Why You Need Cigent

Cigent Data Security is the perfect solution for anyone seeking effective data security… that actually works.

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• Prevention, not detection: Cigent effectively stops attacks, ensuring only trusted users can see and access data using multi-factor authentication (MFA) for file and storage access.

• As close to the data as possible: Protection in the storage itself and of individual files keeps data safe on PCs and wherever it goes, an approach that is more secure than software-only or policy-based data loss prevention.

• Data security throughout its lifecycle: From file creation on your PC to complete data and key destruction, all files are protected wherever they go across any device, cloud, network, or application.

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Today's digital world is based on people working anywhere on any device and sharing information across a vast and increasingly complex network. With Cigent, anyone can safely work with data on PCs, keep it protected wherever it goes, and make it inaccessible when necessary.

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94%

of organizations have experienced a data breach

70%

of data breaches originate from the endpoint

72%

of companies report malware circumvented their intrusion detection systems

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Cigent PBA (Pre-Boot Authentication) 

 

Cigent Pre-Boot Authentication is engineered to meet rigorous federal security mandates, providing a critical safeguard for classified and sensitive information. By requiring authentication before the operating system ever loads, it ensures that self-encrypting drives remain locked and inaccessible to unauthorized users. This OS-independent environment serves as the foundation for the outer protection layer in secure data-at-rest architectures, preventing data exposure if a device is lost, stolen, or left unattended in the field. 

 

The solution supports a wide range of authentication methods, including smart cards and security keys, to ensure robust access control aligned with national standards. It operates with cryptographic isolation, ensuring that the protection layer remains resilient even if the primary operating system is compromised. Managed through a specialized command-line utility, this technology allows for enterprise-scale administration across various hardware platforms, from standard laptops to advanced workstations and servers. 

 

Cigent FDE (Full Drive Encryption) 

 

Cigent Software Full Drive Encryption provides the essential inner layer of protection for mission-critical data, securing information from the moment of power-off through the entire boot sequence. It utilizes separate, quantum-resistant cryptographic libraries and distinct key management to ensure complete independence from other security layers. This dual-boundary approach allows organizations to maintain high levels of operational assurance and compliance across a variety of devices, including laptops, servers, and edge systems. 

 

The software enforces strict authentication before the operating system is reached, effectively isolating encryption keys from common OS-level vulnerabilities. For enhanced security, it can be configured to require multi-factor authentication, such as the combination of a physical smart card and a personal identification number. Designed for seamless deployment, it can be integrated into large-scale fleets using standard enterprise distribution tools without requiring a separate management console or disrupting the user experience. 

 

Cigent SSD Clients 

 

Designed specifically for PCs and mobile workstations, these solid-state drives deliver high-level protection for federal and defense missions. They integrate hardware-based full-drive encryption with pre-boot authentication to create a comprehensive security barrier for sensitive data. As personnel move between classified networks and field environments, these drives ensure that information remains authenticated and secure even when devices are disconnected or powered down. 

 

The technology addresses the unique risks associated with modern productivity tools, such as the speed of cloning or wiping attacks that can occur in seconds. By locking all data ranges and utilizing hidden partitions, the drives prevent unauthorized duplication or modification of stored information. This layered defense strategy, which combines validated hardware encryption with flexible software controls, provides the endpoint assurance necessary for mobile missions in contested environments. 

 

Cigent SSD Enterprise 

 

Cigent Enterprise SSDs are optimized for large-scale environments, supporting multi-drive and RAID configurations without sacrificing system performance or data throughput. They provide a scalable way to protect classified workloads on high-performance servers and storage arrays used in distributed networks. By combining validated hardware encryption with centralized management tools, administrators can verify and maintain secure storage across extensive Windows and Linux infrastructures. 

 

These enterprise solutions are particularly effective for protecting servers deployed outside of traditional, secured data centers. As edge computing requirements grow, these drives ensure that even if a remote server is physically compromised, the data remains unreadable. The integration of tamper-proof logging and remote sanitization capabilities allows organizations to maintain strict oversight and meet stringent data-at-rest requirements at an enterprise level. 

 

Cigent SSD UxV 

 

Tailored for the unique demands of unmanned and autonomous vehicles, these storage solutions protect sensitive intelligence collected during air, sea, and land missions. UxV platforms often operate in uncontrolled environments where they risk being lost or captured by adversaries. To prevent the exposure of targeting imagery, sensor data, or proprietary algorithms, these drives utilize hardware encryption and secure partitions that keep mission data hidden and inaccessible. 

 

In the event of an emergency or mission completion, the system allows for rapid and verifiable data destruction through crypto-erasure and block-level wiping. These sanitization commands can be triggered automatically based on specific flight parameters or loss of communication. This ensures that even if a vehicle is recovered by an unauthorized party, the stored intelligence has been permanently rendered unrecoverable, preserving mission integrity and national security. 

 

Cigent SSD ICS 

 

Industrial Control Systems and critical infrastructure require storage solutions that prioritize both security and constant uptime. These drives safeguard operational data, system configurations, and logs from espionage or sabotage without impacting the performance of legacy platforms. By utilizing secure enclaves and hidden partitions, the technology keeps critical system files invisible to unauthorized users, even if they gain direct physical access to the hardware. 

 

For organizations managing distributed infrastructure, these solutions offer encrypted, tamper-proof logs that record every data transaction and access event. This creates an immutable audit trail that is essential for forensic analysis and detecting insider threats. The ability to verify data erasure at the firmware level also ensures that sensitive configurations are completely removed when a device is decommissioned, eliminating the need for costly physical destruction of the hardware. 

 

 

 

Cigent’s library of downloadable assets serves as a comprehensive resource for organizations navigating the complexities of high-stakes data protection and federal compliance. The collection features in-depth whitepapers and eBooks that explore the technical nuances of the NSA’s CSfC (Commercial Solutions for Classified) requirements and the necessity of dual-layer encryption. These documents provide a roadmap for securing data at the edge, offering strategic insights into defending against sophisticated threats like zero-day ransomware and physical device compromise. 

 

In addition to long-form guides, Cigent provides highly visual infographics and detailed data sheets for each product in their lineup. These assets distill complex security architectures—such as pre-boot authentication (PBA) and hidden partitions—into easily digestible formats for stakeholders and technical teams alike. Whether you are looking for specific hardware dimensions for a drone integration or a high-level overview of quantum-resistant encryption, these resources are designed to bridge the gap between technical capability and mission-critical implementation.