SSH Tectia Server 5.4 for IBM z/OS Adds Additional Support for MVS Dataset
Types, IBM z/OS Systems Management Features and Enhanced Cross-Platform
Interoperability Features Within and Between Windows, Unix, Linux, and IBM
Mainframe Environments
HELSINKI, FINLAND and WELLESLEY, Mass. - April 18, 2007 - SSH Communications
Security (HEX:SSH1V), a world-leading provider of enterprise security solutions
and end-to-end communications security, today announced that SSH Tectia Server
5.4 for IBM z/OS is generally available with new usability features and
increased integration into the IBM mainframe environment.
SSH Tectia Server for IBM z/OS is a cost-effective file transfer solution
supporting direct MVS (Multiple Virtual Storage) file system access and hardware
acceleration for secure cross-platform file transfers and secure TN3270
connections.
SSH Tectia products are increasingly being deployed for use in internal networks
with thousands of Unix, Linux and Windows computers. Responding to increased
customer demand, SSH has now introduced a set of new features that makes it
easier and faster to introduce secure file transfers for IBM mainframes in a
heterogeneous computing environment. Some of these include a Key Distribution
Utility for automated distribution and setup of server host keys and user public
keys, which makes the management of keys considerably less time consuming and
error prone. Also included is support for the OpenSSH key format, enabling easy
integration of security between the IBM mainframe and Linux or Unix systems that
use OpenSSH. This new version also supports GDG data sets, giving users direct
access to MVS files without unnecessary staging or without intermediary file
conversion.
With the introduction of new usability features it now easier than ever for
users to securely transfer files to and from the mainframe. Using SSH Tectia's
graphical user interface or command line interface, users can access mainframe
data without having to be mainframe experts. Also included is the FTP
compatibility feature, which eases the transition to SFTP. Finally, the new
version introduces improved logging and auditing of file transfers due to its
support of IBM's Systems Management Facility (SMF) allowing companies to meet
corporate auditing policies.
“During the past years our customers have come to realize that data transfers
over their networks are increasingly vulnerable and subject to misuse” said Arto
Vainio, CEO of SSH Communications Security Corp. “Most companies have for years
transmitted passwords and data files as clear text, not just in their internal
networks but also with external customers and partners. While this may have been
acceptable in the past, it is no longer a viable solution. SSH Tectia, with its
IBM mainframe and extensive platform support enables organizations to easily and
cost-effectively secure their file transfers without expensive development or
integration projects.”
About SSH Tectia
SSH Tectia is the leading end-to-end communications security solution for the
enterprise. The SSH Tectia solution is based on the SSH Secure Shell and SSH's
other industry-leading technologies used by millions worldwide. SSH Tectia
enables secure system administration, secure file transfer and secure
application connectivity with centralized management throughout the internal and
external network. SSH Tectia products provide transparent, strong encryption and
authentication, and are available for all key enterprise platforms including
Windows, Unix, Linux, and mainframes to easily integrate into heterogeneous
network environments.
About SSH Communications Security
SSH Communications Security is a world-leading provider of enterprise security
solutions and end-to-end communications security, and the original developer of
the Secure Shell protocol. The company's SSH Tectia solution addresses the most
critical needs of large enterprises, financial institutions and government
agencies. With SSH Tectia, organizations can cost-effectively secure their
system administration, file transfers and application connectivity against both
internal and external security risks. As the original developer of the Secure
Shell protocol and other key network security technologies, SSH has for 12 years
developed end-to-end communications security solutions specifically for the
enterprise. Currently more than 100 of Global Fortune 500 companies are using
SSH security solutions. SSH shares are quoted on the Helsinki Exchanges Main
List. For more information, please visit www.ssh.com.
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SSH COMMUNICATIONS SECURITY CONTINUES TO ENHANCE ITS FILE TRANSFER SOLUTION FOR IBM MAINFRAMES BASED ON CUSTOMER DEMAND
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