BlueCat Redefines Enterprise Security with BlueCat DNS Edge™

Leveraging the power of DNS to protect the enterprise
TORONTO, ON – April 3, 2017 – BlueCat, the Adaptive DNS company, today announced the launch of BlueCat DNS Edge.

Key Takeaways
  • BlueCat DNS Edge is a cloud-managed DNS security solution that uses DNS data at internal control points to identify, assess, and block threats before they reach critical applications or data.
  • The solution provides enterprise-wide visibility into all devices using the network, including non-traditional and IoT endpoints such as cameras, POS systems, and ATMs, without requiring agents or clients.
  • DNS Edge detects suspicious internal behavior and threat patterns regardless of whether devices communicate within the enterprise network or externally.
  • The platform can be deployed flexibly on-premises, in the cloud, and within IoT architectures, leveraging existing DNS infrastructure with no impact to current services.
  • As a cloud-delivered service, DNS Edge scales dynamically to handle both predictable load variations and unexpected surges caused by events such as cyberattacks.
  • DNS Edge complements BlueCat DNS Integrity and BlueCat Private Cloud as part of an Adaptive DNS portfolio that centralizes and automates DNS while enhancing control, compliance, and security.

Leveraging the power of DNS to protect the enterprise

TORONTO, ON – April 3, 2017 – BlueCat, the Adaptive DNS company, today announced the launch of BlueCat DNS Edge. Managed in the cloud, BlueCat DNS Edge is a first-of-its-kind solution that uniquely leverages DNS data to identify and assess threats, and proactively works to block them before they can reach business-critical applications or data by driving policy down to DNS control points inside the network.

The migration to the cloud, the flexibility of network virtualization, and the promise of IoT involve IT transformations which place incredible strain on the security of the enterprise. This powerful solution leverages the ubiquity of DNS to gain enterprise-wide visibility into the actions of every device on a network, including non-traditional devices such as wireless security cameras, point of sale systems, ATMs and IoT devices. Deployed inside the network, DNS Edge control points identify suspicious internal behavior, patterns and threats, regardless of whether the device is communicating inside or outside the network.

“BlueCat DNS Edge is the first DNS security solution with the flexibility to deploy anywhere businesses need it – on premise, in the cloud, and as a core part of IoT architectures,” said Andrew Wertkin, Chief Product and Technology Officer for BlueCat. “Once deployed, DNS Edge can identify and remediate threats, provide forensics for the security operations center, and deliver device-specific telemetry without the need to deploy any agent or client on the devices.”

BlueCat DNS Edge’s simple, cloud-managed deployment model leverages existing DNS infrastructure. It allows organizations to deploy, at will, with no impact to existing infrastructure while driving resilience and reducing latency. Delivered as a service, DNS Edge dynamically scales to meet anticipated and unanticipated spikes in network activity, such as seasonal activity or a sudden attack against enterprise infrastructure.

“The vast majority of data breaches are caused by internal ‘bad actors’ – people and devices accessing protected data. Every company has access to core DNS data that can predict and prevent these security incidents,” said Michael Harris, Chairman and CEO of BlueCat. “BlueCat DNS Edge is a game-changer because it lets businesses harness their DNS data to assess threats and mitigate risk.”

DNS Edge complements BlueCat’s full Adaptive DNS solution portfolio, which includes BlueCat DNS Integrity™ and BlueCat Private Cloud™. Together, they provide the foundation for open, adaptive and secure networks.

Availability

BlueCat DNS Edge is available now. For more information, please visit https://bluecatnetworks.com/products/bluecat-dns-edge/

BlueCat DNS Integrity: https://bluecatnetworks.com/products/bluecat-dns-integrity/

BlueCat Private Cloud: https://bluecatnetworks.com/products/bluecat-private-cloud/

About BlueCat

BlueCat is The Adaptive DNS Company™. Our complete Adaptive DNS portfolio, comprised of BlueCat DNS Integrity™, BlueCat DNS Edge™ and BlueCat Private Cloud™, enables the centralization and automation of DNS services and the ability to leverage valuable DNS data for significantly increased control, compliance and security. The largest global enterprises trust BlueCat to provide the foundation for transformational strategies such as cloud, virtualization and security. Digital transformation starts with DNS. For more information, visit bluecatnetworks.com.

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