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Check Point Software Technologies Ltd.

Type	Public (NASDAQ: CHKP)
Founded	1993
Headquarters	Tel Aviv, Israel (before may 2007 : Ramat Gan)
Key people	Gil Shwed, Founder, CEO Marius Nacht, Founder
Industry	Network security Computer software Computer hardware
Revenue	US$ 579.2 million (2005)^[1]
Net income	US$ 319.7 million (2005)^[1]
Employees	1,400 (2005?)
Slogan	We Secure The Internet
Website	www.checkpoint.com

Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ: CHKP) is a hardware and software company that is best known for its firewall and VPN products. The company was founded in 1993 in Ramat-Gan, Israel, by Gil Shwed, Shlomo Kramer, and Marius Nacht. The company has approximately 1400 employees. Check Point's development centers are located in Israel and in Belarus. They also have offices in Redwood City, California and in the Dallas, Texas area. Due to their heavy presence in the United States, the company often bills itself as being of a binational nature.

The company's primary product is FireWall-1/VPN-1, which as of 2003 maintained a dominant market share in the firewall industry. [1] as of 2007, Check Point offers a security solution to address the full spectrum of information security risk, from home users and small office to large distributed enterprise and ISP environments.

1 Acquisitions
2 Major products
3 Competitors
4 References
5 External links

Check Point acquired SofaWare Technologies in 1999. SofaWare was founded in 1999 in Ramat-Gan, Israel. SofaWare’s embedded software (which runs a scaled-down version of FireWall-1/VPN-1) powers Internet security appliances, DSL and Wi-Fi routers as well as broadband modems from companies such as Nokia, NEC and Toshiba, as well as Check Point’s Safe@Office and VPN-1 Edge security appliance.

Check Point acquired Zone Labs in 2004 ^[2]. In October, 2005, Check Point announced it would acquire Sourcefire, the developers of Snort for $225 million. Both the Department of Defense and the FBI objected to the acquisition due to national security concerns. The acquisition was pending during an investigation by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS), but was announced to have collapsed over security concerns related to the "Snort" software which guards some classified U.S. military and intelligence computers. [2] The acquisition has been since withdrawn [3].

Check Point announced in early 2007 that it has acquired Protect Data AB (PROT.ST)^[3] & Pointsec Mobile Technologies AB of Sweden. Pointsec is a provider of mobile device security. Pointsec delivers a solution for automatic data encryption on mobile devices. Check Point Software is the only information security vendor in the world with a focus on Pure Security.

Check Point announced in early 2007 that it has acquired NFR Security, a threat prevention and intrusion prevention (IPS) company. They created the "Network Flight Recorder" touted as a tamper-proof architecture and toolkit for building network traffic analysis and statistical event records. NFR was founded in 1996 by Marcus Ranum (former CTO) as a research enterprise focused on developing best of breed intrusion detection software. The software produced was originally made available for free on the Internet .

Check Point's headquarters is NBX, a building situated in Tel-Aviv, Israel.

