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Secure file naming & routing

Rename and route accepted files using stable client and engagement identifiers while isolating uncertain uploads for review. Validate file type, ownership, destination access, and duplicate status before moving anything. Keep original filenames and checksums in a restricted manifest so staff can trace changes without exposing client data in general execution logs.

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1. Define the starting point

A tidy folder is not useful if the file belongs to another client. Prioritize identity and access checks over cosmetic naming. A deterministic naming rule should use opaque references where a filename could be exposed.

Process owner and backup rolesWhat will count as complete?

Current handling time and exceptions

2. Walk through the process

1. Quarantine incoming files

Validate actual MIME type, extension, size, and malware scanning status. Reject suspicious payloads before routing.

We have defined the owner, required information, and completion check for this step.Step 1 working notes

2. Resolve the destination

Match stable client and engagement IDs against an approved mapping. A missing mapping requires staff input.

We have defined the owner, required information, and completion check for this step.Step 2 working notes

3. Create a safe filename

Remove path separators, control characters, and unexpected Unicode. Use an approved opaque ID and document category.

We have defined the owner, required information, and completion check for this step.Step 3 working notes

4. Move with verification

Check destination permissions and checksum after transfer. Preserve the original until the retention policy permits cleanup.

We have defined the owner, required information, and completion check for this step.Step 4 working notes

5. Record a restricted manifest

Store source reference, destination reference, checksum, and approval. Keep document contents out of alerts.

We have defined the owner, required information, and completion check for this step.Step 5 working notes

3. Check the information

Use invented references in this worksheet. Keep real documents and personal records in an appropriate private system.

Reference field	Working record	Check
file_sha256	dedupe_key	Verify after transfer
client_id	destination_mapping	Stable approved identifier
mime_type	allowed_type	Inspect content as well as extension
storage_reference	destination_reference	No publicly readable files
original_filename	restricted_manifest	Sanitize the routed name

Source of truth and access boundaries

4. Verify the process

Use synthetic examples. Mark a check only after recording what actually happened.

A path-traversal filename cannot escape the destination.A client without a mapping enters quarantine.A checksum mismatch blocks completion.A file with a misleading extension is rejected.A named person can resolve an unclear or incorrect result.Work stops when the task is complete, withdrawn, or outside the agreed scope.A duplicate or interrupted handoff can be recovered without repeating a consequential action.Expected result, observed result, and recovery notes

5. Decide the next step

Your smallest reversible pilotReview date and decision

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