The Growing Threat of Cyberattacks on MFT Vendors
The concerning surge in ransomware attacks targeting Managed File Transfer (MFT) vendors is getting a lot of attention–and rightfully so. These incidents not only impact the vendors themselves but also pose a risk to their customers, who rely on secure file transfers for their day-to-day operations.
As digital ecosystems become more connected, attackers increasingly view MFT platforms as high-value gateways into enterprise networks. Organizations must stay vigilant, ensuring their file transfer systems remain secure and resilient in the face of evolving threats.
Summary: Cyberattacks on MFT vendors represent a growing threat to enterprise data security. Understanding the risk landscape is the first step toward safeguarding sensitive information.
Axway’s Proven Commitment to Enterprise Security
With over two decades of experience and a flawless record supporting Fortune 500 companies, Axway has built a reputation as a trusted partner in secure file transfer.
From the earliest days of MFT innovation, Axway’s focus has remained the same: ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of customer data. This commitment extends across every phase of product development, deployment, and support.
Axway’s security-first culture is backed by continuous threat monitoring and proactive risk assessment — ensuring customers stay protected as the security landscape evolves.
Summary: Axway’s track record of zero security incidents across two decades of MFT leadership demonstrates its enduring commitment to enterprise-grade protection and reliability.
Expert Insights: Axway’s General Manager of MFT discusses the Zero Trust security model in a recent panel.
Building Security by Design: Inside Axway’s Development Framework
Axway has a robust Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) in place that defines a security gate to be reached by each product before being released to customers. This multi-layered process integrates both automated and manual testing to detect and eliminate vulnerabilities early.
Axway’s Software Development Lifecycle includes:
- Attack surface analysis
- Dynamic application security testing (DAST)
- Static application security testing (SAST)
- Container security analysis
- Manual penetration testing
Summary: Axway’s SDLC embeds security at every stage—from design to deployment—ensuring customers receive rigorously tested, enterprise-secure MFT solutions.
Enterprise Reliability: Security Built on a Resilient Foundation
Axway’s commitment to security makes it possible to deliver enterprise-grade MFT performance backed by industry-leading infrastructure and continuous monitoring.
Customers benefit from:
- SLA options up to 99.99% availability
- Multi-node architecture for high resilience
- Follow-the-sun support for uninterrupted service
- APIs and automation for scalable performance
Our “always-on” MFT solutions leverage multi-nodes, APIs, automation, and monitoring. Whether you implement Axway MFT on-premises or in any cloud, you can always rest easy knowing your operations are secure, scalable, and resilient.
That goes for our Managed Cloud Services for MFT, too, which gives you the best of both worlds — the power of a cloud platform with the business and technical expertise of a world-class team. We believe in being your partner 24/7/365, and we’re here to secure your business in the long run.
Summary: Axway combines security, scalability, and availability to deliver MFT solutions that support mission-critical operations across global enterprises.
Expert Insights: What makes a secure cloud MFT solution?
Next steps to ensure your data stays protected
We will always place the highest priority on safeguarding your data from current and emerging cyber risks.
To further ensure your security, we advise you to keep your software versions up to date. Our updates not only include feature enhancements but also encompass critical security updates that fortify your defenses against potential threats.
By staying current with the latest versions of our software, you enhance your protection and minimize vulnerabilities.
MFT Security: Trust Nothing. Verify Always.
We strive to maintain transparency and provide you with the information you need to make informed decisions regarding your security. Your trust is of utmost importance to us, and we remain dedicated to providing you with best-in-class software and services.
Thank you for your continued partnership.
Sincerely,
Meetesh Patel
VP and General Manager of Managed File Transfer at Axway
If you have any further concerns or require additional information, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.