Using the DMZ Gateway to ensure that no data is ever stored in the "demilitarized zone" (the public-facing side of the network), keeping ePHI safely behind the internal firewall. Conclusion
To meet HIPAA’s encryption standards, EFT utilizes FIPS 140-2 validated protocols. This includes SFTP (SSH), HTTPS (SSL/TLS), and AS2 for secure transmission, along with OpenPGP or AES-256 for encrypting files while they reside on the server.
Globalscape EFT is a robust, enterprise-grade solution that excels in providing the technical safeguards required for HIPAA compliance. While the initial setup can be complex, its granular auditing, automation capabilities, and security protocols make it a top choice for healthcare organizations looking to secure PHI during transit. globalscape hipaa
Supports secure protocols such as SFTP, FTPS, and HTTPS . These ensure that data moving between servers or being uploaded by patients and providers is shielded from "man-in-the-middle" attacks.
The platform’s Auditing and Reporting Module (ARM) captures every file movement, login attempt, and administrative change. This detailed logging is essential for HIPAA audits and forensic investigations, providing a transparent record of who accessed what data and when. Using the DMZ Gateway to ensure that no
HIPAA requires data availability. Globalscape Enterprise edition offers clustering and failover capabilities. If one server goes down, another takes over immediately, ensuring that critical healthcare data flows remain uninterrupted during outages or maintenance.
| HIPAA Requirement | Globalscape EFT Capability | |-------------------|----------------------------| | Encryption in transit | Supports SFTP, FTPS (explicit/implicit), HTTPS, AS2, and OpenPGP encryption. | | Encryption at rest | FIPS 140-2 validated cryptographic module for stored ePHI (DMZ interface + Armor encrypted storage). | | Access controls | AD/LDAP integration, multi-factor authentication (MFA), password policies, IP allow/block, time-based restrictions. | | Audit logging | Comprehensive event logs (login, file upload/download, delete, rename, permission changes); logs can be forwarded to SIEM (syslog). | | Integrity checks | Checksum validation (CRC, MD5, SHA-256) for file transfers; tamper-evident logging. | | Automatic logoff | Session timeouts configurable at user/group level. | | Emergency access | Break-glass procedure logging available via administrative audit trails. | | Breach notification support | Detailed transaction logs provide forensic evidence required for breach risk assessments. | Globalscape EFT is a robust, enterprise-grade solution that
HIPAA mandates that access to ePHI be restricted to authorized users. Globalscape allows administrators to enforce Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) , complex password policies, and multi-factor authentication (MFA) to ensure that only the "minimum necessary" personnel can interact with sensitive data.
In the healthcare sector, file transfer is rarely as simple as attaching a document to an email. Organizations must move massive files containing Protected Health Information (PHI)—such as X-rays, patient records, and insurance claims—between hospitals, labs, and payers. The stakes are high: a single data breach can result in massive HIPAA fines and reputational damage.