FOGINT: Are Secure Communications Possible? DekkoSecure Says, “Yes
January 15, 2025
Prepared by the FOGINT research team.
For a project in 2023 and 2024, the FOGINT team worked on secure communications. We discovered that most of the alleged end-to-end messaging systems were not secure. The firm commissioning our report seemed surprised when we identified common points of vulnerability in existing E2EE systems. Furthermore, the FOGINT team itself was impressed with a handful of organizations resolving secure messaging issues in well-engineered ways. Furthermore, we noted that some of the most significant secure communication tools were drowned out by the consumer-centric solutions available. The idea that by making certain software available as open source was proof that these tools were indeed secure.
A telling example is the perception of Telegram Messenger as an end-to-end solution. It is not. And what about Zoom, a service which exploded during the Covid panic. Presumably hiring a “security guru” solved its problems of Zoom bombing and delivered “total security” addressed Zoom’s issues. That high profile hiring delivered PR, not security.
FOGINT wants to provide some information about a secure communications service that does provide a secure way to share content in image, audio, video, or text form. The solution was developed by Dmytro Bablinyuk and Jay Haybatov. In 2015 DekkoSecure began marketing its system. In the last decade DekkoSecure has emerged as a reliable provider of secure communication and collaboration tools, with a specialization in encrypted solutions tailored for the law enforcement, legal, healthcare, defense and government sectors. Their comprehensive platform seamlessly integrates four main product lines, each designed to address critical security and usability needs.
The firm’s Digital Signature Software offers robust features such as audit trails for document tracking, mobile signature support, customizable templates, automated reminder systems, and strong authentication protocols. This software ensures that document signing processes are both secure and efficient, meeting the stringent requirements of various industries. Key features of the solution include:
- Secure File Sharing is another cornerstone of DekkoSecure’s platform, providing end-to-end encryption for files both in transit and at rest. It supports real-time collaboration, version control, integrated workflow management, and a user-friendly drag-and-drop interface. These features enable secure and efficient file management and collaboration across teams.
- The company’s Cloud Storage Service boasts granular access controls, cross-device synchronization, compliant archiving and retention, and version history management. This service ensures that sensitive data is stored securely, accessible when needed, and meets regulatory compliance standards. The firm’s Zero Trust/Zero Knowledge encryption is new to the U.S. law enforcement market and provides clients comfort that only authorized and authenticated users can access files, which includes DekkoSecure not having access to the files.
- Security Software — The company incorporates
Key competitive advantages of DekkoSecure include its all-in-one platform integration, user-friendly interface, strong security focus, and a comprehensive feature set. These strengths make it an attractive option for various target markets, including small to medium-sized businesses, large enterprises, government agencies, and remote workforces.
However, DekkoSecure faces certain challenges. The system is tailored to the needs of law enforcement, courts, and healthcare. The company employs a data usage pricing structure and does not limit the number of users in an organization. Also, although the system is easy-to-use, the firm’s engineers work with clients to ensure that the platform has the processes, look and feel they require prior to implementation. And, looking ahead to 2025, DekkoSecure will benefit from the US FBI’s suggestion that encrypted communications become the standard for organizations and individuals.
Net net: DekkoSecure’s focus on encryption and user experience, combined with its broad feature set, makes it particularly appealing to organizations handling sensitive data. Despite the platform’s complexity posing challenges for some users, its integrated approach to secure communication and collaboration offers significant value for businesses seeking to consolidate their security tools.
Stephen E Arnold, January 15, 2025
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