Security Management

IT Security Webinar on Cloud-Client Architecture Showing Today

Tue, 09 Dec 2008 17:00:00 EST

How can Trend Micro Enterprise Security, powered by the unique cloud-client architecture of Trend Micro Smart Protection Network, help you ensure that you are immediately and automatically protected from the latest threats with a continuously updated and correlated threat databases? How can it reduce your reliance on time-consuming signature downloads and help you lower complexity and costs by minimizing the time to acquire, deploy and manage your security solution?

Enabling Desktop Virtualization in High-Risk Environments

Tue, 25 Nov 2008 10:00:00 EST

Server virtualization has moved well beyond the arena of early adopters and is an accepted solution to many of the challenges faced by IT organizations. However, desktop virtualization has not made the same inroads. Certainly, there have been some key uses for desktop virtualization, such as development and test, but there has not been broad penetration into the non-technical desktop market.

Virtualization Security - Part 2

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 13:38:00 EST

Server virtualization will become a dominant factor in the next three to five years in an effort to reduce operating costs and simplify business. One highly popular trend is using virtualization for data center consolidation. Companies are consolidating everything from Web servers to the servers that run CRM applications, all in an effort to streamline operations and create efficiency across-the-board.

I/O Virtualization: Scalability and Performance

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 06:15:00 EST

There are pitfalls in using software-based network interface cards and host bus adaptors. They don't scale well in I/O-centric loads running on scaled-out architectures. The CEO of a leading virtualization companies said, 'Software virtualization addresses 80% of the market and it leaves 20% for hardware-based I/O virtualization.'

Virtualization Security Pioneer Catbird Launches V-Security 2.0

Thu, 18 Sep 2008 16:45:00 EDT

Catbird announced the launch of version 2.0 of its V-Security, delivering next-generation protection for VMware. Catbird’s flagship V-Security solution is a non-invasive and comprehensive Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) for virtual and physical networks. V-Security’s cross-platform coverage includes Rogue VM Quarantine, Network Access Control (NAC); Sprawl Management and Control, Intrusion Prevention (IPS) and Intrusion Detection (IDS); Policy Compliance and Enforcement; Vulnerability Monitoring; and Auditing Compliance.

KCG and Catbird Offer Virtualization Security Assessment

Thu, 18 Sep 2008 10:47:00 EDT

Knowledge Consulting Group (KCG) announced a partnership with Catbird to provide the Virtual Infrastructure Security Assessment (VSA). Further expanding Catbird’s network of veteran security partners, KCG will deliver the Catbird VSA to help IT administrators identify and close potential gaps in security and compliance created in the move from “P to V”. KCG will provide the VSA to customers in the Department of Defense, Civilian Agencies, and the Department of Homeland Security.

Optimizing Virtualization Success in a Time of Virtual Sprawl

Thu, 11 Sep 2008 17:00:00 EDT

"Go forth and multiply" has a new interpretation in the IT world: "Go forth and virtualize." It is no surprise that enterprises today are adopting virtualization technologies in droves, not only because of the cost reduction and efficiency it delivers, but for the flexibility the technology delivers as well.

Security for Virtualization and Cloud Computing

Tue, 02 Sep 2008 13:45:00 EDT

Shavlik Technologies announced the availability of Shavlik NetChk Protect 6.5. Shavlik NetChk Protect 6.5 is a virtual machine management solution that provides continuous patch assessment and remediation of your complete virtual world, including Offline Virtual Images.

Stonesoft Virtual Appliances Suited for Virtualization Environments

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 11:45:00 EDT

As organizations chart out their virtual architectures, security still remains an afterthought, putting these networks at unprecedented risk. Stonesoft is an innovative provider of integrated network security and resilient connectivity solutions that are architected to work within a virtual environment. Unlike many of its competitor’s products, the software-based architecture of StoneGate Firewall/VPN can be deployed between virtual machines to monitor the traffic moving back and forth, providing security within the virtual environment.

Stonesoft to Support VMware VMsafe Virtualization Technology

Tue, 26 Aug 2008 11:38:00 EDT

Stonesoft announced that it plans to support VMware VMsafe technology. By using VMsafe technology, Stonesoft’s virtual StoneGate appliances can provide an even deeper level of visibility and manageability to ensure the security of virtual environments.

Catbird Joins the McAfee Security Innovation Alliance

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 11:01:00 EDT

Catbird announced that it has joined the McAfee Security Innovation Alliance (SIA) to provide organizations with the solution for securing virtual infrastructure. Under the SIA program, Catbird will integrate V-Security with the McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator (ePO) software, addressing head-on the security and compliance implications of moving from "P to V" and enabling customers to seamlessly extend their security and compliance enforcement strategies across both companies' platforms and both virtual and physical networks.

