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| 1 | +--- |
| 2 | +id: opencloud-security |
| 3 | +title: Security in OpenCloud |
| 4 | +sidebar_position: 3 |
| 5 | +description: "Overview of OpenCloud's security architecture, encryption, access control, and compliance." |
| 6 | +--- |
| 7 | + |
| 8 | +# 🔐 OpenCloud Security Overview |
| 9 | + |
| 10 | +OpenCloud was designed with a strong focus on **security**, **data protection**, and **modern IT architecture**. This page outlines the key security mechanisms that make OpenCloud a secure and reliable solution for organizations of all sizes. |
| 11 | + |
| 12 | +--- |
| 13 | + |
| 14 | +## 1. Encryption |
| 15 | + |
| 16 | +OpenCloud protects your data both in transit and at rest using industry-standard encryption technologies: |
| 17 | + |
| 18 | +- **Transport Layer Security (TLS)** |
| 19 | + All data transmitted between clients and servers is encrypted using **TLS**, ensuring secure communication and protection from man-in-the-middle attacks. |
| 20 | + |
| 21 | +- **Server-Side Encryption (S3 SSE)** |
| 22 | + When using S3-compatible storage, OpenCloud supports **S3 Server-Side Encryption** to secure data directly at the storage layer. |
| 23 | + |
| 24 | +- **Client-Side (End-to-End) Encryption** |
| 25 | + OpenCloud leverages the **OS-native encryption capabilities** on user devices, providing local encryption before data is uploaded. |
| 26 | + |
| 27 | +--- |
| 28 | + |
| 29 | +## 2. Access Control & Authentication |
| 30 | + |
| 31 | +OpenCloud includes robust mechanisms for authentication and access management: |
| 32 | + |
| 33 | +- **Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)** |
| 34 | + Fine-grained permissions based on **roles** ensure users have access only to what they need. |
| 35 | + |
| 36 | +- **Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)** |
| 37 | + Enhance account security with optional **two-factor authentication**. |
| 38 | + |
| 39 | +- **Single Sign-On (SSO) Integration** |
| 40 | + OpenCloud supports seamless SSO via: |
| 41 | + - **LDAP** |
| 42 | + - **SAML** |
| 43 | + - **OAuth 2.0** |
| 44 | + |
| 45 | +--- |
| 46 | + |
| 47 | +## 3. Auditing & Logging |
| 48 | + |
| 49 | +- **Audit Trails** |
| 50 | + Every security-relevant action is logged for compliance and traceability. |
| 51 | + |
| 52 | +- **Monitoring APIs** |
| 53 | + Expose detailed logs to integrate with existing monitoring and SIEM systems. |
| 54 | + |
| 55 | +--- |
| 56 | + |
| 57 | +## 4. File Protection & Antivirus |
| 58 | + |
| 59 | +OpenCloud provides integrated protection against threats and data leaks: |
| 60 | + |
| 61 | +- **File Firewall** |
| 62 | + Prevent uploads of unwanted file types using **allow/deny rules**. |
| 63 | + |
| 64 | +- **Antivirus Integration** |
| 65 | + - **ClamAV (default)**: Detects malware in uploaded files. |
| 66 | + - **ICAP support**: Enables external antivirus scanners via **ICAP** protocol. |
| 67 | + |
| 68 | +- **Data Loss Prevention (DLP)** |
| 69 | + - **Collabora Secure View** ensures files cannot be downloaded or copied — only opened securely in the browser. |
| 70 | + |
| 71 | +--- |
| 72 | + |
| 73 | +## 5. Secure File Sharing |
| 74 | + |
| 75 | +Sharing is powerful — and secure: |
| 76 | + |
| 77 | +- **Enforced Passwords for Public Links** |
| 78 | + Public links are always protected with passwords. Admins can define strict sharing policies. |
| 79 | + |
| 80 | +- **FileDrop Uploads** |
| 81 | + External users can upload files **without accessing internal data**. |
| 82 | + |
| 83 | +- **Expiration for Shared Links** |
| 84 | + Automatically remove access after a defined expiration date. |
| 85 | + |
| 86 | +- **Granular Sharing Permissions** |
| 87 | + Control actions on shared files: read-only, editing, upload permissions, and more. |
| 88 | + |
| 89 | +--- |
| 90 | + |
| 91 | +## 6. Secure Architecture |
| 92 | + |
| 93 | +Built with modern, security-first technologies: |
| 94 | + |
| 95 | +- **No PHP** |
| 96 | + Unlike traditional solutions, OpenCloud is written in **Go (Golang)** — fast, secure, and efficient. |
| 97 | + |
| 98 | +- **Vue.js Frontend** |
| 99 | + The web interface is built with **Vue.js**, a modern and secure JavaScript framework. |
| 100 | + |
| 101 | +- **REST API** |
| 102 | + A comprehensive **REST API** allows secure automation and integrations. |
| 103 | + |
| 104 | +--- |
| 105 | + |
| 106 | +## 7. Data Protection & GDPR Compliance |
| 107 | + |
| 108 | +OpenCloud fully supports **data protection regulations**, including: |
| 109 | + |
| 110 | +- **GDPR-Compliant Data Export** |
| 111 | + Every user can request a personal data export that meets GDPR standards. |
| 112 | + |
| 113 | +--- |
| 114 | + |
| 115 | +## 8. Security Processes |
| 116 | + |
| 117 | +OpenCloud has a clearly defined security policy: |
| 118 | + |
| 119 | +- **Responsible Disclosure Process** |
| 120 | + Security issues are handled via a responsible disclosure program. |
| 121 | + |
| 122 | +- **Regular Penetration Testing** |
| 123 | + Vulnerabilities are actively tested and remediated. |
| 124 | + |
| 125 | +- **Fast Security Updates** |
| 126 | + Thanks to container-based deployment, patches and updates are rolled out quickly. |
| 127 | + |
| 128 | +- **[Security Policy](https://github.com/opencloud-eu/.github/blob/main/profile/SECURITY.md)** |
| 129 | + Transparent and documented handling of vulnerabilities. |
| 130 | + |
| 131 | +--- |
| 132 | + |
| 133 | +## Conclusion |
| 134 | + |
| 135 | +OpenCloud combines **modern security architecture**, **advanced encryption**, and **enterprise-grade access control** with: |
| 136 | + |
| 137 | +- Secure, microservices-based backend |
| 138 | +- Vue.js-based frontend with modern web security |
| 139 | +- Antivirus, DLP, and secure sharing controls |
| 140 | +- GDPR-compliant data access and export |
| 141 | +- Fast and secure containerized deployments |
| 142 | + |
| 143 | +> OpenCloud is the right choice for teams and organizations that prioritize **data protection**, **compliance**, and **security by design**. |
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