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VPN-1 Power VPN-1 Power security gateways provide an active defense that secures the most demanding sites—such as core networks or data centers. VPN-1 Power gateways integrate firewall, VPN, and intrusion prevention technologies with advanced acceleration technologies to ensure that business information flows efficiently without compromising security. A central element of Check Point’s unified security architecture, VPN-1 Power adapts as new applications are introduced and new threats appear, delivering proactive protection for new technologies, such as VoIP or instant messaging and against whole classes of attacks. VPN-1 Power integrates with other Check Point solutions to simplify security management and deployment.
FireWall-1/VPN-1 Firewall/VPN Software running on open servers and various security appliances, including Nokia
VPN-1 MASS (Multi-Access Security Solution) provides a secure access solution for carriers deploying next generation infrastructures such as UMA and 3G I-WLAN and agnostic of the transport medium. VPN-1 MASS combines the ability to terminate massive amounts of IPSEC tunnels with the proven security of check point's firewall and intrusion prevention technologies to protect the carrier network.
Connectra A complete Web Security Gateway that combines SSL VPN connectivity, comprehensive endpoint security, and integrated intrusion prevention security in a single, unified solution. From the convenience of a web browser, remote users can securely access a wide range of enterprise applications using Connectra, providing users with a single point of access to web applications, email services and file shares. Connectra's integrated endpoint security protects information form spyware and malware and ensures information confidentiality on unmanaged endpoints. By combining SSL VPN connectivity and security in one solution, organizations can effectively deploy SSL VPN's safely and securely to a diverse set of users while ensuring the confidentiality and integrity of corporate information that is critical to business success. As part of the check Point unified security architecture, Connectra can be managed under a single management console,for administering, monitoring, updating, and reporting of an organizations security infrastructure reducing total cost of ownership.
IPS-1 Intrusion detection and Prevention with full Application Fingerprinting, Dynamic Worm Mitigation, OS Fingerprinting, Smart IP Reassembly, full IP v6 support, Context-based Protocol Anomaly detection, Advanced Signature based detection, Alert Flood Suppression, Application Intelligence and Adaptive Event Filtering, as well as granular n-code signature support and integration with Nessus and other 3d party Vulnerability Detection and SEM/SIM products.
Integrity Centrally managed endpoint security and network access control based on the defenses in Zone Alarm, the worlds most trusted PC security suite. It automatically updates antivirus and patches, terminates trojan horses and other malware, removes spyware, blocks hacker intrusions and ensures that both IT-managed and guest PC's are secure before they can connect to the enterprise network.
Safe@Office Safe@Office 500 for small business is a UTM appliance delivering enterprise-proven security protection for small businesses. All solutions include a Check Point patented Stateful Inspection firewall, VPN, policy controlled gateway antivirus, user-friendly Web-based management, optional integrated ADSL2/2+ modem and much more. All solutions can be managed locally by the small business or outsourced to a trusted third party. The Safe@Office 500W solution also includes an integrated secure wireless access point (802.11b, 801.11g and Super G compatible) and USB printer server.
VPN-1 Edge VPN-1 UTM Edge unified threat management (UTM) appliances provide enterprises with secure connectivity for their remote sites, such as branch offices, retail stores, and partner sites. By combining market-leading firewall, VPN, intrusion prevention, and antivirus technologies with advanced networking and connectivity features in a single solution, VPN-1 UTM Edge ensures remote sites stay as secure as the corporate site. VPN-1 UTM Edge is also managed by Check Point SMART (Security Management Architecture) management solutions, including SmartDefense Services, which protects against new threats by providing real-time defense updates and configuration advisories. VPN-1 UTM Edge Wireless (W) security appliances deliver the same security found in VPN-1 UTM Edge appliances with the highest levels of security for wireless networks. VPN-1 UTM Edge W appliances support multiple security protocols, including 802.1x, IPSec over WLAN, RADIUS, WPA2, and WEP authentication as well as up to 5 WLAN segments separated from the LAN for additional network security. VPN-1 UTM Edge is also available with an optional integrated ADSL2/2+ modem, which eliminates the need for additional equipment and simplifies multiple remote office deployments.
VPN-1 Edge Industrial VPN-1 UTM Edge Industrial unified threat management (UTM) appliances are a robust security gateways that blocks unauthorized access and attacks on industrial Ethernet and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) equipment on the production floor and mission critical networks. VPN-1 UTM Edge Industrial appliances comply with industrial mechanical specifications for varying temperatures, dust, and vibration, maximizing durability in harsh environments. In addition, VPN-1 UTM Edge Industrial is also managed by Check Point SMART (Security Management Architecture) management solutions, including SmartDefense Services, which protect against new threats by providing real-time defense updates and configuration advisories.
Security Management Portal (SMP) is a revolutionary service delivery platform that allows the delivery of comprehensive managed security services to small and medium businesses. It can scale to manage tens of thousands of Safe@Office appliances, which provide cost-effective security to small and medium businesses.
InterSpect Internal Network Security Appliance
ZoneAlarm Pro ZoneAlarm Pro is a comprehensive, user-friendly solution that is based on the most trusted personal firewall to keep out hackers, viruses, worms, spyware, and other threats. It protects privacy and identity at every level, from the deepest layers of an operating system to the real world by stopping hackers and criminals from stealing an identity or financial assets. It also prevents spyware from getting on a PC and removes spyware that’s already there, and offers extra protection from dangerous Web sites.
ZoneAlarm Z100G The ZoneAlarm Secure Wireless Router Z100G is the first comprehensive security solution for home networks. It combines unsurpassed security with an extended-range/super-fast wireless router and print server so a home network can be set up in just a few minutes without risking exposure to security threats. It’s a proven, solid line of defense against hacking attempts, spam attacks, phishing, viruses, and more in a user-friendly all-in-one solution.
SmartCenter Centralized Management Solution for Check Point Products. SmartCenter solutions enable organizations to perform all aspects of security management via a single management console. This comprehensive approach delivers the industry’s most advanced security management solution for minimizing security deployment TCO. Check Point offers various levels of management functionality with SmartCenter UTM and SmartCenter Power. SmartCenter UTM provides centralized policy management and log tracking. SmartCenter Power enhances SmartCenter UTM functionality by adding capabilities to streamline security management for the most complex environments.
Provider-1 Provider-1 is a multi-domain security management solution designed for customers with complex security policy requirements. For example, enterprises often have corporate security policies that must be tailored to local branch needs. Data center and Managed Service Providers (MSPs) need to securely manage large-scale systems with many different customers and access locations. Provider-1 streamlines security management for these environments by segmenting complex security policies into more manageable subgroups to match functional, geographic, or other logical groupings.
Eventia Analyser Security Event Management Eventia Analyzer is a comprehensive security event management solution that automatically prioritizes events for decisive, intelligent action. Eventia Analyzer provides centralized, real-time correlation of log data from Check Point products—as well as third-party network and security devices.
Eventia Reporter Security Report Management Eventia Reporter is a centralized security reporting system that enables security managers to view all data from all Check Point products via a single console. With Eventia Reporter, security administrators can access multiple graphical reports on security, network and end user activity, to help them make informed decisions related to resource allocation, security optimization and regulatory compliance.
VPN-1 VSX NGX VPN-1 Power VSX is a virtualized security gateway that allows virtualized enterprises and managed service providers to create up to 250 virtual systems—including firewall, VPN, and intrusion prevention functionality within a virtual network environment—on a single, highly scalable hardware platform. It reduces administrative and capital costs by minimizing security hardware investments and rack space requirements; simplifying provisioning and perimeter security policy management; and making it easier to segment internal networks. VPN-1 Power VSX also improves enterprise security by enabling more granular control of network access and reducing rule base errors.
FireWall-1 GX a dedicated solution to protect GPRS and UMTS networks from attack. Leveraging the technologies found in the market-leading VPN-1 family, FireWall-1 GX blocks illegitimate traffic from even entering the network. With full GPRS tunneling protocol (GTP) awareness, it enables cellular providers to gain granular control over what is allowed over the network. FireWall-1 GX is managed by SmartCenter to reduce the complexity of security management.
UTM-1 Product released in January 2007 combining firewall, VPN, anti-virus (CA), web filtering (SurfControl) running as an appliance based on Crossbeam C2 or C6. UTM-1 appliances deliver proven, tightly integrated security features to provide the perfect blend of simplicity and security. Based on the same Check Point technologies that secure the Fortune 100, UTM-1 appliances deliver uncompromising levels of security, while streamlining deployment and administration. UTM-1 appliances offer a complete set of security features including firewall, intrusion prevention, antivirus, anti-spyware, Web application firewall, VoIP security, instant messaging (IM) and peer-to-peer (P2P) blocking, and Web filtering, as well as secure site-to-site and remote access connectivity.