Virtualization - Extending the Role of Systems Management

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 07:18:00 EDT

The discipline of systems management is composed largely of managing the computing endpoint. The 'endpoint' is traditionally a computer that takes the form of an application/process server or an end-user desktop/laptop. This definition doesn't cover all endpoint types or devices but does represent a large enough population size for the purposes of this discussion.

Virtualization - Security Should Not Take a Backseat

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 07:15:00 EDT

There's no question that advances in server virtualization technology are becoming popular among corporations that want to save money by consolidating resources and improving operational efficiency. Virtualization enables a dramatic increase in cost savings in ongoing maintenance and the cost required to keep physical assets afloat.

Symantec Redefines Endpoint Virtualization

Tue, 19 Aug 2008 09:15:00 EDT

Symantec announced it is delivering expanded endpoint virtualization solutions to further protect and manage endpoints, whether physical, virtual or hybrid. Symantec provides IT organizations the flexibility needed to deliver applications with a variety of computing models matched to the specific needs of different workers in the company. Symantec is changing the way software is managed, delivered and consumed at the endpoint by separating information from the operating system and applications, thereby improving user productivity while lowering IT cost.

Nixon Peabody Turns to Fortisphere to Help Manage Their Virtualization IT Infrastructure

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 23:15:00 EDT

Fortisphere announced that international law firm Nixon Peabody has selected Fortisphere Virtual Essentials to more efficiently manage its virtual infrastructure. As one of the largest multi-practice law firms in the United States, Nixon Peabody has offices in 18 cities and employs more than 700 attorneys. The law firm will rely on Fortisphere’s policy-based management solutions to help track and control their virtualized infrastructure.

Check Point Extends Security to Protect Virtualization Applications

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 23:00:00 EDT

Check Point announced VPN-1 Virtual Edition (VE), which delivers the same best-of-class security for virtual applications that Fortune 500 companies depend on to secure their corporate networks and data centers. Check Point is a company that provides unified security management for both physical networks and virtual applications.

Cenzic Launches Its Strategic Advisory Board to Guide Virtualization Growth

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 18:45:00 EDT

Cenzic announced the formation of the Cenzic Web Application Security Strategic Advisory Board. Industry notables Lloyd Hession, former chief security officer at British Telecom Radianz, John Mitchell, professor of computer science and electrical engineering at Stanford University, Dr. Sachar Paulus, senior vice president of product security at SAP, Dan Schoenbaum, senior vice president of marketing and corporate development at Tripwire, and Craig Weinstock, partner at White Pine Consulting Group, have signed on to provide strategic and business guidance as company growth accelerates.

Tripwire ConfigCheck Uses VMware Virtualization Infrastructure 3 Security Hardening Guide

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 15:30:00 EDT

Tripwire announced that Tripwire ConfigCheck has integrated VMware’s revised Virtual Infrastructure 3 Security Hardening Guide to assess VMware hypervisors for security and operational weaknesses created due to system misconfiguration. Tripwire ConfigCheck is a free utility that assesses configuration settings for VMware ESX 3.0 and 3.5 hypervisors, determines potential configuration risks, and provides prescriptive remediation advice so that administrators can ensure greater security.

Virtualization Conference & Expo: Using Virtualization to Secure Your Users' Desktops

Mon, 11 Aug 2008 16:15:00 EDT

Currently most desktop productivity software including browsers, mail clients, Office suites, IM, and media players make direct connections to the Internet and/or run untrusted content. As a result, these applications, which are core to office productivity, are also the primary vector of infections from Internet-borne malicious software. This session will describe how desktop virtualization can be deployed within an organization to secure users' desktop applications against Internet-based threats and untrusted content.

NeoAccel Pioneers Virtualization Solution for Internet Security

Mon, 11 Aug 2008 15:30:00 EDT

NeoAccel announced the VMware version of its flagship product, SSL VPN-Plus. SSL VPN-Plus Gateway is a 3rd Generation VPN able to replace IPSec and to supersede conventional SSL VPNs which suffer from the TCP-over-TCP meltdown and degraded client-server application performance.

Virtualization News: IdentiPHI Biometric Enterprise Security Software Verified as Citrix Ready

Fri, 08 Aug 2008 18:30:00 EDT

IdentiPHI announced its flagship enterprise security software product, SAFsolution 5, has been verified as Citrix Ready. The Citrix Ready program helps customers identify third-party solutions that add the greatest value in Citrix Application Delivery Infrastructure solutions. SAFsolution 5 completed a verification process to ensure compatibility with virtualization solutions Citrix XenApp and Citrix Password Manager.

