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ManageEngine expands self-service password management

ManageEngine announced that ADSelfService Plus, its integrated Active Directory (AD) solution for self-service passwords and single sign-on, supports self-service passwords management for Linux end users. ADSelfService Plus now allows end users to reset their passwords and unlock their accounts in AD from the Linux machine login screen.

When end users forget passwords, their performance decreases because a technician or administrator needs a long time to verify identity and reset passwords. According to Forrester Research estimates, the average cost of resetting a single password performed by the support service is about $ 70, while Gartner estimates that between 20% and 50% of all support calls fall to a password reset.

To avoid this cost, organizations must provide end users with the ability to quickly reset their passwords independently, regardless of the support service. This option should be available when users most often realize that they have forgotten their passwords — the login screen of desktops or laptops, regardless of the platform they use.

“The self-service solution with password management can solve this problem, but it will be effective only if it is available to all users in the organization – no matter what computer or mobile platform they use,” said Partiban Paramasivam, director of ADSelfService Plus product management. “The latest version of ADSelfService Plus provides end users with the ability to reset their passwords from their Linux computers, in addition to Windows, macOS and mobile devices running Android and iOS. This provides all users with access to self-service. the ability to reset the password 24/7″.

Using the ADSelfService Plus solution, companies get a cost-effective way to reduce password-related requests and reduce support department workload while maintaining user productivity. The key points of managing self-service passwords for Linux in ADSelfService Plus include:

-Support multi-factor authentication methods, including email-based OTP, SMS-based OTP, Duo Security, RSA SecurID, Google Authenticator, and biometric authentication, for increased security.

-Ability to notify end users and IT administrators via email and SMS, as well as automatically create a request in the support service solution after a successful password reset.

-Support real-time password synchronization to synchronize passwords in Active Directory, Office 365, G Suite, Salesforce, and other corporate applications.

-Support for blacklist of passwords and other advanced password policy settings.

-Audit reports to monitor who uses the self-service functionality, where and when.

ADSelfService Plus is an Active Directory-integrated password management and self-service solution for single sign-on. This system offers opportunities for self-management of passwords, setting reminders for the expiration of passwords, self-updating of the catalog, use of a password synchronizer in various platforms, as well as single sign-on for cloud applications.

ManageEngine is a division of Zoho Corporation, which includes software solutions for managing IT in small and medium businesses. Zoho Corporation offers a wide range of solutions for corporate use. Zoho Corporation software is divided into 5 main areas: data center management, network performance management, Windows infrastructure management, security management, and IT service management.

A full-featured 30-day trial version is available for download.

For questions about the acquisition of ManageEngine solutions, you can contact the sales and development department of AXOFT Ukraine by phone +38 044 201 03 03 or by e-mail: sales@axoft.ua

Maxon has released a test performance CPU CINEBENCH R20

Over the past years, Cinebench R15 has been one of the most popular benchmarks for determining the “raw” processing power of the processor. It is expected that in more than five years since its release this test has become outdated, and the speed of the CPU has grown significantly. Maxone CINEBENCH R15 has been one of the main CPU reviews since its release back in September 2013.

All this prompted the Maxon developer company to prepare a new version of the tool – Cinebench R20. He lost the OpenGL subtest, which measures GPU performance, but the processor benchmark uses a more complex scene, rendering which will require 8 times more CPU processing power and four times more RAM than for Cinebench R15. Please note that the rating scale has also undergone significant changes, so the results from R15 and R20 are not comparable.

CinebenchR20 uses the same powerful 3D engine as Cinema 4D Release 20 (Cinema 4DR20) to accurately assess the performance of the CPU rendering on various systems and platforms.

According to the creators, the Cinebench R20 uses new features of modern Intel and AMD processors, as well as the technology of ray tracing Intel Embree, which allows you to visualize the same scene twice as fast. A fresh benchmark will make them sweat both existing and future processors, allowing them to evaluate the effectiveness of the cooling system, and whether the computer is able to handle complex 3D tasks.

Cinebench R20 is available in versions for PCs running Windows and Apple Macs.

Cinebench is a cross-platform test suite that evaluates the hardware capabilities of your computer.

