BT launches device security management platform
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BT has launched a new security service that uses technology from IoT security company ForeScout Technologies to provide real-time agentless visibility and control of devices connected to corporate networks.
BT Managed Endpoint Access Security can support managed, unmanaged, private, BYOD and IoT devices.
ForeScout’s agentless approach to network security is designed to real-time discovery, classification, assessment and monitoring of devices allowing end-customers to see what is on their network, from campus to cloud, and to securely manage it.
ForeScout can also orchestrate a policy-based security enforcement operation, with leading IT and security management products to automate security workflows and accelerate threat response.
“By bringing ForeScout’s technology into our portfolio, we extend our ability to protect organizations against the latest threats through improved visibility and control,” BT vice president for security David Stark said.
“Whether it’s protecting a head office or a branch site, adding the ability to monitor just about any device connected to the network offers a much required additional layer of security to companies moving into the digital world.”
The service will be available globally from June 2017.
Questions & Answers
Q.What is the name of the new security service launched by BT?
What is the name of the new security service launched by BT?
BT's new security service is called BT Managed Endpoint Access Security. It provides real-time agentless visibility and control over various devices connected to corporate networks, using technology from ForeScout Technologies.
Q.What types of devices can BT Managed Endpoint Access Security support?
What types of devices can BT Managed Endpoint Access Security support?
The new service can support a wide range of devices, including managed, unmanaged, private, BYOD (Bring Your Own Device), and IoT (Internet of Things) devices. This allows comprehensive network monitoring.
Q.How does ForeScout's technology improve network security for BT customers?
How does ForeScout's technology improve network security for BT customers?
ForeScout's agentless approach enables real-time discovery, classification, assessment, and monitoring of devices across the network. This allows end-customers to see and securely manage everything on their network, from campus to cloud.
Q.When will this new security service be available to customers?
When will this new security service be available to customers?
The BT Managed Endpoint Access Security service, which incorporates ForeScout's technology, is scheduled to be available globally to customers from June 2017.
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