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SEC-9: Encryption in Transit

Summary​

SEC-9 focuses on whether traffic from Make.com scenarios and n8n workflows is being sent over protected transport. FlowBeacon uses this policy to highlight places where data movement may not meet the expected baseline for security and operational trust.

Severity: High · Category: Security · Platforms: Make.com, n8n

What FlowBeacon Reviews​

  • Whether configured URLs, outbound calls, or other automation communications appear to use protected transport paths.
  • Whether sensitive data may be moving through channels that are weaker than expected.
  • Whether connected systems are aligned with a safer transmission baseline.

Why This Matters​

  • Encryption in transit reduces interception and tampering risk while data is moving.
  • Secure transport is a foundational expectation for production automations.
  • Strong transmission practices support both security posture and partner confidence.

If This Policy Is Flagged​

  1. Review the affected connections or outbound calls.
  2. Replace insecure transport paths with secure supported alternatives.
  3. Avoid sending sensitive automation data across channels that do not meet your baseline.
  4. Re-run the evaluation after transport security is corrected.

Why Users Care​

  • Users gain better protection for data moving between systems.
  • Teams reduce avoidable transport-level risk without changing business logic.
  • Partners can assess integrations against a clearer security baseline.