Secerno Launches Database Security Solution for Virtualization Environments

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 18:00:00 EDT

Secerno announced the availability of its Secerno.SQL database activity monitoring and blocking solution as a virtualized appliance on the VMware platform. This marks the availability of its appliance-based database protection in a virtualized environment, allowing enterprises the same database protection afforded by hardware yet with the utilization, management and cost benefits of a virtualized application.

SteelEye Introduces Disaster Recovery Protection for Citrix XenServer Virtualization

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 17:00:00 EDT

SteelEye announced the general availability of SteelEye Protection Suite, a comprehensive solution that provides disaster protection of virtual machines running on Citrix XenServer. SteelEye Protection Suite delivers real-time LAN and WAN replication of XenServer virtual machines. It is designed for companies that have migrated critical enterprise applications to XenServer virtual machines and want enhanced protection against data center outages to ensure business continuity.

SoftLayer Technologies Provides Virtualization Firewall Protection With Fortinet Security Solution

Wed, 30 Jul 2008 15:00:00 EDT

Fortinet announced that SoftLayer Technologies has deployed Fortinet FortiGate-3810A multi-threat security systems at nationwide data centers to help secure customers' virtualized networks and protect them from malicious Internet attacks. SoftLayer's firewall offering provides customers with an essential layer of security that can be provisioned on demand without service interruptions. Security solutions, and firewalls specifically, are a critical service offering for SoftLayer and its customers. A reliable and scalable solution was mandatory to meet customer expectations.

TRANGO Virtual Processors Announces Secure Virtualization for Operating Systems

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 08:00:00 EDT

TRANGO Virtual Processors announced that it has added support for the uITRON RTOS to the growing list of operating systems.hosted by the TRANGO Hypervisor. TRANGO's secure isolation, robust protection of critical data and services, and the company's steadfast commitment to providing the thinnest, lightest hypervisor in the commercial marketplace makes this a compelling solution for applications such as multifunction printers, medical equipment, cell phones, and set top boxes.

TRANGO Hypervisor Demonstrates Secure Platform Virtualization on TI OMAP3430 Processor

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 08:00:00 EDT

TRANGO Virtual Processors delivers isolation and portability of operating systems and drivers on the TI OMAP 3 platform. The TRANGO Hypervisor offers a broad choice of operating system (OS) and real-time operating system (RTOS) including Linux, Windows Embedded CE, Symbian OS, eCos, uC-OSII, uITRON and other proprietary RTOS, while the OMAP 3 platform, based on ARM Cortex-A8 processor, offers up to 3X performance gain over ARM11 based processors. The combination delivers isolation, flexibility and cost optimization benefits to the design of today's convergent wireless devices.

Reflex Security Launches Reflex Virtual Security Center

Mon, 28 Jul 2008 08:00:00 EDT

Reflex Security announced the availability of Reflex Virtual Security Center (VSC), pioneering a new level of security through heightened visibility and control for virtualized environments. Reflex VSC provides a single authoritative visual interface to secure the virtual data center. Coupled with the award-winning Reflex Virtual Security Appliance (VSA), the VSC brings essential functionality to round out the Reflex virtual security management solution.

Trustware Releases New Version Of Desktop Virtualization Security Software

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 15:45:00 EDT

Trustware unveiled a new version of its powerful security software application, BufferZone Pro 3.0. With close to 2 million installations worldwide, BufferZone has become the de-facto standard for browser and application based virtualization security. By creating a 'buffer zone' between the Internet and the users' local PC environment, consumers can browse the Web, chat on IM, open email attachments, download files and other confidential information - all without the fear of malware attacks.

Tripwire ConfigCheck Now Assesses VMware ESX 3.0 Hypervisor Virtualization Configurations to Improve Security

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 13:30:00 EDT

Tripwire announced the availability of Tripwire ConfigCheck for VMware ESX 3.0. Tripwire ConfigCheck is a free utility that assesses configuration settings for VMware ESX 3.0 and 3.5 hypervisors, determines potential configuration risks, and provides prescriptive remediation advice so that administrators can ensure greater security.

Catbird Launches Virtualization Security Training & Certification Program

Thu, 24 Jul 2008 11:30:00 EDT

Catbird announced the Certified Virtual Security Professional (CVSP) Program, a professional training and certification program for virtual security. The CVSP program provides IT professionals with in-depth knowledge and tools required for best-practice implementation of security in a virtual environment.

Fortisphere to Support VMware VMsafe Virtualization Technology

Wed, 23 Jul 2008 14:45:00 EDT

Fortisphere announced that it plans to support VMware VMsafe technology, expanding the market reach of its Virtual Essentials software suite, which provides customers with greater levels of visibility and control over their VMware virtualized environments. VMware VMsafe technology helps vendors combat the challenges of compliance, management and security in ways previously not possible in physical environments.

