In today’s interconnected world, but especially in the IT sector, security and reliability are essential. Regular updates and patches are fundamental measures. In non-critical environments, this is usually done via a direct connection to the internet. This is implemented directly by the products used or with the support of patch management systems. System maintenance becomes more extensive in environments with increased security or decentralized administration. Here, systems are physically or logically separated from each other and require manual maintenance, often involving the transfer of large amounts of data. This takes more time and is a potential source of errors. The consequences of rolling out updates unverified are well-known from the global IT outage in June 2024. With infodas connect. on the other hand, decision-makers in security-relevant environments and networks ensure that updates are deployed securely.

Based on PATCH.works’ long-standing expertise, infodas has developed infodas connect., a modular, more cost-efficient and effective product for the reliable transfer of data. Thanks to encryption techniques and protocols, the new software solution ensures that only authorized recipients have access to data transfers. In addition, an integrity check ensures that the data being transmitted is not altered or damaged during the process. The information is provided to a central repository and enables efficient data organization and synchronization while fulfilling the highest security standards. Available add-ons provide a useful extension of the encryption functions. infodas connect. is characterized by its high compatibility with common operating systems such as Windows and Linux.

Proven practices and a high degree of experience serve as the foundation for establishing secure and trustworthy applications. The software suite effectively verifies and distributes data on secure systems. In the field of industrial networks or Critical Infrastructures, infodas connect. ensures the secure operation and long-term availability of operational technology (OT) and information technology (IT). The effects of wide-ranging disruptions and complete IT break downs with the associated economic damage for companies and consequences for society, are consistently avoided.

“It is essential to implement update and patch processes in a secure and targeted manner. A few weeks ago, the global IT outage clearly showed us what happens when an update is rolled out without being checked in security-critical environments. With infodas connect., our new software spearhead, we fully meet the increasing requirements of the market and our customers. We have succeeded in significantly revising the previous PATCH.works product and transferring our in-depth expertise and know-how into a new cyber and IT security solution. An attractive licensing model ensures that the costs for extensive and multi-level installations have been optimized,” says Nikolaos Mitrakis, Senior Product Manager at INFODAS GmbH.

Find a detailed product presentation here: https://www.infodas.com/en/products/infodas-connect/