Unlock Seamless File Security: How to Use Titan AV with Your Existing SFTP/MFT Server

What is Titan AV?

Titan AV is South River Technologies’ latest innovation—a lightweight, cloud-native Antivirus Microservice (AV) that integrates seamlessly with any SFTP or Managed File Transfer (MFT) solution via the open ICAP protocol. Unlike traditional antivirus integrations, Titan AV is designed to be quick to deploy, simple to use, and highly cost-effective.

Built on SRT’s NextGen platform and leveraging .Net Core, Titan AV introduces an enterprise-grade virus scanning layer for your file transfer workflows—without the overhead of traditional AV setups or enterprise licensing nightmares.

Why SFTP and MFT Servers Need Antivirus Integration

In secure file transfer environments, every incoming or outgoing file is a potential threat vector. Integrating antivirus at the point of file transfer ensures:

• Regulatory Compliance(HIPAA, GDPR, SOX)
• Prevention of Malware Propagation
  
• Business Continuityby intercepting threats early

Despite its necessity, most file transfer tools only offer the option to connect to an external AV/ICAP server. They don’t provide the AV server itself.

The Gap in the Market: No Standalone AV/ICAP Server

All major players—Cerberus, JSCAPE, MoveIT, GoAnywhere, and Serv-U—claim to support ICAP scanning. But when it comes to providing an actual AV/ICAP server?

None of them do. During testing, South River Technologies found it nearly impossible to locate a simple ICAP server that didn’t require heavy enterprise licensing (Symantec, F5) or complex infrastructure. This uncovered a major opportunity.

Titan AV’s Unique Value Proposition

Titan AV isn’t just a response to a need—it’s a complete solution. Here’s what makes it stand out:

• Microservice Architecture– Light footprint, no overhead.
• Cloud-Based Deployment– Secure, sandboxed file scanning.
• Pay-As-You-Go Pricing– No up-front license fees.
• ICAP-Compliant– Open standard for maximum compatibility.
• Powered by ClamAV – A multi-platform open-source antivirus engine for detecting trojans, viruses, and malware.

How Titan AV Works with Titan SFTP and Other MFT Solutions

At its core, Titan AV acts as a real-time scanning endpoint for any file transfer server that supports ICAP. Here’s how the workflow typically looks:

This architecture ensures that no infected file is ever stored locally or passed through to its destination.

Step-by-Step: Integrating Titan AV with Titan SFTP Server

1. Login to the Titan SFTP Admin console.
2. Navigate to ICAP Configurationunder Virus Scanning.
3. Enter your Titan AV endpoint(provided at activation).
4. Choose your scanning policy (Reject on Fail, Quarantine, etc.).
5. Save and restart the service.

That’s it—you’re now protected by cloud-based antivirus scanning.

Step-by-Step: Using Titan AV with Other MFT Servers

Even if you’re using a competitor’s server (like Cerberus or JSCAPE), you can still use Titan AV:

• Ensure your server supports ICAP protocol(RFC 3507).
• Add Titan AV’s cloud ICAP endpoint.
• Test the connection.
• Set your file handling rules.

Titan AV’s open standards make it plug-and-play with any ICAP-compatible system.

Real-Time File Scanning with Titan AV

Titan AV ensures files are scanned as they enter or leave your system. Because it’s cloud-based, quarantined or malicious files are never stored locally—reducing liability and improving system hygiene.

API Integration: Leveraging Titan AV with Business Systems

Titan AV’s OpenAPI and ICAP  interface lets you:

• Automate file scans on upload
• Connect scanning to ticketing systems
• Trigger alerts on scan failure

Web Console Features for Admins

Admins get a user-friendly web interface for:

• Monitoring scan status
• Adjusting scan rules
• Viewing quarantine logs

Advantages Over Competitors like Cerberus, Jscape, and GoAnywhere

Security Benefits of Titan AV Cloud Microservice

• No local file retention
• No firewall reconfiguration needed
• Scales automatically
• Reduces attack surface
• Automatic AV engine malware updates with ClamAV

Pricing Breakdown and PAYG Benefits

With Titan AV, you only pay for what you use. Ideal for:

• Short-term projects
• Compliance audits
• Seasonal data transfers

Final Thoughts: Why Titan AV is the Smart Choice

Titan AV isn’t just another security layer—it’s a modern, efficient, and accessible way to protect your file transfers. Whether you’re using SRT’s Titan SFTP or a competitor’s tool, Titan AV gives you peace of mind without the enterprise price tag.

Try Titan AV Today – Get Started in Minutes!

Ready to add real-time antivirus scanning to your SFTP/MFT workflows?

 Click here to try Titan AV now and experience secure, cloud-based file protection with zero hassle.