The exchange of information regarding vulnerabilities and threats is essential to the success of security response. Effective and timely distribution can only thrive in an environment of trust. This requires not just an agreed-upon language and a policy framework but also an understanding of what can be done with shared data by whom.
Secure exchange of information entails sharing, sending and receiving sensitive information – such as large files – in a secure manner over the internet. The demands for this kind of communication will only grow as companies continue to expand and work with suppliers and partners across borders.
In the world of business the safe transmission of small and large files, messages on the fly and other documents will become increasingly important. In many cases encryption is a key element of the communication. For instance, encryption for email is required to ensure that digital communication remains secure.
There are many ways to send, share and receive ad hoc messages safely. One option is using an exchange portal with security that offers point-topoint encrypted messaging and storage. Another option is to use cloud folders that allow access to write and read can be granted.
When it comes to a more structured exchange of information, the NIST document managing the Security of Information Exchanges states that the level of protection required for sharing information has to be proportional to the risk it carries. This is to ensure that the confidentiality, integrity and accessibility of data are secured when it transfers between different entities.