Secure File Transfer at MIT

Insecure connections are not allowed on MITnet. You must transfer your files securely over the MIT network using a secure file transfer method. The secure file transfer programs supported at MIT include features like password encryption, which protects your password from being intercepted and abused by hackers on the Internet.

Getting started

• Get a Kerberos (Athena) Account
  Required for using Kerberized file transfer programs at MIT
• Get connected to MITnet and the internet
  Access the MIT network from on- and off-campus
• Kerberized FTP at MIT
  Overview of Kerberos-based file transfer at MIT

Transferring files securely

• Macintosh: Using Fetch at MIT
• Windows: SecureFX Quick Start Guide
• Athena: Kerberized FTP