Check Point IPS-1
Check Point IPS-1 continues to serve customers that require a dedicated appliance, while Check Point emphasizes its new IPS software blade for customers interested in a multi-function security gateway that offers a lower total cost of ownership. (4/6/2010)
Cisco IPS Series, Version 7.0
The new global correlation capabilities in Version 7.0 of the Cisco IPS 4200 Series software has been well received in the market since its launch in early 2009. Cisco claims that it makes the IPS twice as effective at stopping malware. (4/6/2010)
IBM ISS Proventia Network Intrusion Prevention System
The IBM Proventia Network Intrusion Prevention System continues to perform well in independent testing and now addresses Web application security, but it has lost some mindshare due to IBM’s emphasis on wrapping services around the product. (2/26/2010)
McAfee Network Security Platform
McAfee Network Security Platform (formerly IntruShield) is a purpose-built intrusion detection/prevention appliance performing up to 10 Gbps packet analysis, which will continue to be enhanced through the company’s risk management strategy. (4/5/2010)
Sourcefire 3D System
Sourcefire’s new 3D System, Release 4.9, adds a VMware-based virtual appliance option along with better network visibility and a building block approach to policy creation. New clustering for high-end sensors supports 20 Gbps performance. (3/17/2010)
TippingPoint Intrusion Prevention Appliance
TippingPoint continued to build out its IPS business on several fronts, highlighted by the launch of its N-Series Platform, integration with 3Com’s H3C switches and secure network fabric strategy, and its new support for VMware virtual servers. (2/25/2010)
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