Check Point Software Technologies, the worldwide leader in securing the Internet, has announced that it will add security controls for over 50,000 Web 2.0 widgets and more than 4,500 Internet applications. The addition is a result of the acquisition of the industry's most comprehensive application classification and signature database from FaceTime Communications.
"I'm pleased to announce today's acquisition. This will allow us to continue to elevate the level of Internet security and strengthen our market and technology leadership," said Gil Shwed, Chairman & Chief Executive Officer at Check Point. "As the Internet and its use evolved, Check Point has ensured businesses remain securely connected. This granular application control will enable better use of Web 2.0 technologies safely and securely."
New developments from Check Point combined with the acquired technologies will provide businesses unparalleled granular control over application usage and enable security administrators to prevent threats associated with the use of certain Internet applications. Check Point will offer this new level of security controls as a Software Blade that will be available for all gateways.
