Lumension Sanctuary Device Control - Features & Benefits

Control and manage external devices


Features & Benefits

 
 
Feature Function Benefit
Whitelist Assign permissions for authorized devices to user or user group, and by default those not authorized are not allowed Eliminates unknown or unwanted devices in your network, reducing the risk of data leakage
Access Control List Based Permissions Assign permissions to a user/user group based on their Active Directory or eDirectory identity Provides granular user permissions that remain with user login regardless of machine
Granular Device Control Permission Settings Permission settings include read/write, scheduled access, temporary access, online/offline, I/O bus type, HDD/non-HDD devices and much more Eliminates risk of unauthorized devices connecting to the network while providing the flexibility users need to conduct business
Uniquely Identify and Authorize Specific Media Authorize DVD/CD-ROM collections, grant access to users or user groups and encrypt removable media with unique ID's Limits DVD/CD-ROM access to company standard discs, to avoid use of unauthorized content and/or encrypt removable media to prevent the content from being viewed by unauthorized users
Silent Unattended Installations Install with any deployment tools which use MSI Setup (e.g. Microsoft Systems Management Server (SMS), Group Policies, WinInstall, etc). Enables faster and easier deployment
Plug and Play Devices: Hot Plug Support Detect Plug and Play Devices "on the fly" Ensures user productivity is not disrupted by applying permissions for plug and play devices when detected
Bi-Directional Shadowing Option Patented Shadowing technology records filename or complete file that is read from and/or written to a removable device Captures the flow of information into and out of your network, reducing risk and containing impact of data leakage
Restrict the Amount of Data Copied Restrict the daily amount of data copied from an endpoint to a device on a per-user basis Removes risk of large pieces of confidential information leaving the network
Prevention of PS/2 and USB Hardware Keyloggers Block PS/2 port, enforce USB keyboard usage and detect/block popular models of USB keyloggers Reduces risk of attackers capturing passwords and other confidential information through keyloggers
Flexible Encryption Options for Removable Media Administrators may centrally encrypt removable media or force users to encrypt media at time of use Ensures that sensitive data is not inadvertently exposed to those without authorized access
File Type Filtering Control the type of files that are moved to and from removable devices Reduces risk of unwanted files from entering and sensitive files from leaving the network
Disconnected/ Remote Computer Protected Enables constant protection by keeping a local copy of the last list of permissions on the disconnected machine Secures computer regardless of network connection, ensuring that remote or disconnected users are also protected
Highly Scalable Architecture Three tier architecture with Database, one or more Application servers, and Client Provides flexible and scalable deployment options in large and complex networks
Powerful Log Analysis and Reporting Detailed log analysis with flexible filter, sort and display options and stored query templates as well as central reporting Demonstrates policy compliance and drills down on suspicious behavior for legal or management follow up
Active Directory and eDirectory Support Leverages user and user group definitions in existing Active Directory and eDirectory Reduces setup and maintenance of users and user groups
Multi-Language Support Supports 12 languages on Sanctuary client machines Improves user experience in international organizations
Custom Reports Custom query templates can be scheduled to automatically generate reports in HTML, XML or CSV formats and delivered via email or network file share Produces data required for compliance audit purposes and management reporting in a report format or data format for easy integration into a 3rd party system
Password Lockout and Recovery Lockout users after a number of failed attempts; recover access to devices when passwords are forgotten Reduces risk of hackers breaking into devices; enables recovery of encrypted data on devices
Offline Temporary Permissions Challenge/response system generates new permissions on disconnected machines, allowing for temporary permissions to users on demand, even when a user is not connected to the network Enables provision of temporary permissions to users on demand, even when not connected