Tuesday, 14 November 2006

Secure Computing Upgrades Web Security Gateway Appliance

Secure Computing, a provider of enterprise gateway security, has unveiled Webwasher 6.0, a new and enhanced version of its Web Security Gateway, protecting enterprises from inbound and outbound security threats. Webwasher 6.0 marks the initial integration of CipherTrust's TrustedSource into the Secure Computing suite of products within 75 days of completing the merger with CipherTrust. In addition, Webwasher 6.0 adds a anti-malware engine to protect enterprises from targeted attacks, as per a statement issued by the company.

Webwasher 6.0 is a web security gateway product now available in three newly released appliances that guards enterprises from threats delivered via web traffic, including malware, trojans and phishing attacks, and also ensures that outbound traffic meets corporate compliance requirements. This newest version includes more than a dozen enhancements that strengthen its functionality and improve usability, claimed the company.

According to the company, in addition to the URL filter and Anti-malware features already noted, Version 6.0 also includes the following:

• Webwasher SSL Scanner temporarily unlocks encrypted traffic, enabling HTTPS content control, anti-malware scanning capability, and company policy enforcement
• Webwasher Anti-Virus is a combination of up to three third party signature-based anti-virus engines allowing the deployment of multiple signature based third party anti-virus solutions at the same time without the usual hits in performance and latency
• Webwasher Instant Message Filter provides selective blocking, logging and reporting of IM and P2P protocols