About Maxon

Maxon Computer is a developer of professional solutions for 3D modeling, drawing, animation and rendering. Her products, Cinema 4D and BodyPaint 3D, are used to create stunning visual effects in major feature films, television shows and commercials, advanced solutions for AAA games, as well as medical illustration, architectural and industrial design.

For questions about the acquisition of Maxon solutions, you can contact the sales and development department of AXOFT Ukraine by phone +38 044 201 03 03 or by e-mail: sales@axoft.ua

F-Secure won awards from the AV-TEST Institute for the best protection

F-Secure Protection Service for Business (PSB) and F-Secure SAFE have been thoroughly tested by AV-TEST to receive awards.

“F-Secure SAFE and PSB Computer Protection products provided the highest level of security services during 2018, which AV-TEST recognized as its Best Protection 2018 award,” says AV-TEST technical director Mike Morgenstern.

AV-TEST tests solutions for Windows platforms on a monthly basis and awards the award for best protection for solutions that work best throughout the year. AV-TEST experts evaluate security products that protect against real threats, rather than theoretically evaluated in simulated testing conditions.

Tests are based on the use of many types of attacks, these are attacks using infected emails, downloads from websites, zero-day malware and others. Companies need to be sure that all their devices are protected from all threats, such as extortionists and data breaches. Consumers get a complete peace of mind with protection from viruses, Trojans, extortionists, knowing that their Internet banking is protected and that their whole family can safely use the Internet.

Mika Stolberg, CTO of F-Secure, proudly notes that “the strict testing process of AV-TEST shows how we try when it comes to protecting people and businesses. It’s great to be recognized for all our hard work, and we’re the best again.”

F-Secure has laboratories with a world-class research team and an active threat research team that uses attack techniques to identify and anticipate emerging threats. F-Secure uses a combination of both human experience and artificial intelligence to protect its clients: consultants on four continents respond to incidents, examine and eliminate data leaks.

“I think these victories show our continued commitment to protecting people and organizations who trust us,” Stolberg comments. “We would not have received this recognition from AV-TEST seven times without our constant investments in the best personnel and the creation of the best protection technologies that meet consistently high standards. Day after day, year after year”, he concluded.

About AV-TEST

AV-TEST is an independent provider of IT security and antivirus research services, focusing on detecting and analyzing the latest malware and using it in comprehensive comparative testing of security products.

About F-Secure

F-Secure is a manufacturer of software solutions for protecting against viruses, spyware, trojans, worms, spam and unauthorized intrusions. The company also produces security solutions for workstations, servers, gateways, smartphones and other mobile devices.

For questions about the acquisition of F-Secure solutions, you can contact the sales and development department of AXOFT Ukraine by phone +38 044 201 03 03 or by e-mail: sales@axoft.ua

MDaemon Announces SecurityGateway for Email Servers

MDaemon Technologies has announced the release of SecurityGateway for Email Servers Version 6.0, which includes a new cloud-based enterprise-class security gateway service and fully managed dedicated end-user servers, MSP, VAR, system integrators and IT consultants. Flexible uses of both local software and new cloud-based email security services include an extended and customizable Data Loss Prevention (DLP) rule set to isolate outgoing messages and protect the company from sending confidential or confidential information by email. And adding integrated e-mail archiving at no extra cost provides customers with affordable, flexible, and easy-to-use features to protect mail servers located anywhere in the world, the company said.

“We are pleased to share many years of experience in the field of email security and management, in order to offer our clients and partners a new cloud service, without requiring them to make expensive investments in equipment and infrastructure. By adding this new service, expanding our data leakage prevention functions and integrating archiving without increasing the cost of the product, we continue to offer customers unrivaled value,” said Kevin Beatty, vice president of marketing and business development.

MDaemon SecurityGateway for email servers includes several antivirus engines and proactive outbreak defense technology for detecting viruses, spam, phishing, spyware, and various types of business e-mail compromise threats. Along with the quarantine of incoming and outgoing email, SecurityGateway provides accurate delivery and receipt of legitimate email.

About MDaemon Technologies:

MDaemon Technologies is developing email security software. The company was founded in 1996. Its products are trusted by organizations in more than 140 countries and in 25 languages. The company’s flagship products, MDaemon Messaging Server and SecurityGateway for email servers, can be deployed in virtual, hosted or private local environments. The company’s products include the latest security technology and require minimal support and administration for operation and maintenance.

