Clearswift Filecatalyst

The integration of Clearswift and FileCatalyst (both now under the Fortra banner) addresses a critical challenge in modern enterprise: how to move massive amounts of data at lightning speed without compromising security or compliance. This synergy combines FileCatalyst’s accelerated transport protocols with Clearswift’s deep content inspection and Adaptive Data Loss Prevention (A-DLP). Core Synergy: Speed Meets Security

Accelerated Transport: FileCatalyst uses patented UDP-based technology to transfer files up to 100x faster than traditional TCP-based methods (like FTP or HTTP), especially over high-latency or long-distance networks.

Deep Content Inspection: Clearswift Secure ICAP Gateway intercepts these high-speed transfers to analyze the actual content of the files, not just the file type or name.

Adaptive Redaction: Instead of a "stop and block" approach, Clearswift can automatically redact sensitive information (like PII or credit card numbers) or sanitize malicious active content (like macros or scripts) in real-time, allowing the rest of the file to continue its journey unhindered. Key Technical Features Clearswift and Secure File Transfer

Clearswift and FileCatalyst are two core cybersecurity and data transfer solutions owned by Fortra (formerly HelpSystems). While they serve different primary functions—one focused on deep content security and the other on high-speed transfer—they are often integrated to provide a secure, accelerated pipeline for sensitive data. Clearswift: Content Security & DLP

Clearswift provides a suite of secure gateways (Email, Web, and ICAP) designed to protect data at the content level.

Adaptive Redaction: Automatically removes sensitive information (like credit card numbers or PII) from documents and emails in real-time, allowing the rest of the communication to proceed without a full block.

Deep Content Inspection: Scans complex file types and hidden metadata to detect threats or unauthorized data sharing. clearswift filecatalyst

Compliance Management: Helps organizations meet regulatory requirements by enforcing granular data loss prevention (DLP) rules. FileCatalyst: Accelerated File Transfer

FileCatalyst is a specialized software solution designed for moving massive datasets quickly over long distances. Clearswift – Secure ICAP Gateway - BlueFinch ESBD

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Media & Entertainment (Broadcasting)

A single 4K RAW video file can be 2TB. A film studio in London needs to send dailies to a VFX house in Mumbai. Using FTP would take three days. Using Clearswift FileCatalyst, it takes 30 minutes. Crucially, the security layer ensures that no ransomware hiding in a subtitle file or asset folder propagates into the studio’s core MAM (Media Asset Management) system.

1.1 The Limitations of TCP

Traditional file transfer protocols rely on the Transmission Control Protocol (TCP). While reliable, TCP is inherently inefficient over long distances with high latency. The "TCP Throughput Bottleneck" dictates that as latency increases, throughput drops significantly, regardless of available bandwidth. For media, engineering, and healthcare organizations moving terabytes of data, standard FTP is operationally viable.

Conclusion: Don’t Let Speed Compromise Security

The days of choosing between "fast" and "secure" are over. In a data-driven economy, slow file transfers are a liability, and insecure transfers are a disaster waiting to happen.

Clearswift FileCatalyst offers the best of both worlds. It solves the technical challenge of moving heavy payloads across challenging networks while maintaining the rigorous security posture required by today’s threat landscape. The integration of Clearswift and FileCatalyst (both now

If your organization is struggling with file transfer bottlenecks, it might be time to upgrade your engine.

Want to learn more about how Clearswift FileCatalyst can integrate into your existing workflows? Contact us today for a demonstration.

To create "solid content" (secure, compliant, and threat-free data) using the Clearswift and FileCatalyst integration, you must leverage their combined power of high-speed transfer and deep content security. This partnership, both part of the Fortra cybersecurity suite, ensures that large files are moved quickly without compromising data integrity. 1. Deep Content Inspection (DCI)

The foundation of "solid" content is Clearswift's Deep Content Inspection engine. Unlike standard antivirus, it:

Deconstructs files: It breaks down files into their constituent parts (e.g., text, images, embedded macros) to find hidden threats or sensitive data.

Analyzing metadata: It scrubs "invisible" information like document history, GPS coordinates in images, and author details that could leak sensitive info. 2. Adaptive Data Redaction

Instead of blocking a file entirely because of one sensitive detail, the Clearswift Secure ICAP Gateway can automatically: Want to learn more about how Clearswift FileCatalyst

Redact sensitive text: Black out PII (Personally Identifiable Information) or financial data in real-time.

Sanitize documents: Remove active content like malicious macros or scripts from Word and PDF files while keeping the rest of the document intact. 3. Accelerated & Secure Delivery

Once Clearswift has "solidified" the content (cleaned and sanitized it), FileCatalyst handles the transmission:

UDP-based acceleration: Overcomes latency to move massive files (GBs to TBs) up to 100x faster than standard FTP.

Automation: Use the GoAnywhere MFT integration to trigger Clearswift scans automatically before FileCatalyst sends the data to its destination. Summary of the "Solid Content" Workflow Technology Used Inspect Break down file structure to find hidden risks. Clearswift DCI Engine Sanitize Remove macros, scripts, and sensitive metadata. Structural Sanitization Redact Mask specific sensitive strings (e.g., SSNs, names). Adaptive Data Redaction Transfer Send the "clean" file at high speed. FileCatalyst (UDP)

To help you set this up, would you like to know more about configuring specific redaction rules or how to automate the hand-off between the security gateway and the transfer agent? Clearswift – Secure ICAP Gateway - BlueFinch ESBD

Monitoring & metrics to track

  • Transfer throughput (MB/s) and success/failure rates
  • Concurrent transfers and queue lengths
  • DLP policy hits by type
  • Malware detections and false positives
  • Latency and packet loss on transfer paths
  • CPU/memory on relay and inspection nodes

The Problem: When FTP and Cloud Storage Hit a Wall

Most organizations rely on standard File Transfer Protocol (FTP), HTTP, or consumer-grade cloud storage solutions (like Dropbox or WeTransfer) to move files. While these work fine for small documents, they crumble under the weight of modern big data.

  • Latency: Standard TCP-based transfers struggle with high latency networks. If you are moving a 100GB file from London to Sydney, the transfer can take days.
  • Packet Loss: In unstable networks, packet loss causes standard transfers to stall or fail completely, requiring restarts from scratch.
  • Security Gaps: Consumer-grade tools often lack the granular security controls required by compliance standards like GDPR, HIPAA, or ITAR.

This is the "File Transfer Bottleneck." It slows down production cycles, frustrates partners, and creates shadow IT risks as employees look for unauthorized workarounds.