Karios UDP
Native, Autonomous Data Protection Built Into Infrastructure
Why Karios UDP is Different
Traditional data protection platforms operate after the fact. Karios UDP operates as part of the infrastructure lifecycle itself.
Zero-Day Protection
Backups are triggered automatically upon workload creation or migration
Event-Driven Architecture
Eliminates manual scheduling and human error
Storage-Native Snapshots
Uses Ceph and ZFS for instant, zero-impact backups
Integrated Kubernetes Protection
Application-consistent backups using Velero orchestration
End-to-End Encryption
AES-256 encryption enforced before data leaves the host
Policy-Driven Automation
SLA-based protection using metadata tags
This transforms data protection from a reactive process into a deterministic, autonomous system.
Karios UDP vs. Traditional Solutions (e.g., Veeam)
| Capability | Karios UDP | Traditional Platforms (e.g., Veeam) |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Fully integrated into infrastructure control plane | External backup platform |
| Backup Triggering | Event-driven (instant upon VM/K8s creation) | Scheduled or manual |
| RPO Gap | Eliminated (zero-day protection) | Exists between provisioning and backup |
| Snapshot Method | Storage-level (Ceph/ZFS, zero-stun) | Hypervisor-level (can cause I/O stun) |
| Kubernetes Support | Native, application-consistent via Velero | Often VM-based or add-on |
| Encryption | Client-side AES-256 before transmission | Typically in transit or at rest |
| Data Movement | Direct block-level streaming to object storage | Multi-stage (proxy, repository, etc.) |
| Deduplication | Built-in via Kopia | Separate or appliance-based |
| Operational Overhead | Minimal, fully automated | Requires backup infrastructure and management |
| Integration | Native to Karios Core | Requires integration and configuration |
Technical Architecture Overview
Karios UDP is designed to work automatically in the background, protecting your data without requiring manual effort or additional tools. Instead of relying on separate backup systems, it is built directly into the Karios platform and activates the moment something changes in your environment.
How the Process Works
1. A system is created or moved
Whenever a new application, virtual machine, or service is deployed or migrated, Karios immediately recognizes it.
2. Karios automatically decides how to protect it
Based on simple labels such as “critical” or “standard,” the platform determines how often to back it up and how long to keep the data.
3. A backup is taken instantly
Karios creates a fast, invisible copy of the system without interrupting users or slowing anything down.
4. The data is secured and stored safely
The backup is encrypted and sent to secure storage, ensuring it is protected from loss, failure, or cyber threats.
5. Modern applications are handled intelligently
For newer, cloud-based applications, Karios ensures everything is backed up in a way that allows it to be restored properly, not just copied.
What This Means for Your Business
No delays in protection
Your data is protected immediately, not hours or days later.
No additional systems to manage
Backup and recovery are built into the platform you already use.
No impact on performance
Systems continue running smoothly while backups happen in the background.
Simple, automatic operation
Protection policies are applied automatically without ongoing manual effort.
Technical Capabilities Table
| Functional Area | Capability | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Backup Execution | Block-Level Backup | Captures a complete, accurate copy of your system data quickly and efficiently, ensuring nothing is missed. |
| Automation | Event-Driven Protection | Automatically protects new systems the moment they are created or moved, with no manual setup required. |
| Security | AES-256 Encryption | Keeps your data fully secure by encrypting it before it is sent or stored, so it cannot be read by unauthorized parties. |
| Performance | Zero-Stun Snapshots | Creates backups instantly without slowing down or interrupting running applications or users. |
| Efficiency | Deduplication | Reduces storage costs by avoiding duplicate data and only saving what has changed. |
| Policy Management | Dynamic SLA Binding | Applies different protection levels automatically based on the importance of each system (for example, critical vs. test systems). |
| Storage Integration | Ceph/ZFS Native | Built directly into the storage system, removing the need for separate backup tools or extra infrastructure. |
| Kubernetes | Velero Integration | Protects modern applications in a way that ensures they can be fully restored without breaking or losing functionality. |
| Recovery | Cross-AZ Restore | Allows systems to be restored quickly in a different location in case of outages or disasters. |
| Observability | Telemetry & Logging | Provides clear visibility into backup status and performance so teams always know their data is protected. |
Key Benefits
1. Eliminate Risk Windows
Traditional environments expose data between provisioning and backup scheduling. UDP eliminates this gap entirely through instant, event-driven protection .
2. Reduce Complexity and Cost
No need for separate backup infrastructure, proxies, or licensing tiers. UDP is built into Karios Core, reducing both CapEx and OpEx.
3. Achieve True Data Integrity
ZFS and Ceph provide end-to-end checksum validation, protecting against silent corruption and ensuring recoverability.
4. Support Modern Workloads Natively
From VMs to Kubernetes, UDP protects both traditional and cloud-native environments without compromise.
5. Enhance Security and Compliance
With immutable backups, encryption, and policy-driven retention, organizations can meet strict regulatory and audit requirements.
Primary Use Cases
1. Zero-Day Ransomware Protection
• Automatic backup triggered immediately after deployment
• Immutable, encrypted copies stored in object storage
• Eliminates exposure window exploited by ransomware
2. Large-Scale Data Center Migration
• Protect workloads instantly during migration waves
• Ensures no VM is left unprotected during cutover
• Critical for high-speed VMware evacuation scenarios
3. Kubernetes Disaster Recovery
• Namespace-level recovery instead of full cluster rollback
• Prevents etcd corruption and broken persistent volumes
• Enables granular, application-level restoration
4. Multi-Site and Hybrid Cloud DR
• Backup to S3-compatible storage across regions
• Cross-AZ and cross-cluster recovery capabilities
• Ideal for hybrid and edge deployments
5. Compliance and Data Retention
• Policy-driven retention (Gold, Silver tiers)
• Automated enforcement based on workload classification
• Supports audit and governance requirements
How Karios UDP Changes Data Protection
Karios UDP transforms backup from a separate operational task into a native infrastructure capability.
Instead of:
- Managing backup schedules
- Deploying backup appliances
- Maintaining separate systems
Organizations gain:
- Autonomous protection
- Guaranteed recovery readiness
- Integrated resilience across all workloads