TOKYO, Feb. 3, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Internet Initiative Japan Inc. (IIJ) (Nasdaq:IIJI) (TSE1: 3774), one of Japan's leading Internet access and comprehensive network solutions providers, today announced the launch of the IIJ Secure Web Gateway Service, a gateway service that integrates Web access security policy.
The IIJ Secure Web Gateway Service provides Web filtering, anti-virus, and log management/downloading features through a gateway server located at the IIJ data center. Below is a list of service highlights.
- Web access policy optimization This service integrates Web filtering, anti-virus protection, and log analysis features that enable customers to maintain Web access security at optimum levels. - Information leak prevention and compliance reinforcement Web viewing activity within the company can be monitored through the log analysis feature, and productivity can be improved by blocking access to non-work-related websites (Web mail, BBS, etc.). This also raises employee awareness about security. - Respond to increased traffic and the latest threats without the burden of asset risk The service is scalable from a few accounts to several tens of thousands of accounts to meet the needs of a wide range of enterprises. In addition, dedicated IIJ engineers quickly respond to each new threat as they evolve. The customer can avoid the asset risk involved with building an internal dedicated system whose features may become outdated or which is unable to handle traffic increases. - Reduced operational overhead costs through outsourced service Redundant gateway servers are managed by dedicated IIJ engineers 24/7 to create a secure, safe Web access environment. This reduces the burden on the customer of complicated log administration and system recovery measures in the case of system failure.
As corporate Web use grows dramatically with the advent of cloud-computing services, Web access holds the threat of mal-ware infections, data leaks, personal Web surfing on company time, and the threat of civil suits in the event of unexpected incidents. As these concerns grow, increased Web security measures are called for from the point of view of risk management. At the same time, the construction and operation of systems that can handle the ever-evolving threats and continuously increasing traffic are costly, which is making it increasingly difficult for enterprises to protect themselves.
Used in conjunction with IIJ Secure MX Service-an enterprise-level integrated mail security service-customers can outsource the necessary security measures required on today's Internet and create a secure Internet environment.
* IIJ Secure Web Gateway Service Outline
Main features
- Web filtering Filtering is implemented using Digital Arts' i-FILTER (*1), which has a great track record across a wide range of categories. Web filtering helps to block Web-born threats as well as data leaks through bulletin boards, and Web mail. - Anti-virus Anti-virus protection is provided through a technology tie-up with Kaspersky Labs Japan (*2), whose unbeatable virus detection engine is one of the best in the industry and is recognized globally for its performance. This software will detect and disinfect viruses and spyware before they reach your internal network. - Log administration and downloading The log created in the filtering and virus checking process includes a time stamp, category, originating IP address and other information. A monthly report is generated as a PDF file that shows the effectiveness of these processes.
Optional feature (charged separately) (*3)
- Proxy option
IIJ-managed proxy equipment is available for use on the customer's
network. Proxy equipment reduces the customer's operational burden
and is monitored 24/7 so that the system can be restored quickly
should a failure occur.
- Bypass option
IIJ-managed bypass equipment is available for use on the customer's
network. This option provides a high level of security while
minimizing changes in the customer's network by passing through
HTTP requests only to the IIJ service equipment on the IIJ side.
- Long-term log storage option
Logs are stored on IIJ's highly reliable storage devices. Backups
can be stored on secondary storage as well to accommodate digital
forensics (*4).
1. iFILTER: Web filtering software provided by Digital Arts Inc.,
a leader in this field. Boasts highest number of category
settings (94) and a Web filtering database of over 200 million
pages, and provides defense against harmful sites using the
ZBRAIN harmful site evaluation technology. In addition, there is
a POST filtering feature that regulates what can be written to a
bulletin board or Web mail interface. (http://www.daj.jp/)
2. Kaspersky Labs Japan : Boasts the industry's highest
virus/spyware detection rate, short outbreak response time, and
global experience installing antivirus products. Often receives
high marks in testing by Independent third-party research
institutes. (http://www.kaspersky.co.jp/)
3. More optional features are scheduled to be released.
4. Digital forensics: Preservation of digital information evidence
used in investigating and prosecuting data leaks, unauthorized
access, and other security breaches.
* Products and Prices
There are three categories for each feature, and these are designed to meet a range of customer needs and network configurations.
Estimates will be tailored to each customer because prices depend on the number of accounts and the features selected.
--------------------------------------------------------------------- Features Category FV Category F Category V --------------------------------------------------------------------- Web filtering O O -- --------------------------------------------------------------------- Antivirus detection O -- O --------------------------------------------------------------------- Log administration and downloading O O O ---------------------------------------------------------------------
About IIJ
Founded in 1992, Internet Initiative Japan Inc. (IIJ) (Nasdaq:IIJI) (Tokyo Stock Exchange TSE1: 3774) is one of Japan's leading Internet-access and comprehensive network solutions providers. IIJ and its group of companies provide total network solutions that mainly cater to high-end corporate customers. The company's services include high-quality systems integration and security services, Internet access, hosting/housing, and content design. Moreover, the company has built one of the largest Internet backbone networks in Japan, and between Japan and the United States. IIJ was listed on NASDAQ in 1999 and on the First Section of the Tokyo Stock Exchange in 2006. For more information about IIJ, visit the IIJ Web site at http://www.iij.ad.jp/en/.
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The statements within this release contain forward-looking statements about our future plans that involve risk and uncertainty. These statements may differ materially from actual future events or results. Readers are referred to the documents furnished by Internet Initiative Japan Inc. with the SEC, specifically the most recent reports on Forms 20-F and 6-K, which identify important risk factors that could cause actual results to differ from those contained in the forward-looking statements.