Threat Vector Series - Network Protection for Midsize Companies

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Network Security for Midsize OrganizationsYour network is one of five vulnerabilities faced by midsize organizations. Protecting your company against unauthorized user access, intrusions, etc., should be part of a total security solution that also addresses the other vulnerabilities you face: email, the web, systems, and data. But whether you want to address all five areas or In the News concentrate on network protection, McAfee has proven products and a dedicated A small regional bank with 15 branch focus to meet the requirements of your organization.offices in the Southwestern US was hacked by cybercriminals, who stole bank account numbers, created new PINs, and fabricated debit cards. Network Protection that Never SleepsImpact: Significant cash lost, customer Strong network security-particularly at the gateway-is critical, and yet most midsized businesses confidence eroded after apologies aren't even aware of the number of threats or vulnerabilities that exist on their networks. These days, sent to every single customer. a significant source of network attacks can come from within. At one supplier of point-of-sale kits for fast-food chains, a fired worker wreaked his revenge by seeding malware on his ex-employer's computer Key Facts network from his home PC. The assault affected 25 servers at different restaurant locations and resulted Fact: Some small and medium-size in $49,000 in clean-up costs.businesses claim that as much as ®50 percent of their network bandwidth McAfee network security products empower businesses like yours by enabling you to:is wasted on malware, botnet activities, and other improper traffic. . Gain greater visibility across the network-Get a real-time view of what users are doing on the Fact: Industry analysts believe that up network and compare it against security and business policies to minimize legal liabilityto 70 percent of company firewalls . Eliminate unauthorized access-Allow only authorized users and devices and prevent noncompliant are configured incorrectly, creating security gaps in networks that systems from accessing or infecting your corporate networkcompanies believe are protected. . Create impenetrable protection layers-Implement a fully integrated solution, including intrusion Fact: One in three small and medium- prevention, firewalls, VPNs, and web and mail filteringsize organizations believes that a . severe malware attack would put Leverage real-time intelligence-Use McAfee Global Threat Intelligence to advise your network of them out of business. threats before they are even created
15 Minutes a Day to Network Security (and Complete Protection)The McAfee "15 Minutes a Day" approach to securing the network is built on a daily practice that's designed to help you minimize risk of outbreaks while allowing the right level of flexibility. It includes steps to protect your network from zero-day threats, isolate infected guest devices, and monitor the network to accurately assess behaviors and threats. By reviewing a central dashboard and reports, ®such as those provided by McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator , you can determine protection levels, ensure your perimeter filters are current with the latest protection available, and achieve the best balance of permissions and restrictions across the network. With McAfee products you can:. Review network-based incidents. Update network protection. Monitor perimeter security protection
To learn more about how you can protect your network including detailed step-by-step instructions for implementing total security in just 15 minutes a day, visit www.mcafee.com/mid/secure15
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