Web Security and Content Filtering
The Internet has revolutionised the way business is run, transacted and enabled and forms the essential tool to access and publish information, run services and critical applications and is the very basis for communication and collaboration. Complete reliance on the Web has however spawned a vector of threat to each and every organisation, that if not securely controlled and monitored can introduce a plethora of risks and web security threats affecting productivity, profitability, liability and even compromise its ability to trade.
The Internet continually evolves and as a result web security threats become greater in volume and sophistication. Hackers and cybercriminals have turned their attention to this vector as a means to distribute malware, perpetrate identity theft, financial fraud and corporate espionage. Malicious code exploits vulnerabilities in protocols (HTTP, POP3, FTP, HTTPS etc) and Internet browsers and infected web pages have become a common method of exploiting and controlling the site visitor’s computer. Internet filtering has become of paramount importance bearing in mind this threat landscape and deploying a traditional anti-virus software solution can no longer cope with risks that change every second of every day. A more sophisticated and ‘multi layered’ approach is required.
In addition to the significant external threats that are now faced, every organisation has a duty to protect employees from inappropriate website content and should have the tools to enforce acceptable usage policies, monitor access and surfing habits and control information and file types entering and leaving the corporate network.
Almost all companies have a significant number of employees who have the ability to work from home or by the nature of their jobs have ‘roaming’ access by way of a laptop computer. To establish a complete security policy, controls must be put in place to ensure the same rules and protection is enforced whether accessing the Internet from a coffee shop, airport departure lounge or from home.
The innovation of Web 2.0 tools and applications are rapidly changing the way people communicate, collaborate and work. These applications can facilitate more efficient working and create competitive advantage and opportunity, however at the same time can introduce threats due to the ever changing nature of this user generated content. We can help with a more sophisticated approach to Web 2.0 use and access to ensure your confidential information remains safe, whilst protecting from changing threats and loss of productivity from inappropriate use.
To ensure your organisation has protection in all areas of Web security and content control, we provide advice on the following:-
- Web Security Threats (viruses, spyware, trojans, phishing, malicious code, keyloggers etc)
- URL filtering by category
- Employee productivity
- HR monitoring tools and logging
- Liability
- Bandwidth usage
- Protocol and Application control (HTTP, FTP,HTTPS, P2P, Streaming media etc)
- IM and IM message attachment
- Web 2.0 control
- Content control
- Comprehensive reporting
- Bandwidth control
- Remote users
- Data Loss Prevention
Our comprehensive service in this area to our customers includes:-
- Evaluation of current and future requirements
- Audit of current level of protection
- Identification of gaps in Web security
- Reporting and cost analysis of options available
- Demonstrations
- Evaluation setup and monitoring
- Ongoing support and customer care
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