-- nGenius Network Security Adaptor Improves the Dependability of Network-
Based Intrusion Detection Systems by Reducing False Positives and False
Negatives --
WESTFORD, Mass., Oct. 28 --
NetScout Systems (Nasdaq: NTCT), a leading provider of network performance
management solutions today announced a new offering that allows enterprises to
improve returns on their investments in network-based intrusion detection
systems (NIDS). The new, patent-pending nGenius(TM) Network Security Adaptor
will apply NetScout's proven traffic performance management technology to
improve the dependability of NIDS results by providing flexibility, focus and
forensics. The nGenius Network Security Adaptor is the latest example of
offerings being introduced under NetScout's Common Data Model (CDM) initiative
for reducing the complexities and total cost of ownership associated with
deploying multiple network management tools in a shared environment.
The nGenius Network Security Adaptor works by allowing any NIDS to tap
network data streams via NetScout Probes. This simple, yet effective option
gives network security managers the flexibility to strategically locate their
NIDS sensors at the edge of the network, tapping into WAN link technologies
such as Frame Relay and gaining visibility into all incoming network traffic.
The nGenius Network Security Adaptor also allows network security managers to
utilize nGenius features to focus the attention of the NIDS on the most
relevant data streams, thereby helping reduce the false positives and false
negatives that come with processing high volumes of complex traffic. For
example, bandwidth-hogging traffic such as streaming audio and streaming
video, proprietary applications, Voice-Over-IP and Voice-Over Frame Relay can
all be optionally omitted. In addition, the solution includes audit trail
support via the packet capture/analysis and baseline/trend reporting
capabilities of the nGenius System, providing forensic backup for analyzing
and corroborating NIDS alarms.
"Intrusion detection is the next explosive growth area of the enterprise
network security market; our research shows that growth in IDS purchases will
outpace growth in firewall purchases over the next year," says Jeff Wilson,
executive director for Infonetics Research. "NetScout's nGenius Network
Security Adaptor is delivering strong, complementary value where enterprises
and IDS vendors need it. By enhancing the ability of existing IDSs to perform
optimally in high traffic environments and reducing their probability of
generating false results, both enterprises and their IDS vendors will
benefit."
"NetScout is filling a clear void in what is offered from today's NIDS.
Corporate America and Governmental branches will need to aggressively assess
their current IT security measures, leveraging their current security
investments as they scramble to 'harden' their perimeters. NetScout's
filtering approach is right in line with the market demand and direction,"
said Mike Schultz, executive vice president for Innerwall, an IT security
consultancy and developer of next generation security products. "The nGenius
Network Security Adaptor, particularly on T3/E3 WAN probes, pushes security
visibility out to the edge of the network where attacks typically emanate. By
focusing analysis at this point of the network, security professionals can
better understand the profile and nature of attacks they are experiencing
while optimizing the results of the firewall and the NIDS."
"The nGenius Network Security Adaptor is yet another innovative
application of the principle behind our CDM initiative to reduce management
clutter," said Michael Szabados, senior vice president of Product Operations,
NetScout Systems. "Customers can take advantage of the nGenius Probe to not
only collect information for troubleshooting and capacity planning, but also
to use the same data stream as an audit trail for security forensics. This
produces a very compelling investment strategy for enterprises that are trying
to achieve the best possible results for their network and security technology
investments."
Pricing and Availability
The nGenius Network Security Adaptor starts at $2,000 as a value added
option with the purchase of NetScout Probes. The option is available
immediately for the nGenius T3/E3 WAN probe with the HSSI interface, and will
be made available throughout NetScout's family of probe products in the
future. For additional product or ordering information about nGenius
solutions, call NetScout Systems at 1-800-657-7666 or visit their website
http://www.netscout.com.
About NetScout Systems, Inc.
NetScout Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: NTCT) is a market leader and pioneer of
integrated network performance management solutions for leading companies and
service providers worldwide. NetScout's offerings are based upon its
nGenius(TM) Performance Management System, an integrated solution of advanced
monitoring and reporting applications that draw on the rich performance data
generated by NetScout's real-time, application-aware probes, advanced
intelligent software agents and other network devices. The nGenius System
helps organizations increase their return on infrastructure investments by
optimizing the performance of their network and applications. NetScout is
headquartered in Westford, Massachusetts and has offices in North America,
Europe and Asia. Further information on the company is available on the World
Wide Web at http://www.netscout.com.
NetScout, nGenius, and the NetScout logo are registered trademarks of
NetScout Systems, Inc. ART MIB, Because the network is the business and CDM
are trademarks of NetScout Systems, Inc. NetScout reserves the right, at its
sole discretion, to make changes at any time in its technical information,
specifications, and service and support programs.
For further information:
Peggy Flynn Dawn Sullivan or Tim King
NetScout Systems Schwartz Communications, Inc.
(978) 614-4162 (781) 684-0770
flynnp@netscout.com netscout@schwartz-pr.com
SOURCE NetScout Systems
Web site: http://www.netscout.com
CONTACT: Peggy Flynn of NetScout Systems, +1-978-614-4162,
flynnp@netscout.com; or Dawn Sullivan or Tim King, both of
Schwartz Communications, Inc., +1-781-684-0770,
netscout@schwartz-pr.com