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General Questions
Why do I need Bluefire if I already use other security products including VPN, anti-virus software, and enterprise firewalls?
Conventional security products are not effective in defending the handheld because those products were not created to address the mobile platform’s unique size and design challenges. Without Bluefire Mobile Security®, traditional network security mechanisms remain vulnerable to attacks on the device itself, creating a gap in the enterprise’s mobile device and smartphone security strategy. Bluefire protects both the wireless devices and the data stored on the device.
VPN
For end-to-end wireless security, VPNs must be combined with device-level protection. Bluefire Mobile Security® VPN is an IPSec-compliant client that secures both wireless LAN and wireless WAN connections via the Bluefire Mobile Security® FIPS Cryptographic Module.
Anti-virus Software
Anti-virus software protects the handheld against known content-based attacks, but it doesn’t address other devices threats and vulnerabilities including denial-of-service attacks, information theft, port scans, port probes, spoofing, hijacked links, unauthorized access, and FTP file transfers. Bluefire interoperates with leading PDA anti-virus solutions including AirScanner, Computer Associates, F-Secure, McAfee, Symantec, and Trend Micro.
Enterprise Firewalls
Wireless handheld devices have extended the enterprise perimeter to mobile workers. The power and connectivity of today’s handhelds enable mobile employees to work outside the protection zone provided by enterprise firewalls and personal PC firewalls. This puts both the enterprise data stored on the devices and the enterprise networks to which these devices connect, at risk. Protecting the handhelds themselves is the critical first line of defense. Bluefire prevents unauthorized users from exploiting wireless handhelds as a backdoor to the enterprise and provides the critical foundation layer of security for smartphones and other mobile devices.
How is Bluefire Mobile Security® software deployed and managed?
Bluefire’s Enterprise Manager makes it easy and safe to deploy and administer handheld devices to large forces of mobile workers. It allows an organization to centrally control devices, define security policies, and deploy security rules through an easy-to-use, intuitive management console. Additionally, a scalable, relational database serves as the central collection and consolidation point for policies, profiles, and logs. Administrators can quickly access detailed event log reports, making it easy to track security events and isolate problems
What wireless protocols does Bluefire support?
Bluefire supports both WiFi and cellular networks.
Bluefire Mobile Security® Enterprise Edition
What is included in the Bluefire Mobile Security® Enterprise Edition?
The Bluefire Mobile Security® Enterprise Edition includes:
- Bluefire Mobile Security® Enterprise Manager – a centrally-managed console that creates and deploys security policies to the devices.
- Bluefire Mobile Security® Access Manager – protects enterprise desktops, laptops, and workstations against rogue devices.
- Bluefire Mobile Security® Agent – protects the mobile devices. This software includes: firewall, authentication, device wipe, intrusion prevention, encryption, and integrity management.
What are the key features and benefits of the Bluefire Mobile Security® Enterprise Edition?
- Rules-based firewall engine protects against multiple attacks
- Real-time logs and alerts enable administrators and users to track device usage, detect intrusions, and identify attack methods for quick and effective problem isolation
- Enforced passwords combined with AES-based encryption protects information on the device
- Device quarantine shields enterprise from compromised devices
- Device wipe restores devices to factory settings following multiple missed authentication attempts, protecting data stored on the device
- Enterprise manager centrally controls devices, defines security polices, and deploys security rules
Which operating systems does the Bluefire Mobile Security® Enterprise Edition support?
- Windows Mobile 6 Standard
- Windows Mobile 6 Professional
- Windows Mobile 6 Classic
- Windows Mobile 5.0 for Pocket PC
- Windows Mobile 5.0 for Pocket PC Phone Edition
- Windows Mobile 5.0 for Smartphone
- Windows Mobile 2003 software for Pocket PC
- Windows Mobile 2003 software for Pocket PC Phone Edition
- Windows Mobile 2003 Second Edition software for Pocket PC
- Windows Mobile 2003 Second Edition software for Pocket PC Phone Edition
- Palm 5.4 (Garnet)
Where can I find a trial version of the Bluefire Mobile Security® Enterprise Edition?
To evaluate the Enterprise Edition please call +1 410-637-8167.
How much does the Bluefire Mobile Security® Enterprise Edition cost?
For pricing information please contact Bluefire Sales at +1 410-637-8167.
Bluefire Mobile Security® VPN
Which gateways does the Bluefire Mobile Security® VPN support?