For questions about the purchase of MDaemon solutions, you can contact the sales and development department of AXOFT Ukraine by phone +38 044 201 03 03 or by e-mail: sales@axoft.ua

Paessler and Martello become strategic partners

Paessler AG and Savision, a subsidiary of network performance management solutions leader, Martello Technologies Group joined the Paessler Uptime Alliance to offer PRTG users a consolidated view of all IT systems from a single control panel using software. The alliance, first announced in April 2018, is designed to help partners integrate comprehensive, advanced IT infrastructure monitoring into their offerings to prevent downtime of critical IT systems.

PRTG is a one-stop monitoring solution that lets IT professionals know at any time what is happening across their entire IT infrastructure, including networks, systems, equipment, applications, and devices. PRTG is one of the world’s leading IT monitoring solutions.

Martello Savision iQ software translates infrastructure and application monitoring data into dashboards that automate and integrate IT operations with IT service management workflows. Savision iQ integrates with more than 35 applications, including the PRTG enterprise IT infrastructure monitoring solution.

Savision iQ and PRTG’s integrated integration provides a solution that detects, analyzes, and even solves IT problems before they become a problem. The combined solution collects information from several sources, such as monitoring tools, cloud platforms and ITSM systems. PRTG monitors the entire IT package around the clock and sends questions and anomalies to Savision iQ. These problems are correlated and analyzed using automated workflows for troubleshooting and troubleshooting. Savision iQ is designed to handle large amounts of data, allowing you to display and view multiple PRTG instances on a single panel. This makes the solution suitable for networks of all sizes.

Container Virtualization and Development Security

Virtualization is the partitioning of a hardware server into several virtual machines (VMs). As a result, computing power is distributed among several “users.”

In simple terms, virtualization resembles a high-speed train, in which many passengers travel at once. They actually share the cost of fuel and vehicle maintenance, use it as needed and save space on the roads (compared to the situation where everyone could choose their own car instead of a train).

Virtualization is controlled by a software component called the hypervisor. It abstracts the VM from the hardware, so the user application does not know what works in the virtual environment.

This leads to the main advantage of virtualization: a virtual machine can be transferred from one server to another together with the operating system and applications.

How containers work

In the case of containers, it is not the hardware that is broken into individual components, but the operating system. Containers are an isolated environment for an application that contains everything necessary for its work, for example, program libraries, files and metadata.

It is possible to draw an analogy with sea containers, with the help of which individual shipments are transported on ships, wagons or trains. Software containers are modules with code that performs a specific task. Containers simplify assembly, testing and deployment pipelines in DevOps.

DevOps (development operations) is a methodology that began in 2009 and is aimed at the interaction of programmers and system administrators to increase the frequency of releases.

What is container management systems?

The container management system (orchestration system) is a web-based administration panel that manages the operation of containers. An example would be the open platform Kubernetes, developed by Google. There are other solutions – Docker, Rancher, OpenShift, and so on.

These solutions are needed for flexible scaling of the virtual infrastructure. These systems manage the “schedule” (they say when to start this or that service) and distribute the load on the servers so that computing resources are used evenly.

Developers and system administrators can finally agree on one thing – containers give developers the opportunity to experiment without any risks and restrictions. Virtual containers are directories (if you are a Windows supporter, you can call them folders), which are securely isolated from the rest of the operating system space. In essence, a container is a secure development system that shares the most important files with the host operating system, while allowing the developer to create an application without fear of possible negative consequences for the host. The container is equipped with its own IP-address, identifier, file system (only a few files are “borrowed” from the host) and the level of execution.

Everyone is already accustomed to the fact that system administrators and software developers are constantly arguing with each other about user rights, application rights, access with administrator privileges, application hosting, and requirements for allocated disk space. Container virtualization removes all these contradictions, except for the question of disk space. System administrators retain the privilege of allocating disk space for containers, but in other matters, developers administer their container as they wish. They can reload the container when they like, install any software and perform any tests and experiments without fear of disturbing the host.

