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Enterprise Encryption Software for IBM Systems

Solving data Security Complexities in a Digital World with Persistent Encryption

The security of sensitive information has emerged as a critical concern for organizations across the globe, especially in an era dominated by digital transformation. With IBM Z handling 70% of global production workloads, its role in managing a vast majority of the world’s sensitive data underscores the significant challenge of protecting this information beyond its initial secure storage. This reliance on IBM Z systems not only highlights their importance in data processing infrastructure but also the magnitude of responsibility in safeguarding data from potential threats as it moves beyond the mainframe’s secure confines.

As data moves through various networks and platforms in distributed environments, its vulnerability to unauthorized access and potential breaches increases. Movement into a less secure, distributed ecosystem introduces a myriad of security challenges exposing vulnerabilities. PK Encrypt offers persistent encryption which offers robust, continuous protection of sensitive information, irrespective of its location or lifecycle stage, addressing the critical need for a security solution that adapts to the evolving landscape of digital threats.

Data Distribution from the mainframe to the cloud highlights vulnerabilities

The reliance on IBM Z for processing and storing a substantial portion of sensitive data underscores its importance in the global data ecosystem. While data is securely encrypted on Direct Access Storage Devices (DASD), ensuring limited access, the security measures face significant challenges once the data embarks on its journey across distributed environments. Here are commonly identified complexities of maintaining Z-level security during data distribution, highlighting the risks of unauthorized access and the loss of encryption in transit.

Data's Vulnerable Journey

Once it leaves IBM Z, data is exposed to potential threats, including hackers and unauthorized access.

Limitations of Transfer Protocols

Traditional transfer solutions may encrypt data in transit but fail to protect it once it reaches its destination.

The Inconsistency of Security Measures

Multiple vendors, data policies, and movement of data throughout systems increase entry points for a breach.

The Need for a Unified Security Solution

There is a critical demand for a solution that maintains encryption consistently, regardless of the data’s location.

The Solution: PKWARE’s Persistent Encryption

PKWARE redefines data security with its Persistent Encryption solution, ensuring that sensitive data remains encrypted, irrespective of its state or location. This revolutionary approach guarantees that even if data falls into the wrong hands, it remains inaccessible without the encryption key. This section outlines the principles of Persistent Encryption and its implementation through PKWARE’s suite of encryption solutions, including PK Encrypt for Z.

Unbreakable Data Security

Leveraging AES-256 encryption standards, PKWARE ensures that data is protected at every stage of its lifecycle.

Cross-Platform Compatibility

PK Encrypt is part of PKWARE’s comprehensive encryption solutions, designed to secure data across all platforms.

Seamless Integration

PKWARE’s solutions integrate with IBM SAF, CPACF, ICSF, and IBM Pervasive Encryption®, offering a seamless security experience.

Flexible Encryption Options

Data can be encrypted with OpenPGP or X.509 certificates for transfer and storage, ensuring persistent security.

Why PK Encrypt: The Importance of Persistent Encryption

The security of sensitive information is not just a technical requirement but a critical component of an organization’s integrity and reliability. Persistent Encryption addresses the urgent need for a security solution that is both comprehensive and adaptable to the evolving threats in data protection.

Protection Against Data Breaches

Persistent Encryption minimizes the risk of data breaches, safeguarding an organization’s reputation and financial stability.

Compliance with Regulatory Standards

Ensuring data remains encrypted throughout its journey helps organizations comply with global data protection regulations.

Adaptability to Evolving Threats

PKWARE’s solution is designed to adapt to the changing landscape of cybersecurity threats, offering long-term protection.

Enhancing Trust and Reliability

By securing sensitive information, organizations can enhance their trustworthiness and reliability in the eyes of customers and partners.

PK Protect for z/OS The Future of Mainframe Data Protection

PK Protect for z/OS solves the issue of sensitive data duplication, replication, and proliferation. It is one of the most secure methods for managing personally identifiable information (PII), thereby ensuring data privacy and adherence to compliance regulations. PK Protect for z/OS is a natural combination with PK Encrypt by allowing you to discover where all of your data lives in the mainframe but taking the next steps to remediate it with persistent encryption.