Security Alert: New Endpoint Security Threat -- USBDumper -- Silently Steals Data off USB Flash Drives.PORTLAND, Ore. -- Centennial Software, a developer of IT security and asset management solutions, issued a security alert today regarding a new endpoint security threat called USBDumper (http://www.secuobs.com/news/07062006-sstic_usbdumper.shtml). This hacking tool A hacking tool is a program designed to assist with hacking, or a legitimate utility that can also be used for hacking. Examples include Nmap, Nessus Remote Security Scanner, John the Ripper, SuperScan, p0f, and Winzapper[1]. is designed to silently copy files off any USB flash drive See USB drive. connected to a PC and makes an image of the drive enabling someone with malicious intent to steal data or even use recovery tools to retrieve deleted Deleted A security that is no longer included on a specified market. Sometimes referred to as "delisted". Notes: Reasons for delisting include violating regulations, failing to meet financial specifications set out by the stock exchange and going bankrupt. material. In order to combat this and related threats, Centennial is offering a free 30-day trial of its award-winning endpoint security software, DeviceWall. "USBDumper is a unique and dangerous application because it takes a completely new approach to data theft. Traditionally, data thieves List of Thieves. Famous
For a video of USBDumper in action, visit Centennial's security blog at www.watchyourend.com/videos/usb_dumper/. DeviceWall enables organizations to centrally manage and protect networks from the threats associated with data theft and portable storage devices (iPods, USB sticks It typically refers to a flash-based USB drive, but may refer to a USB-based device that performs some other function such as a wireless adapter. See USB drive. , cell phones, etc.) by managing the connection of these devices to company PCs and encrypting data in transit. DeviceWall prevents against threats like USBDumper by encrypting data on flash drives, thereby rendering useless any stolen data and preventing protected machines from recognizing flash drives thus providing assurance to mobile workers. To download a free 30-day trial of the recently released DeviceWall 4.5, visit www.devicewall.com. About Centennial Software Centennial Software is a leading developer of IT asset discovery and security management solutions with more than four million licenses sold to blue-chip organizations around the world. Available through a global network of resellers and market-leading OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) The rebranding of equipment and selling it. The term initially referred to the company that made the products (the "original" manufacturer), but eventually became widely used to refer to the organization that buys the products and vendors, Centennial Software's solutions are designed to help organizations better manage their IT infrastructure, maintain compliance and reduce operational risks. The company operates offices in the USA, UK, Germany and Australia. For more information, please visit www.devicewall.com or www.centennial-software.com. |
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