Introducing Syncplify R2FS!
A Revolutionary Approach to Remote File Storage
Together with the upcoming release of Syncplify Server! v7.0, we're thrilled to unveil that simultaneously we will also release (Q1 2025) a major new technology: Syncplify R2FS! (Reverse-Remote File System) v1.0. This innovative storage solution, designed exclusively to work in conjunction with Syncplify Server!, is set to redefine secure and efficient remote storage access. Let's explore what makes Syncplify R2FS! so special and how it will transform the remote storage landscape.
The Traditional Network Storage Challenge
In typical client-server setups, storage servers require open inbound rules in your firewall towards the subnet where your storage servers are located, increasing the attack surface. While traditional storage may use encryption, it often lacks comprehensive security measures, leaving vulnerabilities open to sophisticated attacks.
Syncplify R2FS!: A Paradigm Shift
Syncplify R2FS!, built on new Syncplify proprietary technology (yes, we have protected our intellectual property, so don’t try to copy it 😉), revolutionizes the relationship between file-transfer and storage servers:
Inverted Roles: The storage server (in an isolated subnet with no inbound firewall rules) initiates an outbound-only connection to the Syncplify Server! V7 in your DMZ.
Enhanced Security: This approach significantly reduces potential attack surfaces by making it impossible to initiate unauthorized connections to the storage server itself.
Simplified Management: The system becomes more secure, reliable, and easier to manage.
Advanced Security Features
Mutual X.509 Certificate Verification
Syncplify R2FS! employs mutual TLS (mTLS) for authentication, a cornerstone of our security model. This method ensures both file-transfer and storage servers can authenticate each other, effectively preventing Adversary-In-The-Middle (AITM) attacks.
One-Click Firewall Configuration
Say goodbye to complex firewall setups. Syncplify R2FS! only requires a single outbound (from protected subnet to DMZ) connection, simplifying deployment and allowing administrators to focus on data management rather than intricate configurations.
Streamlined Operation
Syncplify R2FS! utilizes a communication layer designed to mirror standard operating system file-system calls. This proprietary approach allows for efficient translation of OS file-system commands to Syncplify R2FS! operations, optimizing performance without compromising security.
The Future with Syncplify Server! v7 and Syncplify R2FS! v1
The introduction of Syncplify R2FS! enhances the Syncplify Server! ecosystem. Syncplify Server! v7.0 will offer a powerful file-transfer server solution with support for various protocols. Syncplify R2FS! v1.0 provides an optional, seamless way to integrate advanced remote-reverse storage access functionality, greatly reducing the attack surface and broadening regulatory compliance in segments subject to regulations like PCI-DSS, HIPAA, etc.
This combination delivers:
Top-tier security: A network-isolated storage service protected from inbound connection attempts.
Operational efficiency: Simplified deployments with one-click firewall configurations.
Unmatched flexibility: Easy integration of R2FS! into existing Syncplify Server! deployments.
Setting a New Standard
Syncplify R2FS! represents a new benchmark for remote file systems: secure, efficient, and user-friendly. Our innovative approach ensures the ultimate data protection without compromising performance.
Why It Matters to You
Whether you're an IT professional managing large-scale deployments or an advanced user seeking a cutting-edge storage solution, Syncplify Server! v7 and Syncplify R2FS! v1 offer unparalleled flexibility. Start with Syncplify Server! v7 stand-alone, and as your needs grow, add Syncplify R2FS! to unlock enhanced network storage security features.
Stay tuned for the release of Syncplify Server! v7.0, which will include support for the optional Syncplify R2FS! component. Experience the future of remote file storage management and security with Syncplify's innovative technology.