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Centennial Software's DeviceWall 3.0 Helps Prevent Enterprise Data Theft By Controlling Portable, Removable and Wireless Device Access

Posted on: Tuesday, 16 August 2005, 09:00 CDT

Latest Version Protects Organizations against Data Theft and Unauthorized Network Access with Improved Management, Device Granularity and Wireless Access Control Centennial Software, a leading developer of IT asset discovery and security management solutions, today announced the availability of DeviceWall 3.0, a powerful new enterprise security solution that helps organizations to better protect against the threat of data theft, virus introduction and unauthorized file transfers by controlling the connection of portable devices to the corporate network. The new version offers enhanced permission control and increased granularity for managing the connection of USB sticks, iPods, PDAs, Smartphones, CD burners and other devices, as well as adding the ability to lock down Bluetooth, Infrared and Wi-Fi wireless connections, thereby preventing the transfer of information between corporate PCs and unauthorized devices.

Recent research indicates that 80% of IT-related crimes originate from within a corporate network, making solutions like DeviceWall critical. According to DeviceWall user Mike Heffernan, Computer Operations Manager at Los Angeles Yellow Cab Co-op, "Security is a top priority here as it should be at every company. Like many others, we have spent much time and many resources securing our assets from the 'glamorous' vulnerabilities: viruses, spam, malware, intrusions, etc."

"Whether it's as serious as preventing data theft or as basic as blocking introduction of unwanted files or malware onto the network, we needed to be able to prevent access by certain types of devices. Today, it is extremely easy to suck critical data from a production network and walk out with it on a device the size of a pack of gum. Yet it is equally unproductive to deny users the resources they need to do their jobs effectively. That's why we're using DeviceWall."

DeviceWall effectively combats the security threats posed by ubiquitous portable devices, providing an intelligent alternative to complete PC lockdown. DeviceWall allows corporations to centrally manage and automatically enforce acceptable use policies, eliminating the need for manual intervention at the desktop. Furthermore, device access can be controlled by both user and device class, which enables unauthorized users to continue unhindered and minimizing the impact on business productivity.

"Identity theft, privacy concerns, virus propagation and other data threats have made security a top priority in today's enterprise," noted Andy Burton, CEO of Centennial Software. "Yet, data theft continues to rise even after companies have spent billions on securing their network connections. Why? Well, it has never been easier to remove large chunks of data without anyone noticing. When someone walks out with your corporate data these days, they don't need a backpack full of files or even a plug-in hard drive; a tiny 2GB thumb drive can do severe long-term damage to a company's operations and reputation."

The latest version of DeviceWall offers improved device control and protection for enterprise networks. DeviceWall 3.0 introduces a reliable and effective ability to grant "Read Only" access to certain device types, allowing users to access information already resident on a device without the ability to copy data to it. It also increases the granularity of device classifications so that administrators can more readily block access to one type of device while allowing another connected through the same port. DeviceWall 3.0 also introduces the ability to completely lock down the Bluetooth, Infrared or Wi-Fi ports on a PC, further protecting corporate IT assets against unauthorized access.

DeviceWall supports common IT infrastructures including Windows NT4, Win2000 and Win2003 server/client. It also supports Active Directory user groups for easy management and is the only solution to offer off-line temporary access. The product is painless to deploy and has automatic policy updates and version management. It supports the connection of mice, keyboards and other user interface devices, without interruption.

Availability & Pricing

Centennial DeviceWall 3.0 is available immediately and is a free upgrade for existing users. Pricing is based on a per-seat model and starts as low as $10. For more information, please visit www.devicewall.com or www.centennialsoftware.com.

About Centennial Software

Centennial Software (www.centennialsoftware.com) 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 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.

Source: Business Wire

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