Data and Database Management Software
Internal Security Gateway combats threats to network.
Press Release Summary:
InterSpect(TM) v2.0 provides SMART(TM) management and integrates with Check Point Integrity(TM) endpoint security solution. It blocks spread of worms and attacks inside corporate network while also providing pre-emptive attack protection to defend against vulnerabilities before they are exploited. Mail security feature recognizes and stops malicious behavior by restricting messages delivered to network using POP3/IMAP protocols.
Original Press Release:
Check Point Advances Internal Security Solution to Combat Evolving Threats
InterSpect 2.0 Provides Integrated SMART Management and Cooperative Enforcement with Integrity Endpoint Security
REDWOOD CITY, Calif. - Oct. 25, 2004 -- Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ: CHKP), the worldwide leader in securing the Internet, today announced the introduction of Check Point InterSpect(TM) 2.0, the latest version of the company's innovative Internal Security Gateway. InterSpect 2.0 includes enhanced functionality that provides integrated SMART(TM) management as well as further integration with the Check Point Integrity(TM) endpoint security solution that safeguards Internal networks from damaging cyber attacks introduced inside the corporate network.
"Attacks that proliferate inside the corporate network are especially damaging because they can cripple an organizations' productivity, resulting in thousands of dollars in damages. Today's customers are realizing that Internal security has its own unique requirements that are separate and distinct from Perimeter security," said Lawrence Orans, Principal Analyst, Gartner Inc. "Ideally, enterprises need to combine a worm prevention solution - for example one that can scan and block - with a worm containment solution to combat the threat of Internal attacks."
Introduced in January 2004, Check Point InterSpect(TM) is a first of its kind Internal Security Gateway that blocks the spread of worms and attacks inside the network and provides pre-emptive attack protection. It enables proactive and dynamic protection for known and unknown attacks, enabling organizations to defend against vulnerabilities before they are exploited. The new features available with InterSpect 2.0 include:
· Integrated SMART Management - InterSpect 2.0 is centrally managed and deployed from Check Point's unrivaled SMART management architecture, allowing administrators to effectively configure and manage multiple gateways with a minimal learning curve.
· One-click SmartDefense(TM) Updates -InterSpect 2.0 allows administrators to retrieve and activate new defenses for multiple InterSpect gateways in a single operation.
· Endpoint Security Integration - InterSpect 2.0 works cooperatively with Integrity to ensure that all endpoints are in compliance with security policies before providing access to the network. For clients not using Integrity, InterSpect provides defense-in-depth by inspecting traffic for malicious activity.
· Integrated Logging And Reporting - InterSpect 2.0 logs are easily and centrally viewed in SmartCenter(TM), including comprehensive reporting and analysis of traffic and attack trends through SmartView Reporter(TM).
· Intensified Mail Security - InterSpect 2.0 provides proactive protection that recognizes and stops malicious behavior by restricting messages delivered to the network using POP3/IMAP protocols, preventing the spread of mail borne worms.
"Our customers have expressed the need to advance their Internal security tools and defenses," said Gonen Fink, vice president, solutions and strategy, Check Point Software. "InterSpect 2.0 marks a major milestone in our product innovation. With this release, Check Point is taking a vital step to raise the bar for Internal security defenses, and we are reinforcing our commitment to driving leadership in the attack prevention marketplace."
Pricing and Availability
Check Point InterSpect 2.0 will be available immediately in five models with prices ranging from $9,000 and $39,000 USD. For more information on Check Point InterSpect, please visit: http://checkpoint.com/products/interspect/index.html.
About Check Point Software
Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. is the worldwide leader in securing the Internet. It is the confirmed market leader of both the worldwide VPN and firewall markets. Through its Next Generation product line, the company delivers a broad range of Perimeter, Internal and Web security solutions that protect business communications and resources for corporate networks and applications, remote employees, branch offices and partner extranets. Extending the power of the Check Point solution is its Open Platform for Security (OPSEC), the industry's framework and alliance for integration and interoperability with "best-of-breed" solutions from over 350 leading companies. Check Point solutions are sold, integrated and serviced by a network of more than 2,300 Check Point partners in 92 countries. For more information, please call us at (800) 429-4391 or (650) 628-2000, or visit us on the Web at www.checkpoint.com or at www.opsec.com.
