ISS Continues to Deliver Industry's Most Powerful and Comprehensive Solution for Identifying and Eliminating Security Risks
New Version of Internet Scanner Enables Customers to Easily Detect and Manage Web Browser Security Issues
ATLANTA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--June 23, 1998-- Internet Security Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: ISSX - news), the leading provider of adaptive security management software, announced today the availability of a new version of Internet Scanner(TM), the market-leading solution for network vulnerability detection and decision support.
As the pioneer and developer of the industry's first network security scanning software, ISS continues its heritage of product superiority with a new version of Internet Scanner offering the ultimate in performance, flexibility and comprehensiveness including the largest database of known security vulnerabilities. In addition, Internet Scanner now includes a unique set of specific vulnerability checks for quick and easy identification of potentially dangerous Web browser security weaknesses enabling the most comprehensive information protection across all network devices and applications.
''Managing security risks in dynamic network environments requires the ability to automatically detect security weaknesses, while providing critical, up-to-the-minute feedback on security levels and corrective actions,'' noted Ted Doty, product manager of ISS' Security Scanner Products division. ''As the pioneer and market leader in security assessment technology, ISS has continued to evolve Internet Scanner to address the requirements of the most challenging enterprise environments, increasing its speed, comprehensiveness and overall flexibility as cornerstones of next-generation vulnerability detection technology.''
An integral component of ISS' award-winning SAFEsuite(TM) family of adaptive network security software, Internet Scanner performs a critical network management function in today's dynamic enterprise environment. Utilizing the most comprehensive database of attacker methods and security vulnerabilities, Internet Scanner automatically scans a network and quickly responds by identifying security holes, as well as providing valuable security risk information. Internet Scanner provides immediate corrective actions and a series of in-depth, graphical reports providing critical data required in making informed decisions. Internet Scanner is a fundamental addition to static security safeguards such as firewalls, authentication and encryption and provides a critical feedback loop that instantly informs customers of their security posture and any potentially dangerous security conditions that may exist in their network.
''The evolution of Internet Scanner as a reliable security vulnerability detection tool demonstrates ISS's commitment to meeting the evolving security needs of the marketplace,'' said Ellen Carney, principal analyst with Dataquest. ''Proactive security assessment is a critical component of an organization's security management and ISS's technological approach is enabling companies worldwide to receive the feedback they need to effectively understand and manage overall security risks.''
Internet Scanner introduces the following new features:
Updated Series of Critical Vulnerability Checks: With its unmatched depth and breadth of security vulnerability intelligence, Internet Scanner continues to be 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 including firewalls, Web servers, routers and applications. The new version boasts the inclusion of the most security vulnerability checks and comprehensive detection capabilities compared to any competitive offering.
Web Browser Security Management: In response to an increasing number of security incidents related to Web browser software, Internet Scanner now includes the industry's largest number of specific Web browser policy security checks. These checks thoroughly test the configuration of Web browser software such as Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT - news) Internet Explorer and Netscape (NASDAQ: NSCP - news) Navigator to determine whether or not they are open to possible penetration from an attacker.
Enhanced Parallel Scanning Capabilities: ISS, a pioneer in the area of parallel scanning technology, has increased this unique capability with the new version of Internet Scanner. Parallel Scanning enables customers to optimize their use of vulnerability detection software in large networked environments. Internet Scanner extends its lead in Parallel Scanning allowing customers to more easily execute multiple scans of large networks simultaneously, checking for and reporting back common vulnerabilities in devices across the enterprise such as, firewalls and routers.
New, State-of-the-Art Reports: Internet Scanner continues its revolutionary reporting capabilities with new reports designed to help network administrators easily communicate security posture information to different levels within an organization. Once a scan is launched, Internet Scanner provides immediate results and intelligently shares information through a newly enhanced series of operational, management and technical reports. These reports quickly convey highly susceptible and dangerous network security conditions and enable network administrators to easily prioritize activities to fix security holes and maximize their information protection.
Frequent Product Updates Through the ISS X-Force Team: ISS' leading task force of dedicated security experts, the ISS XForce, is totally focused on uncovering and integrating the latest vulnerability information into Internet Scanner. ISS will continue to provide customers with regular vulnerability updates to Internet Scanner, as well as necessary corrective actions so customers can be assured that their networks are protected with the latest security vulnerability information and technology.
Pricing and Availability
Internet Scanner version 5.2 for Windows NT is immediately available. A public beta version of Internet Scanner version 5.1 for UNIX is also 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 $4995 for a Class C (254-device) license.
About Internet Security Systems
Internet Security Systems, Inc. is the leading provider of adaptive network security monitoring, detection and response software that protects the security and integrity of enterprise information systems. By dynamically detecting and responding to security vulnerabilities and threats inherent in open systems, ISS's SAFEsuite family of products provide protection across the enterprise, including the Internet, extranets and internal networks, from attacks, misuse and security policy violations. The Company has delivered its adaptive network security solutions to organizations worldwide, including 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 iss.net.
This release, other than historical information, may include forward-looking statements with respect to achieving corporate objectives, developing Internet, network and other security products, expanding and diversifying the Company's customer base and sales channels, and certain other matters. These statements are made under the ''safe harbor'' provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and involve risks and uncertainties which could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements, including but not limited to the risks identified in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. These filings can be obtained either by contacting ISS Investor Relations or through the Securities and Exchange Commission's Web site at sec.gov.
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