ScanSafe's Spyware Screening is fully managed service that works alongside of Web Virus Scanning, providing targeted protection against malware threats that use deception, particularly stealth spyware, adware and phishing attacks.
Spyware is the fastest growing threat vector facing organizations today, and unlike other desktop anti-spyware solutions we adopt a ‘prevention is better than cure' approach, blocking all types of malware before they can enter the corporate network.
ScanSafe is unique in that it also screens outbound traffic for spyware activity. This means you can block leaks of confidential information, identify infected desktops and focus your remediation efforts
The Problem
Malicious code writers are increasingly focused on gaining financial advantage. This has been most evident in the rise of spyware and adware programs: attacks that use stealth to monitor user activity, typically for financial benefit.
As stealth programs don't draw attention to themselves, they are able to work unchallenged in the background. Exploits range from targeted adverts to stealing confidential information and passwords. By the time most administrators realize they have a problem with spyware the damage is already done. Often the greatest cost is in remediation and employee downtime, the loss of employee confidence in your systems and the creation of unnecessary network traffic.
The Evidence
12% of PC support calls are Spyware related (Dell)
Two of the top four IT security concerns include phishing attacks and spyware (Gartner)
Cyber criminals taking £2.5bn from UK business – (National High Tech Crime Unit)
Opinion
“ScanSafe was selected to provide a further layer of security for us. We adopt a policy that it is better to prevent email, Web page borne viruses and spam from entering our systems at all rather than letting them in and then dealing with them through our existing internal security systems.”
David Jones, Head of IT, National Express
Features & Benefits
Why Spyware Screening?
Proactive blocking of spyware and adware before it reaches your network
Eliminate downtime and remediation of infected desktops cost
Reduce patching and updates
Protection from zero-hour threats and fraud through phishing
Service Features
Up-to-date protection from latest phishing, adware and spyware
Specify allowed ad sponsored software from comprehensive list
Forensic audit of infected computers to improve detection and clean up rates
Customized alert pages and forensic auditing and reporting
ScanSafe managed services protect and mange all aspects of web security, the services include:
