Managed Intrusion Detection & Perimetral System

Introduction

We live in the so-called Knowledge Era, however this significant intellectual evolution did not bring about a safer and more functional habitat. The competition for knowledge in all areas, most of all in bussiness, daily generates more complex and unpredictable relationships.

Technology expanded our possibilities up to unthinkable limits; nevertheless, every day we shut ourselves in small spaces, full of locks, alarms, fences and cameras, in an attempt to fight fear and insecurity.

And what happens in the virtual world, that universe we only perceive when we are on line?

Today, an average of twenty new vulnerabilities are discovered each month. In most cases, software is released when it is barely over alpha quality. Vulnerabilities are widespread in sites,as it takes software suppliers some time to release patches and fixes. Additionally, crackers/hackers have formed groups around the world to share information and coordinate strikes. It is the golden age of hacking!

Knowing the internet security risks is an important step, but to be aware of our vulnerability is vital.

Insecurity generates palpable and direct losses – as in the case of theft of ideas –, having a negative effect on productivity and bringing dire consequences such as system downtime, breeding distrust in clients. And what is worse, insecurity entangles your business in legal disputes.

Part of the problem resides in that the true impact of an attack or deliberate intrusion is not detected immediately. And this leads to the action not being considered as serious as it really is.

Many times, responsibility over the internet security problems is assumed by company staff, with no guidelines, inadequate technology, scarce information, and, in many cases, without authorization.

In other cases, security control relies on a Firewall, assuming its presence is enough to solve this complex and shifting issue.

But because of its static defense configuration, a firewall is a technological component that does not supply invulnerability to the system; moreover, it becomes part of the problem, since it allows intruders who attack internet servers to leave no trace.

Can you assert that in this precise moment there are no intruders going through your systems and files? That your e-mails are not being read by your competitors? That system downtimes were not intentional? Or that your server is not being used as a bridge for infiltrating other sites?

Blockware

Blockware is a managed solution, aimed at achieving supervision and remote configuration of companies' perimeter.To fulfill this goal, “The Block” smart remote sensors are used, which have superior functionality compared to other market standard firewalls. These remote sensors acts as firewall, IDS, and VPN gateway, reporting attacks and repulsions state automatically to Openware's SOC (Security Operations Center), for them to be processed and displayed online to our clients' IT crew. It is a strategic service, since it gives second tier support with direct access to human resources with expertise and also time to manage the always shifting internet security issues. This product allows companies to protect their networks and their internal data from internet risks, without hiring experienced staff and at a very low cost.

The Block: Security Appliance, aimed at satisfying the need for perimeter security in companies and remote offices. It provides a simple, stable and scalable security solution for central and remote site implementation. It supports and protects any operative system and IP application, allowing the user to connect transparently through its networks. It provides a solution for virtual private networks (VPNs). It has a strong IDS, able to detect over 1800 attacks.