Question

Is it possible to encrypt the MS SQL database and File Storage in Azure with the Azure Key Vault?

Answer

ABBYY FlexiCapture 12 does not include any encryption mechanisms of its own, but allows you to use standard and recommended encryption technologies from well-known suppliers of operating systems and database management software.

ABBYY FlexiCapture 12 supports Transparent Data Encryption (TDE), a technology for encrypting databases and protection of keys. Data are encrypted at the server level, and backups cannot be decrypted without a valid key. Detailed information about how to encrypt data using SQL and Oracle is available on the Microsoft and Oracle websites.

Regarding the File Storage, ABBYY FlexiCapture 12 supports Windows Encryption File System (EFS), a file encryption technology offered by Microsoft. EFS is used for encrypting files and folders on servers and client computers. It protects confidential information contained in files and folders by generating a unique key that uses a combination of server and user credentials. 
Please refer to this section of the Microsoft website for detailed instructions on enabling EFS.

Azure Key Vault is supported by ABBYY as well. It is possible to create and manage key vaults through the Azure portal (see the Microsoft documentation for details) and the corresponding guide.

Additional information

• Using a Microsoft Azure file share (Section: Using Azure Key Vault to Connect to Microsoft Azure Files)
• Encrypting your databases and files