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Welcome to HushApp: your privacy app

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Are you worried about the idea of ​​someone unwanted accessing your images, videos or private documents?. We want to show you a new solution. We introduce to you the HushApp, an application that will simplify the way you protect your files.

Every day our digital files grow in vulnerability; no one is safe from becoming the next cybercrime victim. This is why cybersecurity is growing in relevance both personally and professionally.

What is HushApp?

HushApp is an application that helps you send and store any file in an easy and secure way. How we do it? using an end-to-end

encryption system that secures your files locally, remotely, and in transit. To increase your security, we add a military grade encryption type, giving more strength to the service.

HushApp uses zero knowledge technology, with guarantees that we don’t have access to your files, only you know what you are sharing. We also don’t store your passwords making it impossible to restore, which is why we recommend you don’t forget it.

Only you have the control, you can: send files to any person regardless of if they use the app or not, choose transfer expiration dates, attach messages to your recipients, and so much more…

Do you want to know more how HushApp works? Watch this simple tutorial

HushApp for business

Thinking in terms of the business world, we have the small business plan. Here you have the option to invite other users and give them certain permits. In addition, you can control their activity and know what and when data is moving in your organization.

How can we help your company?

Recently, the European Regulation of Data Protection (GDPR) was approved. Companies must now reconsider the security with which they handle data currently. The HushApp adapts its functionalities for environments where handling confidential information is routine. That is why we support you in everything related to:

  • Transfer confidential files
  • Exchange files in multidisciplinary teams
  • Increase credibility in your business
  • Protect intellectual property
  • Control access and management permits
  • Comply with GDPR requirements
  • Manage users and teams
  • History activity and transfers

Hushapp can be used many different business sectors including but not limited to: marketing and sales teams, research and development, creative sector, legal sector, health, education, and administration among others. These are just a few entities that will benefit from our service.

Summarizing: HushApp gives you access to features that will make your life online easier and safer. We offer:

  • Secure storage of any type of document: photos, documents, presentations, videos, among others.
  • Share files securely with other contacts, whether they are HushApp users or not.
  • You can use it on mobile, tablet or computer.
  • Track your sent and received files
  • Connect with your colleagues, friends and family.
  • Enjoy send and share files safely 🙂

We invite you to try HushApp

The CISO new figure and its role in corporate cybersecurity

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Cyberattacks are increasing in business sectors; the more connected to the internet companies are, the more vulnerable they are to attack. With this imminent threat, entrepreneurs are aware of the fact that it is if, but when they will be attacked. It is for this reason that many companies are beginning to hire a new staff figure: the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO).

Although companies recognize the potential damage that a cyberattack can bring, statistics indicate that corporate leaders are not taking the necessary measures to protect themselves.  

One of the reasons why necessary measures are not taken is the lack of knowledge regarding the directive itself. The National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) published a survey to more than 600 directors and professionals of corporations, they found that only 19% believe that their boards have a high level understanding of cybersecurity risks.

However, they are aware of the biggest risks that a cyberattack could bring. A study was conducted by BAE Systems among 300 managers of companies in the United States. It found that 85% of those surveyed mentioned reputation lost as the most serious consequence of a leak, while 74% considered the legal repercussions as their second largest concern.

Taking the appropriate security measures not only involve resources, qualified staff and technology, it’s also about having the ability to manage them with astuteness. That’s why it is important to determine the role of the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) as they attempt to keep the interests of the company safe.

What are CISOs facing?

Restrictions on the implementation of security processes in response to app vulnerabilities, mobile device use without security policies, insufficient staff for IT security, and adequate software for confidential files protection are some of the reasons for deficiency in the cybersecurity field.

We should add the need of a CISO to convince the directors board of possible consequences of a cyberattack in an environment where administrative sector is generally given priority.  

Considering the legal responsibility for a security crack that affects customers and how it will correspond with the company’s management. It is necessary to know in depth what is done in this department and how to integrate it with the business strategies of the company.

Establish a cybernetic culture throughout the company

This solution goes beyond understanding security protocols, it is also ensuring that the board of directors establishes a strong professional relationship with the CISO. This will help the board understand the cyber threats, implement appropriate security controls and at the same time promote cybersecurity culture.

A Harvard Business Review research found that 9 out of 10 CISOs are directly linked to the highest management team, half of which belongs to the management team.

Another interesting suggestion is encouraging the involvement of the CISO in the business initiatives. This allows their risk assessments to be taken into account before and during the analysis of results.

On the other hand, to promote  an effective safety culture, it is necessary to have appropriate technology that allows the team to keep up with cybersecurity. Currently there are tools designed for managers that allow them to control the flow of sensitive information inside the company.

Cybersecurity challenges are increasingly difficult, therefore it is task of all staff to carry out appropriate safety measures. It is no longer the responsibility of the IT department, it is necessary to involve and create cybersecurity culture throughout the team, and managers should be example to follow.

Encryption for dummies: What is it and what is it for?

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Surely you have already heard news of cyber attacks and data leaks as it is becoming increasingly common. Any person or company is exposed to an attack of this type if the necessary security measures are not taken, but what are these measures? What can you do to protect your information?. The most used and effective method to protect your data is a system of encryption with which you can feel secure that your information is completely protected. Have you heard about encryption? Do you know how it works?.

If your answer is no, it is time for you to start taking cybersecurity more seriously and begin learning more about it. That is why we have prepared this post, in hopes that it will help you better understand and apply it in the daily management of your files.

What is encryption?

To explain it in a simple way, encryption is a procedure in which any type of file becomes unreadable thanks to an algorithm that scrambles

the files components. This makes it impossible for the file to be opened or decoded if you do not have the key to access the information. This  means that if an unauthorized viewer intercepts an encrypted file they will only be able to see a group of illegible characters, even if they manage to open it.

This system is not something new. Encryption has existed for many centuries, however, its modern use dates back to the First World War. During the conflict different blocks sent illegible messages back and forth to prevent the enemy from deciphering them in the case that they were intercepted in transit.

Encryption, Symmetric and Asymmetric what is it for?

The most common types of file encryption are symmetric and asymmetric.

The symmetric encryption system uses a single key to encrypt or decrypt, while asymmetric data uses two keys: one public to encrypt and one private to decrypt. In this way it is impossible to derive the private key from the public key.  

Advantages and disadvantages

It is important to highlight the level of security offered by data encryption. It is a much more powerful tool than a password (such as the start of the mobile or email), since they only protect access. Once the password is discovered, anyone with it has full access to the contents of the files. Encryption protects data directly, making it impossible to see the contents of files.

The only disadvantage to consider is the importance of not losing your password. After it is lost, all access to the data will be lost completely, as there is no way to change it. So all things  considered, the only additional requirement of encryption is greater protection of your passwords.

How is a file encrypted?

There are different levels of security that depend on the complexity of the algorithm used. Different encryption methods contain greater and lesser levels of sophistication and complexity.

At the user level, it is not necessary to use such complex tools. Currently there are applications that can help you encrypt your files both easily and quickly, while also to share them with your contacts in a secure way. This allows them to remain protected from the moment they are sent to the moment they are received.

We are the only ones responsible for ensuring the security of our information, so taking protective measures as a habit will help us avoid future problems.

Encryption is easy, check it with HushApp!