Vulnerability Assessment
Vulnerability Assessment is a pivotal proactive measure in establishing a resilient and secure IT environment for businesses. It serves as the foundation for pinpointing and resolving irregularities and vulnerabilities within the network.
The primary objective of a vulnerability assessment is to identify IT assets susceptible to risks. This involves identifying known security vulnerabilities at various levels, such as the operating system, applications, protocols, and security system configurations. Timely identification and remediation of network security breaches are crucial to prevent their exploitation, compromising the system, and stealing sensitive data. Such vulnerabilities can lead to significant harm to an organization, its operations, and its reputation.
Vulnerability assessments play a crucial role in visualizing and monitoring the status of an organization’s IT assets. The assessment report provides comprehensive insights into each asset, including device type, operating system, active services, and other relevant information essential for a holistic view of the network’s security posture.
Furthermore, a vulnerability assessment provides a detailed overview of the existing systems within the network, enabling swift identification of unauthorized assets or network devices. This capability ensures a rapid response to potential network anomalies.
At CS Computer Systems, we offer cutting-edge solutions for conducting vulnerability assessments of IT assets from leading manufacturers. We also provide services to evaluate the status of implemented security technologies, along with a comprehensive report and actionable recommendations for improvement.
Next-Generation Firewall and VPN Access
Firewalls stand as a primary and indispensable security component, pivotal in governing and filtering network traffic within an organization and to the Internet. They serve as a linchpin in any comprehensive security and network architecture, capable of meeting the intricate needs of modern enterprise-level operations. In the realm of security, we now speak of next-generation firewalls. These advanced solutions go beyond the conventional stateful inspection, offering a rich array of features, including IPS protection, application control, bot communication detection, and the safeguarding of web and e-mail traffic.
Efficiently regulating network access extends to ensuring secure VPN access for remote users to corporate resources across the often-unpredictable Internet landscape. Today’s dynamic business operations require seamless network access from various client devices like laptops, tablets, and smartphones, irrespective of their location. VPN technologies must ensure highly secure access while remaining adaptable to changing needs.
CS Computer Systems brings years of expertise to the field of firewall protection and VPN access. We work closely with leading manufacturers of network and security equipment, including Check Point, Fortinet, Palo Alto, Cisco, and Juniper. Our solutions and services are designed to adapt to networks of various sizes, accommodating specific requirements and providing peace of mind for all our valued customers.
Mail Traffic Protection and Secure Internet Access
Modern business and security strategies necessitate increased web and e-mail communications control. The web channel serves as the primary source for various attacks and malicious threats. The vast majority of security threats infiltrate through web channels primarily via email traffic, social networks, and mobile devices.
An increasing number of malicious attacks successfully evade traditional web controls, antivirus protection and firewall measures, rendering these systems insufficient for robust protection. Real-time security control over web content is imperative to safeguard it against the myriad of malicious programs and attacks.
The relentless evolution and escalating complexity of malicious threats make it clear that web and e-mail security controls are an unavoidable requirement for comprehensive protection.
Based on numerous independent evaluations, the security solutions that CS has to offer are at the forefront of the realm of web and email communication security. The design and implementation of these solutions are tailored to meet individual user requirements and the specific organizational environment.
Endpoint Security Solutions
In today’s interconnected and digitized landscape, where cyber threats are increasingly sophisticated, Endpoint Security Solutions have become indispensable. Endpoints, including computers, mobile devices, and servers, serve as gateways to an organization’s network, making them prime targets for cyber attacks.
Endpoint Security Solutions play a pivotal role in safeguarding these entry points, protecting against a myriad of threats such as malware, ransomware, and phishing attacks. With the rise of remote work and the proliferation of devices, securing endpoints has become a critical component of an organization’s overall cybersecurity strategy.
At CS Computer Systems, we pride ourselves on delivering best-of-breed endpoint security solutions that redefine the standards of cybersecurity in terms of Endpoint Protection Platform (EPP), Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), and Extended Detection and Response (XDR) solutions.
Holistic Defense with EPP: Our Endpoint Protection Platform provides a robust defense foundation, incorporating a suite of advanced features like personal firewall, application control, HIPS, and cutting-edge malware prevention, augmented by powerful machine learning capabilities. With EPP, your organization gains proactive, real-time protection against an array of cyber threats. The integration of machine learning ensures adaptive and intelligent threat detection, allowing for swift responses to emerging risks.
Visibility through EDR: Elevate your security posture with our Endpoint Detection and Response system. EDR provides granular visibility into your network, enabling swift detection and response to potential security incidents. Engage in proactive threat hunting to identify and remediate threats before they escalate. The inclusion of forensics capabilities ensures in-depth analysis, offering valuable insights into the nature and origin of security incidents.
