Why Immutable Backups Matter for Atlassian Cloud Data

Why Immutable Backups Matter for Atlassian Cloud Data

1. The Rising Threat of Ransomware to Cloud Data

• Statistics on ransomware growth 
• How attackers exploit mutable backups in cloud environments.

• Definition: Unchangeable, deletion-proof backups locked via immutability flags.
  Key mechanisms:
  • Time-based retention (e.g., 7-day lock).
  • Write-once-read-many (WORM) storage.

• Comparison table: Traditional vs. Immutable Backups
  
  

3. Why Atlassian Cloud Users Need Immutable Backups

• Risks of losing Jira issues, Confluence pages, or attachments.
• Three critical advantages:
  
  • Zero data loss: Restore from the most recent clean copy.
  • Avoid ransom payments: Eliminate leverage for attackers.
  • Meet compliance mandates: GDPR, HIPAA, etc.

4. Best Practices for Implementing Immutable Backups

• Access controls: Role-based permissions to prevent unauthorized changes.
• Encryption: AES-256 for data at rest/in transit.
• Testing: Validate recovery workflows quarterly.
• Hybrid storage: Combine local and cloud backups (e.g., AWS S3, Azure).

• Native tools: Atlassian’s beta backup policy (limited to Enterprise plans5).

• Third-Party Tools: Revyz.io: Immutable Backups for Atlassian Cloud.
  
  

1. Native Integration with Atlassian Cloud: Revyz.io provides a seamless, cloud-native backup solution specifically designed for Jira and Confluence, addressing gaps in Atlassian’s default backup model.
   
   
2. Automated and Granular Backups:
   Offers automated daily backups with on-demand options for immediate data protection.
   
   1. Granular recovery allows users to restore specific items (e.g., Jira issues or Confluence pages) without needing full-system recovery, ensuring efficiency and precision.
      
      
3. Immutable Backup Features:
   
   1. Data is stored in secure AWS regions with encryption protocols such as TLS 1.2 and customer-controlled Key Encryption Keys (KEK).
   2. SOC2 compliance ensures high standards for data security and immutability14.
      
      
4. Ransomware Protection and Compliance:
   
   1. Protects against ransomware by locking backups and providing point-in-time recovery.
   2. Meets enterprise compliance needs (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA) with robust audit logs and global data residency options.
      
      
5. Ease of Use and Scalability:
   
   1. Quick installation with an intuitive interface integrated into Jira and Confluence dashboards.
   2. Scalable pricing makes it accessible for businesses of all sizes.

• Audit current backup policies for mutable gaps.
• Schedule immutable backups during low-activity windows.
• Train teams on ransomware response protocols.