy of or read email.
* FTP is hard to manage for IT departments, and hard to use by non-technical staff.
* Proof of delivery - email a file and you have no actual confirmation it has been received. Use CryptShare and you can prove the recipient downloaded it.
How does CryptShare provide compliance?
By providing encryption, access control, and an extensive audit trail of sending/receiving activities for the secure file transfer process, CryptShare provides a platform for an organisation to create compliant processes to meet various Government and Industry compliance requirements.
What Software needs to be installed ?
CryptShare is delivered as a pre-configured, auto-updating VMware Virtual Appliance, on your own hardware under various Linux based operating systems, or on Windows 2003/2008 IIS.
What encryption does it use?
File transfer via CryptShare from the sender to the CryptShare server and from the server to the recipient is encrypted via 256 bit SSL. Files on the CryptShare server are encrypted with an AES algorithm, 256 bit, CBC (Cypher Block Chaining).
What OS does CryptShare run on?
Cryptshare runs natively on openSUSE Linux (32 and 64bit), Fedora, CentOS, FreeBSD and Debian. Others may be supported on request. CryptShare is also supplied / supported on a fully provisioned VMware virtual appliance under ESX 3.x or vSphere v4.x.
CryptShare also runs on versions of Windows including 2003 and 2008.
Server Licence or VMware version?
You may choose to install CryptShare on your own operating system - Windows or Linux. In that case you have to maintain the OS and perform updates / upgrades yourself.
The VMware version is delivered pre-configured, the OS is hardened, and the system is automatically maintained and updated for you.
Does CryptShare support Windows 7 / Vista / XP / Windows 2000 / 2003 / 2008?
For the actual "server" part of the Cryptshare installation, currently Windows 2003 and Windows 2008 server are supported. Read the Technical Specs for up to the minute information.
For users, any web browser can be used to initiate file transfers and use the system.
Which version of VMware does the Virtual Appliance run on?
ESX 3.x or vSphere 4.x
Do I need to install client software?
No. As long as you have access to a web browser, you can access CryptShare secure file transfer.
Can I send the same file to multiple people?
Absolutely. You can select multiple recipients for a file.
Do I need an SSL certificate?
Yes - it is required to encrypt communications. You can use a self signed certificate, or purchase and use an official standard SSL or SSL Extended Verification certificate from a trusted root CA.
How do I trial CryptShare?
Contact us on 0161 439 4500 or email enquiries@caudexservices.co.uk
How is CryptShare priced?
Pricing is per user in minimum quantities of 25. Contact us for more details on your actual requirements. CryptShare is NOT suitable for home users.
My question isn't listed - how do I find out more information?
Contact us on 0161 439 4500 or email enquiries@caudexservices.co.uk
