05-18-2022, 05:06 AM
When it comes to securing Hyper-V backup data during transmission, there are a few practical strategies we can use to keep our data safe and sound. First off, it’s essential to leverage encryption. Using protocols like TLS 1.2 or TLS 1.3 is a no-brainer. They create a secure tunnel for your data, ensuring that it’s encrypted as it travels from one point to another. This makes it way harder for attackers to get their hands on sensitive information.
Another thing to consider is using a VPN. If you’re transferring backups over the internet, a Virtual Private Network can add an extra layer of security. It encrypts all the traffic between your network and the backup location, masking your data from prying eyes. Think of it as a secure, private highway for your data.
It's also a good idea to look at the choice of transport protocols. Using secure versions of protocols like SMB (Server Message Block) can help, too. Make sure your configurations are set for secure connections, as using not-so-secure settings can leave gaps that attackers might exploit.
Authenticating both ends of the transmission is another critical piece of the puzzle. This means ensuring that the receiving end of your backup is trusted. Deploying certificate-based authentication can help verify identities and add that extra cushion of trust.
Lastly, don't forget the importance of regular audits and updates. Keeping an eye on your backup practices ensures that you catch any vulnerabilities that might pop up over time. Plus, making sure your processes and software are up to date helps defend against the latest threats.
Another thing to look into (and best practice) is to compress and encrypt Hyper-V backups before the transmission with AES. This gives you an additional layer of security and also secures the data at rest in the place where it will be stored next. An interesting new thing on the horizon is SMB over QUIC coming in Windows Server 2025. It may improve UNC share performance over the internet and make it easier to access them, without having to set up a VPN and expose the entire LAN. On the other hand, I'm sure it will come with its own risks, security holes, and bugs...you know Microsoft!
I hope my post was useful. Are you new to Hyper-V and do you have a good Hyper-V backup software? See my other post.
Another thing to consider is using a VPN. If you’re transferring backups over the internet, a Virtual Private Network can add an extra layer of security. It encrypts all the traffic between your network and the backup location, masking your data from prying eyes. Think of it as a secure, private highway for your data.
It's also a good idea to look at the choice of transport protocols. Using secure versions of protocols like SMB (Server Message Block) can help, too. Make sure your configurations are set for secure connections, as using not-so-secure settings can leave gaps that attackers might exploit.
Authenticating both ends of the transmission is another critical piece of the puzzle. This means ensuring that the receiving end of your backup is trusted. Deploying certificate-based authentication can help verify identities and add that extra cushion of trust.
Lastly, don't forget the importance of regular audits and updates. Keeping an eye on your backup practices ensures that you catch any vulnerabilities that might pop up over time. Plus, making sure your processes and software are up to date helps defend against the latest threats.
Another thing to look into (and best practice) is to compress and encrypt Hyper-V backups before the transmission with AES. This gives you an additional layer of security and also secures the data at rest in the place where it will be stored next. An interesting new thing on the horizon is SMB over QUIC coming in Windows Server 2025. It may improve UNC share performance over the internet and make it easier to access them, without having to set up a VPN and expose the entire LAN. On the other hand, I'm sure it will come with its own risks, security holes, and bugs...you know Microsoft!
I hope my post was useful. Are you new to Hyper-V and do you have a good Hyper-V backup software? See my other post.
