Aladdin Secret Disk Linux

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• DLP - Data Loss/Leak Prevention

Secret Disk Linux is a family-based protection against confidential information leaks enciphering operating systems. Linux

2024: Secret Disk for Linux 2.1 with system partition protection

Aladdin announced the release of the updated release of Secret Disk for Linux 2.1 on August 26, 2024.

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The key feature of this release of Secret Disk for Linux is the protection of the system partition in Linux. The system partition is the root partition of the operating system, which stores the main files and settings of the operating system itself, information about user accounts, as well as files created by users (working documents of any format). The encryption function of the system partition allows you to prevent attackers from accessing all this data and preserve their privacy even if unauthorized physical access to a work computer or laptop has been obtained.

The ability to centrally manage agents allows you to quickly put protection into operation on a large number of workstations at the same time and simplify its further administration.

The roles of IT and information security administrators in the process of configuring and operating the product are clearly divided. This not only protects the information from the actions of the "superuser," but also protects the administrators themselves when investigating security incidents.

The system partition protection is enabled on the commissioned workstation with the installed OS. Before starting encryption, the OS parameters are automatically checked and the security parameters are configured, which guarantees the correct operation of the security tool. The encrypting process is performed in the background, does not affect workflows and is not noticeable to the user, the operation of the system partition protection module is completely transparent to the user and does not require any additional actions from him.

2022

Compatible Secret Disk Linux 1.1 with Astra Linux Special Edition 1.7

Aladdin R.D. announced on August 2, 2022 that, together with Astra Group of Companies, it had completed test tests for the compatibility of Secret Disk Linux and Astra Linux Special Edition.

Based on the test results, a compatibility certificate was signed confirming the correctness of the joint functioning of the Secret Disk Linux 1.1 cryptographic information protection tool and the Astra Linux Special Edition 1.7 operating system.

The joint use of Secret Disk Linux and Astra Linux Special Edition will create a comprehensively protected automated workplace (AWS) for working with confidential information without the risk of leaks, including in the event of theft or loss of a computer.

Astra Linux Special Edition is a Russian certified operating system with built-in information protection tools that have no analogues. It is designed to organize stable and secure IT infrastructures of various sizes and uninterrupted work with data, including any degree of confidentiality.

Secret Disk Linux is a cryptographic information protection system in Linux operating systems. Secret Disk Linux provides:

• protection against unauthorized access to confidential information using encryption;
• protection of data from leakage at the access of unauthorized persons, including during service, loss of personal computers or laptops;
• control of users' access to secure information;
• reliable two-factor authentication with a key user container;
• transparency of work for the user;
• delimitation of access rights between IT and information security administrators.

Red OS Compatibility

On July 7, 2022, Aladdin R.D. announced that, together with RED SOFTWARE, it had completed test tests for the compatibility of Secret Disk Linux software products with RED OS. Based on the test results, a compatibility certificate was signed confirming the correctness of joint operation.

Release of Secret Disk Linux 1.1

Aladdin R.D., a major Russian developer and provider of information security solutions, announced on June 15, 2022 the release of Secret Disk Linux 1.1, a cryptographic information protection system in Linux. Secret Disk Linux 1.1 has expanded the list of supported operating systems - support for domestic operating systems Astra Linux Common Edition 1.7 and Astra Linux Special Edition 1.7, as well as RED OS 7.3.

For the convenience of the administrator, in addition to the classic command line, the product has an up-to-date graphical interface.

Another innovation is multiplayer mode. On one workstation, each user under their account can create a secure virtual disk that is not accessible to other users. The number of users at one automated workplace (AWS) is not limited.

In addition, starting with version 1.1, Secret Disk Linux is available with a free trial period of 6 months. During the trial period, there are no restrictions on the functionality of the product. Switching to a working commercial license will not require reinstalling the software.

This release of Secret Disk Linux demonstrates our priorities for supporting domestic customers during this difficult transition stage of import substitution. The Secret Disk development team focuses on the development of the Linux version of the product. We plan to include all technical solutions in the field of encryption primarily in Secret Disk Linux. Our goal is to make Linux the flagship product in the Secret Disk line, commented on Denis Sukhovey, Director of the Technology Development Department "Aladdin R.D."

The Secret Disk Linux product was released in 2021, it is designed to ensure the security of confidential information and personal data on corporate PCs and laptops running on Linux.

2021

Astra Linux Special Edition Compatibility

The compatibility of OCAstra Linux Special Edition and products of Aladdin RD JaCarta Management System 4LX and Secret Disk Linux has been confirmed. The use of this firmware stack allows you to ensure the protection of confidential data, including those constituting a state secret labeled "top secret." This was announced on December 13, 2021 by Astra Linux. Read more here.

Release of Secret Disk Linux

On September 16, 2021, Aladdin R.D. announced the release of Secret Disk Linux, a product designed to prevent confidential information leaks on Linux operating systems.

This product protects virtual disks. The contents of the virtual disk are stored encrypted in a container file, and any changes with it are available only to the owner user of this disk. Secret Disk Linux also solves the problem of protecting against malicious administrator actions by distinguishing user roles.

The scope of the product is to ensure the security of confidential information and personal data on corporate PCs and laptops. Secret Disk Linux will allow proactive data protection and reduce the threat of data leakage from internal intruders. The most popular will be the use of the product for organizations facing the task of switching to domestic OS and software in the near and medium term. In addition, Secret Disk Linux provides secure operation:

• in state information systems (GIS);
• in automated production and process control systems (APCS) at critical facilities;
• in personal data information systems (ISDS);
• in information systems of significant objects of critical information infrastructure (CII);
• when developing application software for federal level information systems.

As of September 2021, Secret Disk Linux supports the Astra Linux Special Edition Smolensk 1.6 operating system.

Secret Disk Linux is aimed at passing certification tests of the FSB of Russia to confirm compliance with the CIPF requirements for KS1 and KS2 classes.

The product has passed beta testing with the involvement of authorized partners. The collected wishes and comments are included in the product development map. Secret Disk Linux is available for piloting and use by both authorized partners and customers.

{{quote 'We are pleased to announce the release of Secret Disk Linux, this is a huge step for our team. Now the company's portfolio has been replenished with another product that allows you to follow the import substitution strategy.

The transition to domestic OS and software remains a very non-trivial task - as a rule, infrastructures during the transition period have a heterogeneous composition, there is a need to integrate new products into the existing environment. We, as experts, are ready to take part in piloting Secret Disk together with customers and partners and provide the necessary assistance in the process of testing and adapting the product into the existing infrastructure, - commented Denis Sukhovey, Head of Technology Development at Aladdin R.D.}}