EdgeGuard

Trusted Remote Access in an Untrusted World

EdgeGuard is our patented enterprise security solution for proven secure remote access to centralized information resources with protection from unauthorized access, data leaks, and network intrusion. It securely and easily enables information sharing, telework, trusted enclaves in field, and mobile user access.

EdgeGuard enables a secure thin client connection

EdgeGuard converts almost any laptop or desktop computer into a trusted terminal. Nothing that resides on the user’s computer can cross over to the protected “trusted” network and nothing from “trusted” networks can cross over to the user’s computer. EdgeGuard is compatible with most VPNs, VDI environments, and SSL platforms without disruption to your existing infrastructure or operational processes.

EdgeGuard Benefits:

   
• Prevents unauthorized network access, data leaks, and network intrusions
   
• True layer 2 isolation for sessions with BorderGuard protected data centers
   
• Strong encryption and authentication - no reported vulnerabilities!
   
• Convenient and easy to install and operate
   
• Compatible with most open architecture computers and access terminals
   
• No session remnants left on endpoint computers
   
• Highly portable solutions
   
• Minimal impact to existing IT infrastructure or operational processes
   
• Supports most user authentication approaches (CAC/PIV, Secure ID, etc)
   
• Affordable secure network access solution that can extend utilization of legacy assets
 

EdgeGuard Feature Comparison

Versatile Form Factors Support Your Use Requirements

Virtual EdgeGuard: Installed software provides a stateless network session initiated by inserting an EdgeGuard security token. The user can then interact with their local desktop or the virtual EdgeGuard desktop. Because these desktops are completely isolated from one another, no data or malicious code can cross between them. Once the secure session is terminated, no transaction or session remnants are left on the PC.

Boot EdgeGuard: An end-user initiates a Boot EdgeGuard session by inserting our patent protected crypto device into any PC or laptop that supports booting from a USB device. When the device has booted, the end user is prompted to enter a unique PIN that unlocks the Boot EdgeGuard software and creates a stateless runtime environment. This runtime environment does not alter or make any persistent configuration changes to the underlying hardware or to the device’s original software environment. The native operating system is not used nor is the local hard drive accessed in any way.

EdgeGuard Terminal: A dedicated EdgeGuard enabled thin client terminal. These devices can be accredited for use in highly controlled environments.

EdgeGuard Client: Software installed on a controlled enterprise Windows based terminal is used to establish a secure connection to a BorderGuard protected network. Supports two-factor PKI session authentication, most user ID methods, and Active Directory user authentication.

Example EdgeGuard Solutions

Remote Access to Corporate Desktops.
Problem:  Employees require access to their corporate desktop from unknown locations, anywhere, any time.
Solution:  The Boot and Virtual EdgeGuard virtual desktop includes an icon for access to the employee’s desktop.  All work is done on the corporate network; no data will leave that network, and no malware will sneak in.

Healthcare – Remote Access from Non-Enterprise PCs.
Problem: A healthcare company needs to allow a doctor’s personal computer access to its systems in order to review patient’s health records, x-rays, schedules, and other private medical data.  Since these are not corporate-owned and maintained devices, the healthcare company cannot guarantee that the doctor’s computer is malware-free and hardened to protect patient information.
Solution: Doctors using Boot EdgeGuard can use any convenient computer for access to patient information.  Once the EdgeGuard device is removed, the computer is returned to its original state with no trace of the connection left behind and the healthcare enterprise is safe.

Civilian Government – Extranet Collaboration.
Problem:  A Government agency must provide access to case files to a large number of attorneys, law enforcement organizations, and subject matter experts.  It is critical that no information is removed from the secure centralized data center where the digital case files are housed.
Solution:  Boot EdgeGuard enables “extranet” users to access case files.  EdgeGuard’s authentication ensures only approved users are able to get into the systems. Restricting data from being written to the device or even printed eliminates the chance of data leakage.

Safe Internet Browsing.
Problem:  Executives and other individuals need access to social network Internet sites from the corporate network, but these sites are blocked by the corporate firewall.  Facebook and YouTube are generally blocked by corporate firewalls to keep malware out and prevent data leaks.
Solution: Employees use Virtual EdgeGuard to connect to an offsite BorderGuard with unrestricted Internet access.  Employees can use the browser on their EdgeGuard desktop to securely access any website.  Malware cannot infest the device or the network, nor can it compromise any data on the host PC.

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