#SecureCommunications: Why Data Sovereignty Is No Longer Optional

For years, digital convenience, cost-efficiency, and speed have often taken priority over data sovereignty. But in today’s geopolitical climate—where digital infrastructure is inseparable from national security—relying on foreign cloud platforms can come at a high cost.

A growing number of recent incidents reveal how vulnerable even the most sensitive communications are when stored or processed outside of sovereign control. 

When your data isn’t really your own

In July 2025, multiple reports highlighted that Microsoft cannot guarantee the protection of EU data from U.S. access, despite being one of the most widely used cloud providers among European public institutions. The issue? U.S. laws like the CLOUD Act may compel American companies to hand over data—even if it’s stored in the EU.

And that’s not the only concern.

Around the same time, a critical vulnerability in Microsoft SharePoint made headlines after it was exploited by attackers. The breach highlighted the real risks of relying on communication platforms and productivity tools not designed with sovereign control or high-security use cases in mind.

These examples show that when sensitive communications and documents are managed by third-party platforms subject to foreign jurisdiction, data control becomes theoretical and not practical.

The gap between control and compliance

Even when organizations meet formal compliance requirements, the lack of full control over infrastructure, cryptographic keys, and access policies leaves room for exposure. That’s a problem not just for companies, but also for governments, defense actors, and critical infrastructure operators who cannot afford these weaknesses.

True data sovereignty means owning your data, your infrastructure, and your communication channels.

At SSH Communications Security, we developed SalaX Secure Messaging specifically for sectors where data control and operational security are non-negotiable. SalaX is an end-to-end encrypted, real-time communication platform designed to meet today’s sovereignty and security demands.

SalaX Secure Messaging provides: 

• End-to-end encryption with strong identity– Know exactly who you’re talking to. Every time.
• Deployment flexibility – Host it on-premises or in a cloud with full ownership.

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We’re celebrating the 30th birthday of the Secure Shell (SSH) protocol — invented by Tatu Ylönen, the founder of SSH. 

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