Welcome to the latest issue of the VPNC Update. We hope you find the news in this issue valuable.
VPNC has tests for both IPsec VPN interoperability and SSL VPN interoperability. Most of the systems in the VPNC lab are for one type of VPNC or the other, but a few systems cover both.
This month, one member received the SSL Portal, SSL Firefox, SSL Exchange, and SSL File Access interoperability logos:
This month, one member received both the IPsec Basic Interoperability logo and the IPsec AES interoperability logo:
See the VPNC testing page for full lists of all the VPNC members' products which have proven interoperability.
AEP Networks
Alternative Technology adds AEP Networks to its GSA Schedule
AEP Networks
AEP Networks and HealthCast Deliver Web-based, HIPAA-compliant Remote Access
to Patient Billing Information
Caymas
Caymas Systems Announces Significant Performance
Enhancements For The Caymas 525
Check Point
Check Point Software and RSA Security Partner to Deliver
Joint Software-Based Appliance
Cisco
Cisco Announces New Self Defending Network Security Innovations
eSoft
eSoft Announces SiteFilter Update
Internet Security Systems
Internet Security Systems Named Best Security Company in the United States
by SC Magazine
Internet Security Systems
Internet Security Systems Unveils New Products Tailored to Simplify and
Enhance Protection of Network Assets
Ixia
Ixia Demonstrates Interoperability of Carrier-Class MPLS Services
Ixia
Ixia Tests Converged IP-based Communications and Entertainment
Jungo
Jungo Releases Software Platform for Multi Service Business Gateways
Juniper
Juniper Networks Delivers Threat Control for SSL VPN Remote Access
Juniper
The Globe and Mail Rolls Out Juniper Networks for Secure Remote Access
Nortel
Nortel Unveils Enhancements to Secure Network Access Solution for
Enterprise-wide Endpoint Security
Nortel
Nortel Joins Trusted Computing Group, Will Participate in Trusted
Network Connect Work Group
QA Cafe
QA Cafe Joins Virtual Private Network Consortium and Announces NAT-Traversal Testing
SafeNet
SafeNet and Transition Asia Partner to Provide Encryption Solution
Stonesoft
StoneGate SG-4000 Named "Hot Pick" by Information Security Magazine
Stonesoft
Fireproof Protection for Aachen's University Network
The new standard comes with two important companion documents: RFC 4365, which describes when BGP/MPLS VPNs are and are not useful in a network, and RFC 4381, which gives an in-depth analysis of the security properties of BGP/MPLS VPNs. Given that trusted VPNs rely on the proper setup by the ISP instead of cryptography, understanding the applicability and security properties of these VPNs is important before deploying them. These two documents will be particularly useful to users who are deciding what type of VPN to deploy.
Secure Access For Healthcare: SSL VPN Advantages from AEP Networks gives a very good overview of the business case of using SSL VPNs in an environment with both many remote users and compliance mandates. It explains how to use SSL VPNs with legacy applications (of which the health industry has plenty) and how to show compliance to governmental requirements such as HIPAA.
Interop Spring 2006
Las Vegas, NV / April 30 - May 5, 2006
Probably the largest networking show in the world, this conference has a
sizable show floor for vendors and a large, fast-paced educational track.
Because of the large attendance, many VPNC members regularly exhibit at
Interop.
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