What else makes containers so attractive for developers is the ability to debug the application in exactly the same environment in which it will be used. Traditionally, debugging is carried out in an environment that has a number of differences from industrial – a different processor architecture (for example, fewer cores), differences in versions of the basic software, a different schedule for installing updates.

These unpleasant differences create problems in software support that can drive an administrator crazy. Developers prefer to build applications using the latest versions of the software used. But working environment administrators will not allow to put such versions, as they have questions regarding stability and the presence of vulnerabilities, and these questions are quite fair, especially to software at the beta stage.

However, the use of containers removes a number of similar difficulties in debugging software on an industrial system. Developers can use the latest versions of the necessary tools and check the stability of their work. All possible vulnerabilities are “locked” in the container and do not carry risks for the industrial system.

However, the use of containers removes a number of similar difficulties in debugging software on an industrial system. Developers can use the latest versions of the necessary tools and check the stability of their work. All possible vulnerabilities are “locked” in the container and do not carry risks for the industrial system.

It is worth noting that Docker is one of the most popular container systems. It is an open platform that gives developers and system administrators the ability to create, distribute and execute distributed applications. In Docker containers, applications can run on any operating system. Using Docker allows you to accelerate the development of applications and reduce the time they prepare to start selling users.

Development safety

Important and necessary in the coming years, as the speed of development grows, cybersecurity shifts closer to the beginning of the cycle, and now developers are faced with the task of identifying threats and protecting them from the product not only during its launch, but also before the development cycle begins. Security solutions must be designed to successfully protect various environments (physical, virtual, and cloud), ensure that IT security and DevOps work closely together, and contribute to the consolidation of security tools and regulatory requirements, without interfering with development processes. With the growth of DevOps, new sources of vulnerabilities are emerging, and a larger segment of the business needs protection. This is where developers come to the aid of a new solution from Trend Micro, which expands the possibilities of protecting containers with the launch of Deep Security Smart Check.

Deep Security Smart Check helps DevOps experts ensure the safety of their development by quickly and continuously scanning for threats and vulnerabilities, a single control panel, notifications and scanning logs, thereby fulfilling the requirements of regulators. The Smart Check solution is optimized for leading container platforms with Docker API 2.0 support, such as the Docker Trusted Registry, Amazon Elastic Container Registry, Azure Container Registry and Google Container Registry; it also integrates with leading SIEM systems and orchestration tools, such as Jenkins, Kubernetes, SumoLogic, Splunk, etc.

If you are a developer, then you should try out the containers in your work. If you are a system administrator, then you should allow the use of these isolated environments in the systems you support, and Smart Check solutions allow architects and developers to embed security as code into applications before they are deployed, effectively providing protection in the early stages of development, and at the same time reducing the number of manual operations using automatic image scanning for new vulnerabilities and malware.

Avast Awarded Product of the Year by AV-Comparatives Safety Testing Lab

Avast Free Antivirus was awarded the Product of the Year 2018 by one of the most prestigious AV-Comparatives testing laboratories in the industry. The “Product of the Year” award is awarded to an antivirus product that consistently demonstrates the best results throughout the year. Although the cost of the product is not included in the test evaluation criteria, with this award Avast Free Antivirus surpassed all paid security products tested by AV-Comparatives.

AV-Comparatives is an independent testing laboratory known for rigorous testing of security software products.

“AV-Comparatives is one of the leading independent antivirus testing agencies in the industry, so winning the“ Product of the Year ”award is the same as winning the world championship in antivirus products. The recognition of Avast Free Antivirus as “Product of the Year” is testimony to our technological leadership in the field of cyber security, ”said Ondrej Vlchek, CTO, Executive Vice President and Manager of the Avast consumer business unit. “Whether it is new types of crypto mining attacks, banking trojans or increasingly sophisticated phishing campaigns, the complexity of the threats is constantly evolving. In 2018, we saw the dawn of artificial intelligence and the growth of IoT devices as a growing target for hackers. To stay ahead of these threats requires constant technical progress and innovation, and this is exactly what we are concentrating on at Avast. ” The full report can be viewed on the AV-Comparatives website.

Avast was named the winner of the well-deserved award “Product of the Year” after he received the Advanced + classification in each test conducted by AV-Comparatives in 2018, receiving a high rating of protection against real threats. Reviewers also praised Avast Free Antivirus for its clear, modern, touch-friendly interface and the comprehensive Smart Scan feature. In addition to this top award, Avast also received a gold award for its anti-malware test.

