Forwarded From: "Spencer, Will" <wspencer@DMWGroup.com>
ISS Ships New Version of Market-Leading Security Vulnerability Detection
Solution
ATLANTA (Oct. 19) BUSINESS WIRE -Oct. 19, 1998--
Internet Scanner Provides Protection for Network Routers, Detects Latest
Hacker "Back Door" Programs
Internet Security Systems (ISS) (Nasdaq:ISSX) today announced the
worldwide availability of a new version of the industry's first network
security vulnerability detection software, Internet Scanner(TM) 5.4.
Internet Scanner 5.4 extends ISS' leadership position in Windows NT and
Unix security assessment with the first solution for identifying router
security weaknesses, including routers from Cisco Systems (Nasdaq:CSCO),
Internet Scanner helps customers find more security weaknesses in more
critical areas of the network enabling them to reap the benefits of open
systems while actively protecting their valuable networked information.
"Routers are key parts of modern computing infrastructure," said ISS'
Internet Scanner Product Manager, Ted Doty. "Our customers have been
increasingly concerned with security vulnerabilities that might affect the
availability of their router networks, or which might possibly allow an
attacker to take over the network fabric itself. As the pioneer in
security assessment, ISS now provides customers with the ability to detect
security vulnerabilities in their routers before these problems are
exploited against them."
An integral component of ISS' award-winning SAFEsuite(R) family of
adaptive network security solutions, Internet Scanner performs a critical
function in today's dynamic enterprise environment by enabling security
policy enforcement and providing users with a way to measure and control
their security risks. Internet Scanner automatically scans a network and
identifies security holes utilizing a comprehensive and dynamic database
of attacker methods and security vulnerability tests. Internet Scanner is
the only solution available that thoroughly evaluates the security of an
entire enterprise network and intranet including all Unix, Windows NT and
Windows 95 machines and devices such as firewalls, Web servers, routers
and applications. In addition to quickly identifying security weaknesses,
Internet Scanner responds to these weaknesses through detailed, easy to
understand corrective actions and automatic prioritization of security
risks.
Detection of Hacker "Back Door" Programs Recent hacker activity has
focused on the creation of Back Doors, or specialized programs that allow
hackers to remotely control computers. This remote control capability can
provide hackers with complete system access and the ability to possibly
steal or alter sensitive data. Information about Back Door programs is
available from http://www.iss.net/xforce/alerts/advise8.html.
Two recently discovered Back Door programs are BackOrifice, from a group
called Cult of the Dead Cow, and NetBus. With the new version of Internet
Scanner 5.4, customers can protect themselves from these programs and
other types of Back Doors by easily detecting and removing them before
damage is done.
Mark Osborn, principal with the KPMG Information Risk Management Practice,
said, "Our clients are concerned about the recent releases of hacker
toolkits like BackOrifice and NetBus. ISS' leadership in providing the
capability to detect these programs is the latest example of why KPMG is
committed to using ISS tools as part of our comprehensive offerings."
Constant Product Updates Through the ISS X-Force Team A specialized task
force of dedicated security experts, the ISS
X-Force, is totally focused on uncovering and integrating the latest
vulnerability information into Internet Scanner. ISS provides regular
vulnerability updates and security alert advisories as well as necessary
corrective actions so customers can be assured that they are protecting
their networks with the latest security vulnerability information.
Pricing and Availability Internet Scanner 5.4 is immediately available.
Users are invited to try out the new version free of charge by downloading
an evaluation copy from the ISS Web site (http://www.iss.net). Internet
Scanner pricing varies depending on amount of network devices scanned. It
carries an U.S. suggested price of $2795 for a 30-device license and $4995
for a Class C (254-device) license.
About Internet Security Systems Internet Security Systems
(ISS)(NASDAQ:ISSX) is the pioneer and leading provider of adaptive network
security delivering enterprise-wide information protection solutions.
ISS' award-winning SAFEsuite family of products manages security risks and
enhances end user confidence in intranet, extranet and electronic commerce
environments. By combing proactive vulnerability detection with real-time
intrusion detection and response, ISS' adaptive network security system
creates a flexible cycle of continuous security improvement, including
policy implementation and enforcement. This comprehensive approach to
network security strengthens the security of existing systems and has
dramatically improved the security posture for organizations worldwide,
making ISS a critical, trusted security advisor for firms in the Global
2000, 9 of the ten largest U.S. commercial banks and over 35 governmental
agencies. For more information, call ISS at 678/443-6000 or 800/776-2362
or visit the ISS web site at www.iss.net.
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Received on Tue Oct 20 09:03:53 1998