Bluefire’s VPN currently supports:
- Cisco VPN 3000 Concentrator Series
- Cisco ASA 5500 Series Adaptive Security Appliances
- Cisco PIX 500 Series Security Appliances
- Cisco 7300 Series Routers
- Cisco 7200 Series Routers
- Cisco 3800 Series Integrated Services Routers
- Cisco 2800 Series Integrated Services Routers
- Cisco 2600 Series Integrated Services Routers
- Cisco 1800 Series Integrated Services Routers
- Cisco 1700 Series Integrated Services Routers
- Cisco 800 Series Integrated Services Routers
- Cisco Catalyst 6500 Series/7600 Series Web VPN Services Module
- Juniper Netscreen 5GT
- Juniper NetScreen 5XT
- Juniper NetScreen 25
- Juniper NetScreen 50
- Juniper NetScreen 204
- Juniper NetScreen 208
- Juniper NetScreen 500
- Juniper NetScreen 5200
- Juniper NetScreen 5400
- Nortel VPN Gateway 3050
- Nortel VPN Gateway 3070
- Nortel VPN Router 200
- Nortel VPN Router 600
- Nortel VPN Router 1000
- Nortel VPN Router 1750
- Nortel VPN Router 2700
- Nortel VPN Router 5000
- Secure Computing Sidewinder 110
- Secure Computing Sidewinder 210
- Secure Computing Sidewinder 410
- Secure Computing Sidewinder 510
- Secure Computing Sidewinder 1100
- Secure Computing Sidewinder 2100
- Secure Computing Sidewinder 2150
- Secure Computing Sidewinder 4150
- Alcatel-Lucent VPN Firewall 1200
Does the VPN support Token Authentication?
Yes, Bluefire’s VPN supports RSA SecurID’s hard and soft tokens.
Is Bluefire’s VPN sold as part of the Bluefire Mobile Security® Enterprise Edition?
No, the VPN is a separate product; however, Bluefire’s VPN and the Bluefire Mobile Security® Enterprise Edition are compatible, and can be purchased as a bundled solution.
Which operating systems does the Bluefire Mobile Security® VPN support?
- Windows Mobile 6 Standard
- Windows Mobile 6 Professional
- Windows Mobile 6 Classic
- Windows Mobile 5.0 for Pocket PC
- Windows Mobile 5.0 for Pocket PC Phone Edition
- Windows Mobile 5.0 for Smartphone
- Windows Mobile 2003 software for Pocket PC
- Windows Mobile 2003 software for Pocket PC Phone Edition
- Windows Mobile 2003 Second Edition software for Pocket PC
- Windows Mobile 2003 Second Edition software for Pocket PC Phone Edition
- Palm 5.4 (Garnet)
Where can I find a trial version of Bluefire’s VPN?
Click here to download a trial version of the Bluefire Mobile Security® VPN.
How much does the Bluefire Mobile Security® VPN cost?
Single license copies of Bluefire’s VPN can be purchased for $79 per license, and are available for download via Bluefire’s website. For orders larger than 100 licenses please call Bluefire Sales at +1 410-637-8167.
Click here to download a copy of the Bluefire Mobile Security® VPN.
Bluefire Mobile Security® Professional Edition
What is the difference between the Bluefire Mobile Security® Enterprise Edition and the Bluefire Mobile Security® Professional Edition?
The Enterprise Edition is centrally managed by the Bluefire Enterprise Manager. The Bluefire Mobile Security® Professional Edition operates as stand-alone software that performs the same functionality, but is not centrally managed.
What are the firewall policies for the Bluefire’s Professional Edition?
The Professional Edition has standard default package firewall rules and security policies. For more information please contact Bluefire Sales at +1 410-637-8167.
Is it possible to change the firewall policies on the Professional Edition?
Please contact Bluefire Support at +1 410-637-8168 for more information.
Which operating systems does the Professional Edition support?
- Windows Mobile 6 Standard
- Windows Mobile 6 Classic
- Windows Mobile 6 Professional
- Windows Mobile 5.0 for Pocket PC
- Windows Mobile 5.0 for Pocket PC Phone Edition
- Windows Mobile 5.0 for Smartphone
Where can I find a trial version of the Bluefire Mobile Security® Professional Edition?
Click here to evaluate the Bluefire Mobile Security® Professional Edition.
How much does the Bluefire Mobile Security® Professional Edition cost?
Single license copies of Bluefire's Professional Edition can be purchased for $50/license, and are available for download via Bluefire's website. For orders larger than 100 licenses please call Bluefire Sales at +1 410-637-8167.