Integrated Security Strategy with XDR: Experience the future of cybersecurity with our Extended Detection and Response solution. XDR seamlessly integrates EPP and EDR, offering a unified defense against complex threats. By correlating data across multiple security layers, XDR provides comprehensive insights, allowing your organization to pre-emptively address potential threats.
Don’t leave your organization vulnerable to modern cyber threats. Choose the proactive defense and comprehensive features of our Endpoint Security solutions. With us, you can be confident that your organization is equipped with the best-of-breed technologies to navigate the ever-changing landscape of cybersecurity.
Choose CS Computer Systems for endpoint security solutions that not only meet industry standards but set new benchmarks for excellence. With us, you can be confident that your organization is equipped with the best-of-breed technologies to navigate the ever-changing landscape of cybersecurity.
Security of Business Sensitive Data
Data and information form the cornerstone of business operations, with control and protection being the primary concern of every organization. The loss of a laptop, theft of a smartphone, or interception of emails, all containing confidential information are just some of the causes of information loss. Digital information needs safeguarding from theft, loss, accidental or intentional security incidents, regardless of where it is stored (computers, smartphones, portable media, databases, etc.).
Encryption plays a crucial role in data protection, using cryptography to make the original content readable only for the intended parties in communication.
In the realm of document security and encryption, partnering with renowned manufacturers CS provides design and implementation services for innovative solutions. CS offers solutions for data protection stored on end computers, data servers and databases, as well as solutions for monitoring data at rest, during network transit or during usage.
Protection Against APT Attacks and Zero-day Malware
In the dynamic realm of IT, where threats are increasingly sophisticated, CS Computer Systems recognizes the limitations of traditional security measures like firewalls, antivirus solutions, web and email security solutions. Zero-day and ATP attacks demand a new approach beyond signature-based defenses.
Our solution employs advanced technologies, relying on static traffic content analysis and dynamic sandboxing. By sidestepping the need for signatures, we ensure timely detection and prevention of security compromises , with a primary focus on web and email traffic., sparing your business from potential irreparable damage. This proactive defense strategy is particularly crucial for mitigating the risks posed by zero-day malware, as our system dynamically analyzes the behavior of potential threats in real-time.
Sandboxing technologies especially plays a crucial role in combating phishing attacks by providing a controlled and secure environment to analyze suspicious files and links. When an email or website is flagged as potentially malicious, the content is isolated and executed within a virtual environment, commonly referred to as a sandbox. The same applies for the web traffic. This controlled space allows security systems to observe the behavior of the content without exposing the actual network or user to potential threats.
Apart from the sandboxing in the mail and web channels, we also provide platform for malware analysts to run their malware samples on as well as the solutions for advanced malware scan of data repositories in your network.
By seamlessly integrating with established defenses, all these solutions give an additional layer of protection, ensuring a more robust and comprehensive cybersecurity strategy for your business.
Protection of Web Applications and Public Web Services
Modern businesses rely on Internet services to deliver specific content to users and facilitate interaction. In many cases, these services are business-critical applications. With the increasing number and complexity of Internet services, the risk of security vulnerabilities and exploits also grow, potentially leading to service unavailability or the loss of crucial business-relevant data.
Due to the numerous security vulnerabilities in applications and the rising frequency of web attacks targeting various Internet services, there is a growing need for systems that can protect these services. A Web Application Firewall (WAF) is a network solution that controls access to Internet services at the application level, safeguarding them from malicious traffic and blocking attempts to compromise the system. WAF effectively halts targeted attacks on security vulnerabilities such as cross-site scripting, SQL injection, forced browsing, cookie poisoning, and many more.
CS Computer Systems provides design and implementation services for the protection of Internet services, offering market-leading solutions to ensure that users benefit from the highest level of protection.
User Identity Management
In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the number and types of identities in use. As a result, managing user identities has become a crucial step in establishing secure IT system for an organization. Each user identity, or user account, can gain privileged status under certain conditions, potentially posing a security risk to an organization’s most valuable assets.
A comprehensive approach to identity security involves accurately authenticating each identity, authorizing each identity with appropriate permissions, and providing structured and controlled access to privileged assets.
CS offers leading solutions in the field of identity security, providing users with system design and implementation services from renowned global manufacturers.
Multifactor User Authentication
Passwords, PINs, or any information a person knows are widely acknowledged as the weakest means of establishing identity. These credentials are vulnerable to guessing, theft, and discovery through various methods, and have been deemed insufficient and insecure for authentication purposes for several years now. In contemporary security practices, relying solely on a single authentication factor is no longer considered adequate or secure. Instead, it is recommended to employ at least two factors of authentication for access to critical systems with a high level of confidentiality.
In addition to traditional factors, identity verification now incorporates elements such as the user’s location, including IP address and device geolocation, as part of the authentication process. Each of these methods represents an authentication factor, serving as a basis for determining the user’s identity.
