The transfer is blocked, and an alert is logged.
Upon arrival at the staging area or server, FileCatalyst routes the files to the Clearswift SECURE Gateway via the Internet Content Adaptation Protocol (ICAP). 3. Deep Inspection and Modification
, a Fortra company, focuses on information governance, threat protection, and data loss prevention (DLP). Its core strength lies in Adaptive Redaction —a sophisticated technology that inspects content in real-time, removing only the malicious or sensitive elements rather than blocking the entire file, thus allowing business processes to continue uninterrupted. 3. The Synergy: Clearswift and FileCatalyst clearswift filecatalyst
Malware often hides inside innocent-looking file properties. Clearswift automatically strips out malicious macros, active code, and tracking scripts from incoming files (such as Microsoft Office documents or PDFs) before they reach the endpoint, neutralizing zero-day threats. Data Redaction
The integrated solution offers several benefits, including: The transfer is blocked, and an alert is logged
Clearswift is a UK‑based information security company with more than two decades of experience securing critical information flowing through digital collaboration channels. Its solutions are deployed in some of the largest defense organizations across the globe, in some of the most testing environments. The company was originally founded as NET‑TEL in 1982 and today is owned by Fortra (formerly HelpSystems).
In 2018, Clearswift and FileCatalyst announced a strategic partnership to integrate their technologies and provide a comprehensive secure file transfer solution. The integration of Clearswift's MFT platform with FileCatalyst's accelerated file transfer software provides a robust and secure solution for organizations to transfer large files and sensitive information. Deep Inspection and Modification , a Fortra company,
: FileCatalyst maintains maximum throughput regardless of network distance or packet loss.
One of Clearswift’s most distinctive capabilities is . Instead of simply blocking an entire message or file, the system intelligently removes active content, metadata, or other sensitive elements in real time. This applies to images embedded in Word documents, hidden data in file metadata, and even malicious macros.
Here is how this integration works, why it matters, and how it protects your critical workflows. The Core Challenge: Speed vs. Security