Xerox and McAfee Demo Industry-First Embedded Security
Oct 24, 2012 (Menafn - M2 PRESSWIRE via COMTEX) --Today Xerox XRX and McAfee revealed new protection against malware and viruses with the first networked multifunction printer to use McAfee Embedded Control software, a sophisticated filtering method that allows only approved programs to get through. And while malware threats are most often associated with personal computers, Xerox demonstrated to attendees at the McAfee FOCUS 12 security conference that any networked device is vulnerable.
"When a multifunction device receives data and processes it for printing, copying, scanning or faxing, it becomes susceptible to malware attacks -- a susceptibility that often is overlooked," said Tom Moore , vice president, Embedded Security, McAfee.
The Xerox and McAfee security solution simplifies processes for IT administrators with software embedded into a multifunction device's controller (the machine's main onboard computer) to provide an immediate alert and audit trail to track and investigate the time and origin of security threats -- and take appropriate action. This eliminates the need for IT administrators to constantly stay on top of malware threats and proactively block them.
Climax Portable Machining and Welding Systems , a company looking to expand into global markets, is testing the technology. "As we expand we recognize that we will increase our exposure to viruses and malware," said David Richardson, the company's network administrator. "Adding McAfee technology to our Xerox equipment is critical to protecting our intellectual property as we integrate multiple sites and systems around the world."
Survey data from Xerox and McAfee underscores the need for embedded security in networked printers and multifunction devices. In a poll of office workers taken earlier this year, more than half (54 percent) say they either don't always follow their company's IT security policies (33 percent) or aren't even aware of the policies (21 percent) -- leaving the security of customer credit card numbers, financial reports, and human resource and tax documents at risk. The survey also showed 39 percent of employees who copy, scan or print confidential information at work say they wonder (at least sometimes) whether the information on a networked device will remain secure.
"IT administrators don't always consider printers as a threat -- and with the Embedded Control software, we've put up even more defenses in our products so they don't have to," said Rick Dastin , president, Xerox Office and Solutions Business Group.
Xerox devices protected and managed by McAfee Embedded Control and McAfee Embedded Management software will become available in 2013, with products in the Xerox WorkCentre and ColorQube product lines.
For more information about the Xerox partnership with McAfee, along with videos and images, visit http://www.xerox.com/security .
About Xerox
With sales approaching 23 billion, Xerox XRX is the world's leading enterprise for business process and document management . Its technology, expertise and services enable workplaces -- from small businesses to large global enterprises -- to simplify the way work gets done so they operate more effectively and focus more on what matters most: their real business . Headquartered in Norwalk, Conn., Xerox offers business process outsourcing and IT outsourcing services , including data processing, healthcare solutions , HR benefits management , finance support , transportation solutions , and customer relationship management services for commercial and government organizations worldwide. The company also provides extensive leading-edge document technology , services, software and genuine Xerox supplies for graphic communication and office printing environments of any size. The 140,000 people of Xerox serve clients in more than 160 countries. For more information, visit http://www.xerox.com , http://news.xerox.com or http://www.realbusiness.com . For investor information, visit http://www.xerox.com/investor .
About McAfee
McAfee, a wholly owned subsidiary of Intel Corporation INTC, is the world's largest dedicated security technology company. McAfee delivers proactive and proven solutions and services that help secure systems, networks, and mobile devices around the world, allowing users to safely connect to the Internet, browse and shop the Web more securely. Backed by its unrivaled Global Threat Intelligence, McAfee creates innovative products that empower home users, businesses, the public sector and service providers by enabling them to prove compliance with regulations, protect data, prevent disruptions, identify vulnerabilities, and continuously monitor and improve their security. McAfee is relentlessly focused on constantly finding new ways to keep our customers safe.
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