High data security and privacy during online backups in Genie Mail Backup are achieved through the application of the following data-security standards:
This security measure is applicable even when secure online backup is not selected.
Passwords are encrypted using the SHA-256(Secure Hash Algorithm). This hash encryption algorithm is one of the required secure hash algorithms for use in U.S. Federal applications, including the use of other cryptographic algorithms and protocols, for the protection of sensitive unclassified information.
This Encryption methodology is a one way encryption; therefore it cannot be decrypted at the server’s side and therefore there is no way to recover a password from the data base, the server will only be able to reset the password and not recover it. The reset password will be sent to the user’s personal email, this process prevents hackers from resetting the user’s account, which is a great feature to prevent user impersonation.
Genie Online Backup supports a 128- bit Secure Socket Layer (SSL) certified by the leading global provider of SSL certificates Thawte. This protocol uses RSA encryption algorithm in order to encrypt the data on the link and prevent hackers from eavesdropping on personal information.
This Authentication is done to reassure the clients that they are sending their information to the right source. In other words, the certificate based authentication verifies that we are who we say we are. This authentication is done by the SSL certificate provided by Thawte. An SSL Web Server Certificate enables Genie Online Backup users to view the following information:
The domain for which the certificate was issued. This allows them to check that the SSL Web Server Certificate was issued for your exact host and domain.
The owner of the certificate. This acts as further reassurance, since customers are able to see whom they are doing business with.
The physical location of the owner. Once again this reassures customers that they are dealing with an actual entity.
The validity dates of the certificate. This is extremely important, since it shows users that your Digital Certificate is current.
From the left navigation menu in the backup wizard select Where to Backup.
Select Online Backup.
Click the Change User button.
Make sure Secure is selected.
OR
From Online Backup Account in Main Page
Click the Change User button.
Make sure Secure is selected