NeoAccel Pioneers Virtualization Solution for Internet Security

Wed, 09 Jul 2008 10:00:00 EDT

NeoAccel announced the VMware version of its flagship product, SSL VPN-Plus. SSL VPN-Plus Gateway is the only 3rd Generation VPN able to replace IPSec and to supersede conventional SSL VPNs which suffer from the TCP-over-TCP meltdown and degraded client-server application performance. Potential VPN buyers can download and evaluate a fully functional version of SSL VPN-Plus from the company's website at www.neoaccel.com.

Apani Now Shipping EpiForce VM Security Solution For Protecting Virtualization Environments

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 10:30:00 EDT

Apani announced that EpiForce VM is now shipping. EpiForce VM is a software-based solution that secures corporate networks, containing both physical and virtual servers, from a single platform. EpiForce VM is part of Apani's comprehensive security software product family and leverages the latest platform of the company's flagship product EpiForce 2.5.

Altor Networks' Virtual Network Security Analyzer Certified for VMware Virtualization Platform

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 08:45:00 EDT

Altor Networks announced that its Virtual Network Security Analyzer (VNSA) is now a VMware Certified Virtual Appliance and available through the VMware Virtual Appliance Marketplace. Virtual appliances are pre-built software solutions, composed of one or more virtual machines, which are packaged, maintained, updated and deployed as a unit. Virtual appliances are fundamentally changing how software is developed, distributed, and managed, providing greater simplicity and accelerated time to value.

Embotics Unveils V-Commander 2.0 to Simplify Virtualization Management

Wed, 02 Jul 2008 14:45:00 EDT

Embotics launched V-Commander 2.0. Embotics' V-Commander 2.0 reduces risks and costs by preventing virtual sprawl, automating lifecycle management and extending management systems for enterprise CIOs, CSOs, IT operations staff and security professionals. The technology gives the industry a simple tool to prevent sprawl, gain control of their virtual infrastructure and increase efficiency.

Veeam Software Acquires nworks

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 13:00:00 EDT

Veeam announced its acquisition of privately held nworks, an innovative creator of enterprise management connectors bridging the gap between VMware virtual infrastructure and enterprise systems management tools from Hewlett-Packard and Microsoft. The nworks worldwide customer base consists of Fortune 500 and Global 1000 companies. nworks is a VMware Technology Alliance Premier Partner, a Gold HP Business Partner, and a Microsoft Business Partner.

RSA Announces New Knowledge-Based Authentication Tool

Mon, 30 Jun 2008 12:30:00 EDT

RSA, The Security Division of EMC, announced the latest release of its RSA Identity Verification knowledge-based authentication system - a system that has previously been successfully used by companies to reduce costs and to improve security and customer satisfaction. RSA's knowledge-based authentication (KBA) solution is designed to instantly verify customers' identities and to provide organizations with a higher level of confidence, while simultaneously reducing the risk of fraud associated with handling critical customer information.

Fortinet Granted New Patents for Virtualization and Multi-Threat Security

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 14:30:00 EDT

Fortinet announced that the United States Patent and Trademark Office has awarded the company four additional patents for network virtualization and security related inventions. These new patents strengthen Fortinet's growing intellectual property portfolio, bringing Fortinet's total awarded patents to 17.

Tresys Announces Desktop Virtualization Security Solution for High-Risk Environments

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 10:15:00 EDT

Tresys announced the availability of Tresys VM Fortress - a patent-pending secure desktop virtualization technology for organizations seeking strong security and operational integrity. VM Fortress gives organizations with high-end security needs the ability to utilize desktop virtualization without compromising protection by strengthening the guest operations system and the virtualization software itself to withstand the most threatening of compromises. VM Fortress provides a level of security high above most conventional requirements, which enables mission-critical organizations to leverage desktop virtual machine (VM) technology.

Tripwire to Improve Security of VMware ESX Hypervisor Virtualization Deployments

Fri, 06 Jun 2008 08:00:00 EDT

Tripwire announced the availability of Tripwire ConfigCheck, a free utility that assesses configuration settings for the VMware ESX hypervisor and recommends steps to take to ensure even greater security. Tripwire ConfigCheck provides an immediate assessment of the configurations of a VMware ESX hypervisor, comparing them against VMware hardening security guidelines, which are best practice recommendations for optimal security in virtual environments, and then providing remediation instructions if any are needed. With Tripwire ConfigCheck customers gain immediate visibility into risks that might exist in their virtual environment due to misconfiguration and fixes any improper settings that could present future risk.