Counterpane and Breach Partner to Deliver Extended Intrusion Detection and Prevention Security.CARLSBAD & MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. -- Breach Security Inc., a pioneer of web application security solutions and Counterpane Internet Security ''This article or section is being rewritten at Internet security is the process of protecting data and privacy of devices connected to internet from information robbery, hacking, malware infection and unwanted software. , the leading protector protector /pro·tec·tor/ (-tek´ter) a substance in a catalyst that prolongs the rate of activity in the latter. of networked information, today announced a partnership that offers enterprises enhanced managed security services Security services are state institutions for the provision of intelligence, primarily of a strategic nature, but also including protective security intelligence. Examples include the Security Service (MI5) and the Secret Intelligence Service (MI6) in the United Kingdom, and the by providing add-on SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) The leading security protocol on the Internet. Developed by Netscape, SSL is widely used to do two things: to validate the identity of a Web site and to create an encrypted connection for sending credit card and other personal data. decryption (cryptography) decryption - Any procedure used in cryptography to convert ciphertext (encrypted data) into plaintext. capabilities for existing intrusion detection See IDS and IPS. and prevention systems. The partnership combines Breach's SSL technology, BreachView SSL(TM), and Counterpane's single source Managed Security Services, to provide an enhanced level of security protection by decrypting SSL traffic on the fly without terminating the SSL session. SSL enables secure communications between a client and a server, prohibiting visibility into the contents of the traffic by both hackers and security tools. While the use of SSL technology permits the safe transmission of sensitive information, hackers are able to use it to evade e·vade v. e·vad·ed, e·vad·ing, e·vades v.tr. 1. To escape or avoid by cleverness or deceit: evade arrest. 2. a. detection by network intrusion detection and prevention systems. With BreachView SSL, Counterpane's customers have the unique opportunity to include this SSL decryption technology when subscribing to Counterpane's managed security services options. BreachView SSL enhances intrusion detection and prevention systems by permitting them to analyze and detect attacks in network traffic encrypted en·crypt tr.v. en·crypt·ed, en·crypt·ing, en·crypts 1. To put into code or cipher. 2. Computer Science with SSL -- traffic that previously flowed without inspection. The Breach/Counterpane partnership delivers decrypted SSL traffic contents in clear text to the IDS sensor, eliminating the blind spot that exists in most IDS/IPS systems. The solution enables security experts to identify undetected attacks and truly extend the visibility of the IDS/IPS. "Network Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems can only monitor the traffic they can see," said Marc Shinbrood, Chief Executive Officer of Breach Security. "Most IDS/IPS systems let in-bound SSL traffic pass through the IDS without examination. Through our valuable partnership with Counterpane, we're providing a security solution that extends the visibility of the IDS and greatly reduces the risk of breaches and hacks of valuable SSL traffic." Shinbrood added, "It's a great partnership of technologies and we look forward to offering our collective customers this enhanced solution." "Threats and breaches cause major loss of business and credibility to corporations," said Doug Howard, Vice President of Service Delivery for Counterpane. "We're enthused to align align (  līn),v to move the teeth into their proper positions to conform to the line of occlusion. with Breach to offer our customers a robust solution for enhanced network security." About Counterpane Counterpane is the world's leading protector of networked information -- the inventor INVENTOR. One who invents or finds out something. 2. The patent laws of the United States authorize a patent to be issued to the original inventor; if the invention is suggested by another, he is not the inventor within the meaning of those laws; but in that of outsourced security monitoring and the foremost authority on effective mitigation of emerging IT threats. With the most comprehensive view available of global information security events, Counterpane offers customers the earliest possible warning of internal or external threats to their information security and availability, as well as the expert counsel required to successfully mitigate such threats. Counterpane's managed service model and technology products provide information-intensive organizations the security they require to collaborate with ever-increasing numbers of partners, customers, suppliers, investors and government regulators. The company is privately held and headquartered in Mountain View, Calif. About Breach Security, Inc. Founded in 2004 and headquartered in Carlsbad, Calif., Breach Security, Inc. is a leader in the emerging Intelligent Web Application Security market. Breach offers next-generation technology to secure privileged information on the web. Its rapidly deployable appliances address the enterprise and governmental needs for web application security by protecting their applications and databases from attacks, thereby resolving common security challenges such as information leakage Information leakage happens whenever a system that is designed to be closed to an eavesdropper reveals some information to unauthorized parties nonetheless. For example, when designing an encrypted instant messaging network, a network engineer without the capacity to crack your and identity theft, regulatory compliance, and insecurely in·se·cure adj. 1. Not sure or certain; doubtful: unemployed and facing an insecure future. 2. coded custom applications. Breach, with a divisional office in Herzliya, Israel, is privately held and funded by Enterprise Partners Venture Capital and other A list ventures. For more information visit www.breach.com. Breach Security, BreachView, BreachView SSL and the Breach logo are trademarks of Breach Security, Inc. All other product names mentioned herein may be trademarks of their respective companies. Counterpane is a trademark of Counterpane Internet Security, Inc. All other companies, brand names or products are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. |
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