Marshal is pleased to announce the latest release of WebMarshal 6, the Web security solution that goes beyond simple URL filtering to provide real-time website classification and malware detection as well as comprehensive content scanning for all downloaded and uploaded content at the web gateway. By providing comprehensive web access control and enforcement, complete threat protection (URL, AV and malware filtering), as well as data leakage prevention, in a single integrated package, WebMarshal 6 is the most complete solution available on the market today.
ARCHITECTURE
WebMarshal 6 includes a new “enterprise ready” architecture featuring a unique centralized array manager that acts as the central configuration and management point from single server installations to arrays of hundreds of nodes, even supporting distributed environments.
The array manager simplifies administration by:
- Automating the distribution of configuration updates to an unlimited number of nodes
- Offering consistent integrated content filtering, anti-malware and URL filtering at the web gateway to protect organizations against inbound threats and prevent outbound data leakage in real-time
- Allowing automatic keyword detection in text uploaded to the web and restrictions on the types of files unauthorized users can upload to prevent data leakage
- Providing greater administration controls, including a unique content-type detection capability that manages bandwidth by identifying and blocking selective file content—including streaming media—before the data transfer begins
- Keeping traffic logs for analysis and reporting, and a streamlined user interface with drag-and-drop rule implementation and full rule and policy testing.
NEW FEATURES WM 6.0
- Enterprise Management – new architecture supports distributed, multi-server array environments with centralized administration and reporting.
- Fault Tolerance and Redundancy – Web traffic processing is now independent from database logging. If the database becomes unavailable, WebMarshal will continue to process Web requests and queue logging data until the database is
restored. - Improved Scalability and Performance – new architecture allows for loadbalancing and arrays of Web proxy servers to service the needs of enterprise environments.
- Streaming Media Controls – WebMarshal now allows you to block selected content, such as streaming media, prior to any download.
- Active Directory Connectors – Active Directory connectors allow easy synchronization of user accounts, making it easier to authenticate users even in large environments.
- Policy Containers – allow you greater control and flexibility over which policies apply to which users or groups. You can now set up hierarchical policies – especially useful in enterprise environments or distributed networks with multiple
domains or locations in different cities or countries. - Archive File Unpacking – allows you to become more flexible and targeted with your policies – only blocking archive file types (ZIP, CAB, RAR, etc.) that contain restricted files such as executables or video files, but accepting archive files that
contain safe files such as documents or databases. - Report Exporting to Security Reporting Center – WebMarshal reporting data can now be exported to the WELF standard (WebTrends Extended Logging Format) which can be incorporated by popular log analysis and reporting tools such as
Marshal’s Security Reporting Center. - Centralized Performance Counters – administrators can view consolidated, real-time performance data.
- Easier to Use Interface – numerous interface additions, including drag-n-drop rule duplication, rule simulation testing, plain-English rule explanations, new icons and quick access to common administration functions.
- Administration Access Settings – create administration accounts that can perform simple tasks but not create or modify rules
NEW FEATURES WM 6.1
- HTTPS Content Filtering – specialized capabilities and policies for ensuring
deep content inspection of HTTPS encrypted web traffic, including virus / spyware
scanning, full lexical analysis, file management and control over whether content
is being uploaded or download over SSL. - Web Application Control – enhanced controls and management for a variety of
commonly used web applications, including:
- Instant Messaging – allow or deny access for a range of popular instant
messaging systems including AIM, Windows Live, Yahoo! Messenger and
Google Talk
- Streaming Media and RTSP – blocking for a wider range of streaming
media protocols including QuickTime, RTSP (Real Time Streaming
Protocol), Windows Media, Google Video and YouTube. - ISA Server Integration Support – support for tight integration with Microsoft
Internet Security and Acceleration Server, version 2004 and later. Makes
deployment easier and allows additional WebMarshal installation options such as
same-server transparent proxy through ISA server. - Real-Time Dashboard – a newly designed dashboard interface for administrators
displays real-time stats and performance counters including current connections,
recently visited website categories and bandwidth usage by traffic type.
PRICING
WebMarshal 6.x is priced at half the cost of the closest competitor. Please click here torequest a quotation.
UPGRADING
Existing WebMarshal customers with current maintenance agreements can upgrade to WebMarshal 6.x free of charge for more informationplease follow this link
The procedure for upgrading your WebMarshal server is documented in the official User Guide. If you require assistance during your upgrade (and you have a current maintenance agreement) please don't hesitate tocontact us.
