Provider of enterprise threat protection services achieves OPSEC certification for SurfControl Web Filter 5.0 from Check Point Software Technologies.

SurfControl, a provider of enterprise threat protection services, today announced that SurfControl Web Filter 5.0 has achieved OPSEC (Open Platform for Security) certification from Check Point Software Technologies Ltd., a provider of Internet security services.

OPSEC certification gives a recognized confirmation that SurfControl Web Filter 5.0 for Check Point FireWall-1 has passed a rigorous course of tests to assure that it seamlessly integrates with Check Point's Internet security solutions. The combined solutions shield enterprises from the complete spectrum of Internet threats including spyware, Trojans, viruses, phishing attacks and other inappropriate downloads. SurfControl Web Filter for Check Point FireWall-1 increases an enterprise's overall security posture and extends the value of the existing firewall infrastructure by providing a better understanding of the activities of trusted insiders accessing the Web.

"Our customers face increasing pressure to quickly deploy multi-layered defenses that effectively interoperate to protect their organizations. The OPSEC framework has set the standard for interoperability," said Paul Weinstein, Vice President, Business Development for Check Point Software Technologies. "Through our open architecture and investment in relationships with technology providers such as SurfControl, we're able to offer enterprises a true best-of-breed solution built on the most comprehensive security architecture available on the market today."

"Enterprises require multi-layered, integrated security solutions combined with detailed, accessible security information to continually identify new and emerging threats, proactively protect their organizations," said Jim Murphy, Vice President of Product Marketing for SurfControl. "By working with industry-leaders such as Check Point and providing third-party validation such as our OPSEC certification, we are empowering customers to optimize the use of the Internet to achieve their business goals while helping to protect against financial loss, legal liability, and confidential data leakage."