Every year, AV-Comparatives tests about 18 security-compatible Windows products as part of its annual security report. All products are tested for their ability to: protect against real threats, detect malware, provide protection without slowing down the PC, and remove malware that has already infected the PC. The highly coveted “Product of the Year” award is awarded to a product that receives the highest overall scores for all tests in a series of core tests for government consumers.

The award-winning basic anti-malware technology Avast Free Antivirus is also included in the consumer safety product family: Avast Internet Security, Avast Premier and Avast Ultimate, as well as the Avast Business Endpoint offering.

About Avast:

Avast is a global leader in digital security products. With hundreds of millions of users online, Avast offers Avast and AVG brands that protect people from online threats and the changing IoT threat environment. The company’s threat detection network is one of the most advanced in the world, using machine learning and artificial intelligence technologies to detect and prevent threats in real time.

To purchase SolarWinds solutions, please contact AXOFT Ukraine Sales and Development Department by phone +38 044 201 03 03 or by e-mail: sales@axoft.ua

SolarWinds Announces Free Flow Tool Bundle, Designed to Streamline Complex Network Management

SolarWinds, the leading provider of powerful and affordable IT management software, today introduced the SolarWinds® Flow Tool Bundle, a set of free analysis tools designed for quick distribution, testing and customization. NetFlow Traffic Analyzer, which helps technology professionals to get a more complete picture of their network infrastructure. Created to support their industry-leading network management portfolio, 1 the SolarWinds streaming toolkit is immediately available and can be installed on Windows® 7, 8 and 10, Windows Server® 2012 R2, 2016 and 2019.

“The development and accessibility of the Flow Tool Bundle demonstrates our continued commitment to providing free tools to the professional community of technology developers,” said Brandon Schopp, vice president of product management and strategy at SolarWinds. “By interacting with our users in forums such as THWACK, we can create products designed to meet the needs of modern technical professionals by providing them with the tools to succeed in dynamic and distributed environments.”

Main features of the Free Flow Tool Bundle

Package SolarWinds Flow Tool Bundle:

• NetFlow Replicator can help technicians more easily distribute stream data across multiple recipients to analyze traffic or security and customize random sampling of stream data packets to help reduce the load on the monitored system and collector.

• NetFlow Generator simulates network flow data so technicians can test and verify their configurations. This feature is especially useful when testing the behavior of more complex network objects, such as load balancers, firewall rules, and alert conditions.

• NetFlow Configurator remotely configures and activates NetFlow v5 on supported Cisco® devices. With this tool, technicians can easily set up a router to send NetFlow records to their collector.

Try now download Flow Tool Bundle for free↵

About SolarWinds

SolarWinds is a leading provider of powerful and affordable IT infrastructure management software. SolarWinds products provide organizations around the world, regardless of the type, size, or complexity of their IT infrastructure, the ability to monitor and control the performance of their IT environments, whether locally, in the cloud, or in hybrid models.

To purchase SolarWinds solutions, please contact AXOFT Ukraine Sales and Development Department by phone +38 044 201 03 03 or by e-mail: sales@axoft.ua

Microsoft announces the release of a new version of Windows

Microsoft plans to release a new version of the server operating system for industry use – Windows Server IoT 2019. The new version will introduce several new features, and improvements to existing ones, including:

∗ System analytics

∗ Hybrid Cloud

∗ Working with container network connections using Kubernetes

∗ Group managed service accounts for containers

∗ Ability to encrypt virtual networks

With the release of the next Windows Server 2019, the “for Embedded Systems” brand in the product name will be replaced with “IoT”. Release is scheduled for March 4, 2019.

Windows Server IoT 2019 will be released in six different versions, among them:

∗Windows Server IoT 2019 Standard

∗Windows Server IoT 2019 Datacenter

∗Windows Server IoT 2019 Essentials

∗Windows Server IoT 2019 Telecommunications

∗Windows Server IoT 2019 for Storage Standard

∗Windows Server IoT 2019 for Storage Workgroup

More information about the new features Windows Server 2019 is possible on the Microsoft website.