Data and Database Management Software
Appliance guards against Internet-based threats.
Press Release Summary:
To protect networks and corporate assets from being compromised, iPrism v4.0 blocks sites known to have spyware, malware, or phishing content and proactively neutralizes instant messaging and peer-to-peer threats. Internet filtering appliance, integrated within iGuard® 100% human-reviewed database, offers reporting capabilities, real-time monitoring, and on-demand visibility in addition to hourly updated URLs and Kernel-Level Filtering technology.
Original Press Release:
St. Bernard Software(TM) Attacks Internet-Based Threats With New Version of iPrism®
Offers Unmatched Value in Internet Filtering by Adding Advanced Protection From Security Threats and Greater Performance Capabilities
SAN DIEGO, Aug. 2 -- St. Bernard Software (www.stbernard.com), a global provider of multi-layer security solutions that protect network assets at the perimeter and system level, today announced the availability of iPrism 4.0, the latest version of its Internet filtering appliance. iPrism adds measurable value to an organization's Internet filtering investment by raising the security bar above inappropriate/unwanted content to defend against threats associated with spyware, phishing, instant messaging (IM), and peer-to-peer (P2P).
Building on its award-winning reputation for blocking inappropriate or unauthorized content, iPrism now offers proactive protection against Internet-based threats by blocking sites that are known to have spyware, malware or phishing content. Integrated within the exclusive iGuard(R) 100% human-reviewed database, this additional layer of security provides administrators with a first line of defense against Internet based threats at the perimeter, at no additional cost.
In addition, iPrism proactively neutralizes IM/P2P threats by blocking and/or monitoring these and other new protocols. According to recent estimates, security threats exploiting instant messaging and peer-to-peer jumped by over 271 percent in the past year. With iPrism, administrators can prevent the unauthorized use of public IM and P2P file sharing programs, and protect both networks and corporate assets from being compromised.
"iPrism has brought a lot of added value to our organization," said Eric Rivard, IT Manager of Valley Center Municipal Water District in California. "With the new spyware, IM and P2P controls, it's like we're getting all the benefits of an intrusion prevention device without the additional cost."
With its enhanced reporting capabilities and the addition of Real-Time Monitoring, iPrism offers administrators drill-down capabilities, on-demand visibility into their network and a faster report generation process. Real-Time Monitoring illustrates network traffic dynamically with immediate visibility into protocol exchange -- an extremely efficient way to determine the origin of bandwidth drains, security breaches, or other actions that conflict with business rules. iPrism's drill-down reporting provides administrators with the power to generate reports based on standard or customized templates, as well as view user activity and analyze in granular detail.
The newest version of iPrism also utilizes a proprietary Kernel-Level Filtering technology, which delivers the speed and simplicity of a pass-by system, but with the reliability and control of a pass-through solution. Kernel-Level Filtering not only increases the performance of filtering to support an organization's Acceptable Usage Policy, but also doubles the speed with which reports are generated, providing immediate benefits to administrators. This technology further solidifies iPrism's position as a true appliance -- providing the security, performance, and flexible deployment options unmatched by competitive software or hardware solutions.
Key features in iPrism 4.0 include:
-- Defense Against IM and P2P via Dynamic Port Detection -- iPrism detects, blocks and logs both IM and P2P traffic, as well as filter Web and IM/P2P protocols regardless of the port they go through, helping to secure networks from the most rapidly growing threats in the workplace.
-- Security Sites Updated Hourly (Spyware, Malware and Phishing) -- iPrism provides virtual real-time protection against sites that carry Spyware, Malware or Phishing. The appliance is updated hourly with new URLs by the iGuard(R) team, ensuring administrators that they are receiving maximum protection from potentially damaging sources.
-- Enhanced Reporting -- Building on iPrism's existing comprehensive reporting capabilities, the latest release now records data in a single, cohesive event for easier administration and correlation of reports. Graphical reports and drill-down reporting are also available for more granular presentation of data. In addition, iPrism's new Report Design Wizard allows administrators to design, create and customize reports with ease.
-- Real-Time Monitoring -- IT administrators are now able to view network traffic on the fly and have immediate visibility into protocol traffic
-- an effective way to check the pulse of the network to determine where bandwidth drains, security breaches, or other actions that conflict with business rules are occurring.
"iPrism provides the greatest overall value in a content filtering solution through its exceptional performance, total cost of ownership and range of standard features that offer organizations built-in scalability to add and remove filtering capabilities as their business rules dictate," said John Jones, President and CEO of St. Bernard Software. "The strength of iPrism combined with St. Bernard Software's existing line of perimeter and system level defense solutions results in the strongest layered security strategy available on the market today."
Pricing and Availability:
The latest version of iPrism is available immediately and is sold as a network appliance along with a supporting subscription service that features upgrades, technical support and hardware maintenance. Pricing for iPrism, inclusive of appliance, subscription, and maintenance, starts at $3,490. More information about iPrism can be found at www.stbernard.com/iprism, by calling 1-800-782-3762, or contacting one of St. Bernard's authorized resellers.
About St. Bernard Software:
St. Bernard Software Inc. is a global provider of security solutions that help small and medium sized businesses protect their network infrastructure at the perimeter and system levels. Using a multi-layered security architecture strategy, St. Bernard Software's range of solutions harden business critical systems against threats and exploits; provide policy-based Internet management; protect email messaging; and secure the data backup process to cover files that are open or in use. Deployed across millions of computers worldwide, the company's award-winning products are recognized for ease-of-use, affordability, and scalability.
Established in April 1995 with corporate headquarters in San Diego, California and an international office in London, St. Bernard Software sells and supports its products directly and through key solution partners worldwide. For more information, please go to www.stbernard.com.
NOTE: The St. Bernard Software logo, SpyEXPERT, ePrism, SecurityEXPERT, and Open File Manager are trademarks of St. Bernard Software Inc. UpdateEXPERT and iPrism are registered trademarks of St. Bernard Software Inc. All other trademarks and registered trademarks are hereby acknowledged.
CONTACT: Lorrie Hunsaker of St. Bernard Software Inc., +1-800-782-3762, ext. 2041, or hunsaker@stbernard.com; or Marc Gendron of Panagraph, Inc., +1-559-228-8424, or mgendron@panagraph.com, for St. Bernard Software Inc.
Web site: www.stbernard.com/
