IPLocks Vulnerability Assessment

Hardening Databases

IPLocks Vulnerability Assessment provides the industry’s most robust solution for detecting and repairing database weaknesses. No other vendor can match the combination of scalability, customizability, and cost-effectiveness of IPLocks. Companies around the world use IPLocks Vulnerability Assessment to support critical initiatives such as:

User Privilege Reporting
Internal Security
SOX Compliance
PCI Compliance
Risk Management

What is Vulnerability Assessment?

The automated discovery and periodic examination of databases for known weaknesses in database settings and configurations that enable unauthorized access to data.

IPLocks Vulnerability Assessment has consistently received high-marks from industry analysts and customers alike for its advanced technology, such as:

High-speed scans
Scalability to support large numbers of servers
Scanning across LANs and WANs
Easy customization of pre-existing policies
Completely custom policies created by users
Automation through scheduling and scripting

Vulnerability Assessment Architecture Diagram

IPLocks Vulnerability Assessment Key Features

Low-Impact Design

Web-based application simplifies installation and administration
Agent-less architecture

Connect directly to database using standard connections
Do not need administrator privileges

No interference with applications or application performance

Automatic Database Discovery

Search across LANs & WANs
Quickly discovers all databases
Find databases even if not using standard ports

Complete Enterprise Database Coverage

Supports all major databases
Works with current and legacy versions of databases
Policies cover both known vulnerabilities and best practices
Expert-level advice on database security configuration

Subscription-based Policy Updates

Research team finds new vulnerabilities so you don't have to
Get policies covering latest exploits, with remediation advice
Keep current with latest patches

Automation

Schedule scans and reports to occur regularly, at convenient times
SNMP interface for integration with trouble ticket and configuration management tools
Command Line Interface for script-based automation

Reporting & Analysis

Multiple output formats available (ex - PDF, CSV, Excel, Text)
Summary level reports for managers; detailed reports with remediation advice for DBAs
Trend reports show overall vulnerability level over time
User can create custom reports

Enterprise-Class

Create custom policies to address company specific concerns
Web based interface provide 'manage anywhere' capability
Centralized policy management ensures consistent application of rules across enterprise
Built-on enterprise components to ensure availability and scalability