If you're using Network Attached Storage (NAS) to store your data, it's important to understand how your data is secured. NAS storage has become increasingly popular due to its scalability, ease of access, and cost-effectiveness. However, with the rise in cyber threats, it's essential that you take the necessary steps to ensure your data is safe and secure. In this blog post, we'll explore the security measures involved with storing data on a NAS platform.
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In order to protect your data from unauthorized access, secure access protocols such as SSH, SFTP, HTTPS are used. When you're remotely accessing your data from a network attached storage (NAS) platform, the data will be encrypted with SSL/TLS protocols. Additionally, NAS security employs Server Message Block (SMB), an access protocol that provides robust encryption to prevent unauthorized access, ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of your sensitive information.
User Management
NAS platforms allow advanced user management where a user can access specific files or directories on the NAS platform. You can always control which users have access to what data. You can manage user access to the following levels such as Directories Permission, File Permission, and Wi-Fi Permission. By creating user accounts with strong passwords, you can ensure that only authorized users can access the data.
Encrypted Data
Most NAS platforms offer an encrypted disk feature to protect data against theft, loss, and hacking. Each vendor uses different encryption algorithms like Advanced Encryption Standards (AES) or RSA that make data unreadable without a decryption key. So, even if somebody has stolen your hard drives, they'll not be able to access your data without a decryption key.
Antivirus Scanning
Just like your computer or mobile device needs protection against viruses and malware, your NAS also requires an antivirus scanner to protect against malicious code and prevent it from spreading. A NAS system can scan your stored files for viruses or malware files in real-time as you save or open them. Antivirus scanners help to ensure that your data is always safe and secure.
Backup and Disaster Recovery
Another important aspect of data security on a NAS platform is proper data backup and disaster recovery. NAS systems provide different ways to backup data including remote backup, local backup, snapshot replication, and cloud-based backup. Backups should be done regularly, and it's important to test the recoverability of backups to ensure they're effective in recovering data in case of a disaster.
Conclusion
Data security is essential when using NAS platforms, and there are different methods to ensure your data is completely secure. From secure access protocols to encrypted data, user management to antivirus scanning, and proper backup and disaster recovery, there are many measures you can and should take to protect your data. It's always better to be proactive and take steps to protect your data before it's too late. Stay informed, stay secure!