Compare SecretHub vs. iSecurity AP-Journal

Enhance security across the entire software stack by implementing a cohesive secrets management solution that is accessible to all engineers, from administrators to interns. Storing passwords and API keys directly within source code poses a significant security threat, yet managing these secrets effectively can introduce a level of complexity that complicates deployment processes. Tools like Git, Slack, and email are built to facilitate information sharing, not to safeguard sensitive data. The practice of copy-pasting credentials and relying on a single administrator for access keys does not support the rapid software deployment schedules many teams face today. Furthermore, tracking who accesses which secrets and when can turn compliance audits into a daunting challenge. By removing secrets from the source code and substituting plaintext values with references to those secrets, SecretHub can seamlessly inject the necessary secrets into your application at startup. You can utilize the command-line interface to both encrypt and store these secrets, then simply direct your code to the appropriate location for retrieval. As a result, your code remains devoid of any sensitive information, allowing for unrestricted sharing among team members, which not only enhances collaboration but also boosts overall security. This approach ensures that your development process is both efficient and secure, reducing the risks associated with secret management.

iSecurity AP-Journal serves to safeguard essential business data against both insider threats and external security breaches while also keeping managers informed about any alterations to information assets, thereby simplifying the IBM i journaling process. It meticulously records the details of activities—who did what, when, and which specific actions were taken. Unlike the standard IBM i journaling, it captures database access (READ operations) directly into journal receivers, making it a vital element for meeting compliance requirements. The solution actively monitors modifications to objects, application files, and their members, while also accommodating periodic structural changes in application files. It facilitates the observation of application files during such changes, and offers programmable routines tailored to specific field exits. Moreover, it provides real-time alerts for any changes in critical business data, with these notifications triggered by thresholds defined by users. In addition, it generates detailed reports that present all application modifications on a unified timeline and in multiple formats, ensuring comprehensive oversight of data integrity. This level of reporting not only enhances transparency but also aids in maintaining robust security protocols.