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Sygate Launches Comprehensive Security Solution For Microsoft Windows Embedded For Point Of Servic Publication date: Tuesday, 24 May 2005 Network Access Control Leader Delivers “Compliance on Contact™” to Next-Generation Retail Systems Built on the Microsoft Windows Embedded for Point of Service Software Platform FREMONT, Calif.–May 24, 2005 – Sygate Technologies, the leading provider of Network Access Control (NAC) solutions, today announced the launch of the Sygate Security Agent for the Microsoft Windows Embedded for Point of Service software platform. Having already delivered a widely deployed security solution for Windows XP Embedded devices, Sygate’s new solution has completed a comprehensive verification process, ensuring that it works and seamlessly on Windows Embedded for Point of Service to provide retailers with “Compliance on Contact” -- a complete information protection process that automates the discovery, protection, enforcement, and remediation of all network-connected devices and protects them from misuse, malicious access and misconfiguration. Sygate’s solution for Windows Embedded for Point of Service will allow retailers to leverage Sygate’s award-winning Network Access Control technology to protect against business interruption and lost revenues caused by compromised point-of-service systems. “Sygate’s award-winning technology will help our mutual customers protect their investment in Windows Embedded for Point of Service, ” said Jane Gilson, director of marketing for the Mobile and Embedded Devices Division at Microsoft Corp. “By Sygate completing the verification program, customers can be assured their experience using these products together will be reliable and dependable.” Sygate Security Agent for Windows Embedded for Point of Service Sygate Security Agent for the Windows Embedded for Point of Service extends Sygate’s Network Access Control technology to both currently installed, and next generation retail systems, and includes the following functionality: Application-Centric Firewall Sygate Security Agent for the Windows Embedded for Point of Service (the “embedded Agent”) incorporates an application-centric firewall that stealths host systems, provides stateful firewalling, applies rule-based security policy, and controls application usage. Application-Based Intrusion Prevention Engine The embedded Agent’s intrusion prevention engine applies patterns of known intrusions to all incoming and outgoing traffic as a second layer of defense. Sygate’s unique application-based approach to intrusion prevention uses application layer information and deep packet inspection to more effectively identify and block known intrusions. Adaptive Policies The embedded Agent dynamically adapts security policies based on the device, the hostility of the network environment, and the access method. Host Integrity Checking The embedded Agent can check the security status of the embedded device including: the status of executables (antivirus, host firewall, host IDS, sandbox), files (antivirus signatures, host firewall policies, host IPS signatures, MD5 checksum, file version), registry values, versions, patches, and operating system configurations. Universal Enforcement Universal Enforcement ensures that embedded devices are 100 percent compliant with security policies before permitting network access. Enforcement can be accomplished in several different ways: Endpoint Enforcement, Gateway Enforcer, and enforcement in conjunction with third-party products such as VPNs or wireless access points. Automated Remediation Sygate automates the process of bringing embedded devices into compliance with security policy. When the devices are non-compliant with security policies, the embedded Agent can automatically initiate a remediation action, such as to download and install a software patch or update, execute command-line instructions, turn applications or operating system features on or off, thereby returning the device to policy compliance. Centralized Management Sygate Management Server enables administrators to define, provision, and enforce security policies across all connected systems and devices. In addition, the Management Server can monitor and report on the overall security posture and incidents. “Sygate has a successful history working with Microsoft to protect a wide variety of embedded devices – from Point of Sale terminals, Self-service Kiosks and ATM machines to thin clients and medical equipment,” said Rich Siegel, senior director of business development for Embedded Systems, Sygate. “Extending our security expertise to next-generation retail networks powered by the Windows Embedded for Point of Service software platform enables retailers to safely leverage the Internet to deliver customers an enhanced shopping experience.” Siegel said the failure of businesses to control information and ensure customer privacy has never been more apparent. Moreover, the risk is increasing with the rapid growth of embedded devices running mission-critical applications in the retail and hospitality environment. Siegel noted that new regulations hold corporate executives and directors accountable for security breaches, with severe consequences. The Sygate solution for Windows Embedded for Point of Service and Windows XP Embedded provides a comprehensive solution that can protect embedded devices from being compromised. About Sygate Technologies, Inc. Sygate is the market leader in network access control (NAC) solutions for the large enterprise. Through intelligent policy enforcement, the Sygate solution ensures Compliance on Contact — a complete information process protecting computers, data and networks from misuse, malicious access, and misconfiguration. The world’s largest organizations use Sygate solution to protect their networks, enforce business policies, and automate security practices to regain control of network security, reduce costs, and ensure compliance across the organization. Partnerships with industry leaders including Alcatel, Aventail, Cisco, Enterasys, Extreme Networks, Hewlett-Packard, iPass, Juniper Networks, Microsoft, and Nortel enable Sygate’s technology to operate seamlessly across multiple platforms and applications. Sygate Technologies is a privately held company headquartered in Fremont, California. For more information, please visit www.sygate.com or call . |
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