Multi-factor authentication (MFA) stands for a method of confirming the legitimacy of a user’s identity, requiring the provision of two or more verification factors. This approach substantially reduces the likelihood of a system compromise.
For a number of years, CS has been at the forefront of providing design and implementation services for cutting-edge user authentication solutions. These solutions are designed to protect and control access to on-premises resources and resources located in the cloud ensuring robust security in an increasingly interconnected and complex digital landscape. Furthermore, these solutions may incorporate anomaly detection techniques to identify suspicious or unauthorized access attempts, further enhancing security measures.
SIEM / log management
Efficient management of information systems necessitates a comprehensive, detailed, and real-time understanding of both the system’s overall health and the status of its individual components. In this context, the data generated by network and server equipment, as well as other specialized devices, represents a fundamental unit of information that requires intelligent processing and easy accessibility. Given the substantial volume of generated logs (which sometimes reach several hundred thousand per day), manual log inspection, lack of centralized log storage, and manual correlation of their content offer limited opportunities for gaining insights into the system’s status, identifying trends, and addressing security concerns.
Enter the Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) system, a flexible, scalable, and modern solution designed for the centralized collection and retention of logs from various IT equipment. Through intelligent analytical and correlation mechanisms, the SIEM system offers a holistic view of the system’s condition, pinpointing phenomena and issues that are challenging to detect via manual, per-device approaches. Its ability to generate rich, customizable reports, support forensic analysis, and provide real-time alerts establishes the SIEM system as a robust tool tailored to the demanding needs of modern IT systems. It significantly enhances the visibility, manageability, and security of IT environments.
At CS Computer Systems, we excel in the design and implementation of SIEM solutions in the most intricate IT environments. With our wealth of knowledge and years of experience, we tailor our approach to the unique requirements of each IT environment, delivering optimal performance and security to our clients.
Security Analytics and Automation
Organizations are increasingly investing in their IT infrastructure and security. However, the evolving threat landscape continues to grow in sophistication, often resulting in lengthy detection periods that can span months or even years within an organization. One of the primary reasons for this extended detection timeframe is the perpetual expansion of the IT environment, leading to heightened network complexity.
In addition to safeguarding against cyberattacks, security systems generate large amounts of data, making it challenging to pinpoint information that truly signifies a potential compromise of the information system. Analytics tools play a pivotal role in extracting meaningful insights from the extensive data collected by analytical systems like SIEM. These tools facilitate real-time threat detection and response, enabling organizations to proactively address security incidents.
Responding to a security incident is a critical function in establishing a secure IT environment. It demands on swift and timely responses, along with the availability of skilled IT personnel. Automated responses, such as sending commands to a firewall to block suspicious traffic, offer rapid, real-time incident mitigation and significantly contribute to preventing system compromise or its further propagation.
Recognizing the need to address these challenges, CS offers services for the design and implementation of this solutions. These technologies are not reliant on static signatures but leverage advanced analytics and artificial intelligence to learn common patterns of user and network behavior while detecting anomalies. Security orchestration, automation, and security incident response play a crucial role in coordinating, executing, and automating tasks across various security tools and personnel to ensure a rapid response to security incidents, thereby enhancing overall cybersecurity.
Security of Cloud Applications and Data
The rapid adoption of remote work in the post-pandemic years and the implementation of cloud solutions have accelerated digital transformation, resulting in a significant distribution of the workforce, data, and applications. Organizations nowadays must carefully consider how to protect their environment.
Cloud-based infrastructure provides great technical and business advantages to organizations. However, they still bear the responsibility of ensuring the security of their data and applications.
Cloud security encompasses a set of security policies, procedures, tools, and technologies designed to protect users, sensitive data, applications, and infrastructure in the cloud. Its primary goal is to safeguard against data theft, targeted vulnerability exploitation, and other security threats.
CS offers consulting services and solutions from the world’s leading manufacturers aimed at controlling access to the cloud and protection of cloud applications and data.
DNS Traffic Protection
DNS serves as the cornerstone of every organization by facilitating network connectivity which is fundamental for business operations. When an external DNS server experiences downtime, it severs your network connection to the Internet, potentially disrupting critical IT applications such as e-mail, web services, VoIP, and software-as-a-service (SaaS) platforms.
In the contemporary threat landscape, a significant portion of malicious software leverages DNS services to communicate with remote control and command centers (C&C) located on the Internet. Furthermore, DNS is also exploited for exfiltrating data, utilizing the DNS protocol for covert data transfer.
In response to these multifaceted challenges, CS offers comprehensive design and implementation services that leverage industry-leading technologies. These solutions not only bolster DNS reliability but also seamlessly integrate with your existing IT infrastructure. Enhancing DNS security entails the adoption of advanced techniques for threat detection, traffic analysis, and anomaly identification to safeguard against both established and emerging cyber threats.