Demilitarized Zone acts as a protective barrier between your internal network and external threats. By housing critical services like web and file transfer servers within this zone, you enable external access while shielding your internal systems from direct exposure.
Organizations create a protective barrier that isolates these services from the core network by situating file transfer services such as FTP, SFTP, or FTPS in the DMZ. This setup limits exposure and reduces the risk of unauthorized access to sensitive internal data. The DMZ also strengthens security by incorporating advanced measures like firewalls and intrusion detection systems to oversee and filter file transfer traffic. This setup ensures that data is encrypted and transmitted securely, with any potential threats contained within the DMZ, preventing them from reaching the internal network. Additionally, it facilitates detailed monitoring and logging of file transfer activities, aiding in detecting suspicious behavior and ensuring compliance with security protocols.
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