CheckPoint Software
Case Studies
Skipton Building Society Enhances Data Security with Pointsec Protector
Overview
Skipton Building Society Enhances Data Security with Pointsec ProtectorCheckPoint Software |
Cybersecurity & Privacy - Application Security Sensors - Temperature Sensors | |
Buildings National Security & Defense | |
Quality Assurance | |
Building Automation & Control Tamper Detection | |
Cybersecurity Services Testing & Certification | |
Operational Impact
The use of Pointsec Protector has been largely transparent to Skipton's employees, with the software continually scanning data without user intervention. Despite this, the software has provided robust protection against high-profile virus attacks over the last six years. The few virus infections that did occur were traced back to clients not protected by the software, highlighting its effectiveness. The software also protects against newer security threats such as spyware and keylogging, critical in a financial environment. Skipton's security team has been in constant dialogue with Check Point, the provider of Pointsec Protector, advising on new features they would like to see in the product. They are currently testing the latest version of the product, which offers transparent encryption for removable media devices. | |
Quantitative Benefit
Skipton Building Society has resisted 99.9 percent of virus infections with Pointsec Protector. | |
Over six years, Skipton has only experienced three virus infections, all of which were attributed to clients not protected by Pointsec Protector. | |
Skipton has over 2,000 licenses of Pointsec Protector, covering all clients in the society's head office and all of its 79 branch locations. | |