         Features include:
         ■ Industry’s most proven firewall secures hundreds of applications and protocols
         ■ Secure site-to-site connectivity and remote access
         ■ Integrated intrusion prevention and gateway antivirus and Web filtering
         ■ Web application firewall and gateway anti-spyware protection
         ■ Intuitive hardware setup, diagnostic, and recovery tools
         ■ Fully centralized management including policies, updates, monitoring, and reporting

VPN-1 UTM VPN-1 UTM is a unified threat management software solution that scales for enterprises of all sizes, helping customers to simplify security deployments by consolidating proven security functions within a single solution. It combines firewall, intrusion prevention, antivirus, anti-spyware, Web application firewall, VoIP security, instant messaging (IM) and peer-to-peer (P2P) blocking, Web filtering, as well as secure site-to-site and remote access connectivity. Using the same proven Check Point security technologies that secure the Fortune 100, VPN-1 UTM gives customers a fully integrated security solution that they can rely on. Check Point’s SmartCenter management interface, based on the NGX unified management platform, gives administrators centralized control of all security components across the entire network, reducing management overhead and complexity.
SecurePlatform SecurePlatform™ is an optimized, prehardened Linux-based operating system (OS) that enables Check Point security gateway and management solutions to be deployed on open systems quickly and efficiently. It optimizes security performance and includes a set of tools that ease set up and network configuration, thus reducing the total cost of ownership for security gateways and security management servers.