Coviant Software Adds New Layer of Protection to Diplomat MFT with Threat Intelligence
Managed File Transfer Leader Continues Commitment to Customer Focused Security and Innovation
SAN ANTONIO, TX, September 18, 2025 – To help its customers prevent unwanted network intrusions by threat actors probing SFTP connections used for automated file transfers, Coviant Software has added threat intelligence to its award-winning Diplomat MFT line of managed file transfer (MFT) solutions. This means Diplomat MFT now correlates every attempt to connect to an SFTP server against a current list of IP addresses and sources known to be high-risk, blocking them in real-time.
Further enhancements to Diplomat MFT include corresponding updates to Diplomat MFT’s granular IP administration access rules and new PGP enforcement rules that allow for the deletion of suspicious, non-encrypted files. These updates enable Coviant Software customers to better protect themselves from cybercriminals, state-sponsored threat groups, and other digital miscreants behind the range of advanced persistent threats beleaguering healthcare, financial services, government, critical infrastructure, manufacturing, and other industries targeted by cybercrime.
“At Coviant Software we believe a managed file transfer solution should be secure-by-design, easy to use, and not cost a fortune. And it should be incumbent for an MFT vendor to protect their product before it is deployed, not charge extra for security after the fact. That’s why, unlike with some other MFT products, we bake threat intelligence into the architecture of Diplomat MFT rather than charge extra as an add-on,” said Coviant Software CEO Greg Hoffer. “By making security easy and automatic, we minimize the risk of human error while maximizing the efficiency and simplicity of critical file transfers so that whether you are a large enterprise or a small business, you get the best protection available.”
“It should be incumbent for an MFT vendor to protect their product before it is deployed, not charge extra for security after the fact.” Greg Hoffer, CEO, Coviant Software
The updated product, released as Diplomat MFT 9.4.1, is available immediately. Existing users can easily upgrade their software through the Coviant Software customer portal or contact technical support with any questions or assistance required. Threat intelligence adds to the long list of features designed to make security, compliance, and streamlined operation simple and affordable for organizations that rely on managed file transfers to successfully conduct digital business operations. Some other recent product enhancements include:
- Built-In Compliance Tools: Simplified documentation for HIPAA updates and other regulations with SFTP Audit Report and digital supply chain Connection Map.
- Workflow Testing: Validate workflow function and security using Dry Run mode before launch to avoid errors.
- No-Code OneDrive Transfers: Automate file transfer workflows to OneDrive with a simple click.
- Flexible Roles & LDAP: Establish custom permissions and directory integration based on organizational needs.
- ROI Calculator: See exactly how much your organization saves in time and money when using Diplomat MFT for file transfer workflow automation.
Coviant Software’s Diplomat MFT secure managed file transfer solution meets customer expectations for functionality, ease of use, and enterprise-grade scalability without sacrificing security for convenience. Among Diplomat MFT’s automated features are:
- PGP encryption management;
- Authorized recipient/destination confirmation;
- Scheduler with virtually unlimited concurrent job capacity;
- Process data capture for compliance audit reporting and troubleshooting; and,
- Notifications to communication channels of choice (email, text, Slack, Teams, etc.).
Diplomat MFT’s secure architecture and deployment in conjunction with the Diplomat MFT SFTP Server and Edge Gateway keeps files and connections secure before, during, and after transfer, allowing users to securely exchange files with unlimited B2B partners across a wide variety of endpoints, including cloud storage providers, traditional FTP servers, remote agents, even email. And the solution works seamlessly with business applications like ERP and CRM platforms, and cloud storage services like S3, Azure, SharePoint, Box, Dropbox, and more.
Furthermore, Diplomat MFT’s reliability means users can process heavy job loads with multiple trading partners consistently, helping organizations in highly regulated industries—in particular healthcare, financial services, government, and biopharma manufacturing—to maintain compliance with industry standards and security and privacy like HIPAA/HITECH, PCI-DSS, and GDPR.
For a detailed overview of Diplomat MFT’s product range and offerings, including its unparalleled security and administration features, visit our product page.
About Us: Coviant Software makes the award-winning secure managed file transfer platform Diplomat MFT, recognized as the industry’s value-leader. Diplomat MFT is a cross-platform software solution that runs on-premises, in the cloud, or in a hybrid deployment. Diplomat MFT takes less than an hour for customers to install and configure for their first automated file transfer. If you are interested in obtaining a free license for Diplomat MFT, you can visit us at www.coviantsoftware.com/contact, send an email to info@coviantsoftware.com, or call us at 210-985-0985 x100.