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| Dec 25, 2006 |
Security Now and Always
Fortinet country manager for India, Vishak Raman describes the major threats to networks today and concerns of CIOs when dealing with security issues.
Express Computer, India |
| Dec 21, 2006 |
Common Criteria Recognition Arrangement (CCRA), the Hot Potato of Security
With South Korea's entry into the CCRA in May, overseas security vendors are now able to compete in the local network security industry, but growth has been slow. Mr. J.D. Kim, country manager for Fortinet Korea explains what CCRA means for Korean businesses, as well as trends in security technologies.
Financial Times, Korea |
| Dec 15, 2006 |
Fortinet reviews the year's security trends
The availability of cheap, off-the-shelf malware kits indicates a trend among hackers towards profit, instead of mere recognition. Other trends over the past year include the increase in phishing activities, and the development of exploits for UNIX and Mac operating systems, as well as IM applications.
Secure Computing, Australia |
| Dec 13, 2006 |
Warn on Wireless Security in Asia
This article describes the fast growth in wireless Internet use throughout Asia, and the security issues that have arisen as a result of this trend.
ComputerWorld Malaysia |
| Dec 6, 2006 |
FortiGate series leads the UTM market
Country manager of Japan, Mr Yoshi Okamoto describes the drivers for growth in UTM products, the benefits of UTM, and Fortinet's sales strategy in Japan.
Network World, Japan |
| Dec 6, 2006 |
Fortinet's FortiGate-3600A, an ASIC-based UTM appliance with better performance
The integration of Fortinet's FortiASIC Content Processor CP-6 chip improves performance by up to 50%. Expansion slots in the FortiGate-3600 provide deployment flexibility via AMC which enables deployment in a range of WANs and even 10-GigE environments.
Network Magazine, Japan |
| Dec 1, 2006 |
2006 Information Security Show for the Finance Industry
Fortinet participates in this information security forum to discuss security, communication technology and policies in financial transactions and developments at a closed door session with Taiwan Bankers Association and its partners.
Information Security, Taiwan |
| Dec 2006 |
Global 85 Profiles
Fortinet is profiled as one of the top 100 technology companies for 2006 in MIS magazine's annual ranking issue.
Strategic 100 Global - 2006 Annual, Singapore |
| Dec 2006 |
Interview with Judhi Prasetyo, country manager Indonesia
In this interview, Judhi Prasetyo, Fortinet's country manager for Singapore, Indonesia and Vietnam, talks about his career in security and strategies for differentiation in a crowded marketplace.
Digicom Indonesia |
| Dec 2006 |
Unified We Stand
In this article, Dr Steven Lo of Jin Wen University talks about the university's deployment of Fortinet's FortiGate-3000 and FortiGate-5020 systems to secure the campus network.
MIS Technology Singapore |
| Nov 24, 2006 |
Fortinet Deployed as UTM Solution for Crown Bakery
Fortinet announces that Crown Bakery has successfully deployed Fortinet's FortiGate multi-threat security platforms to secure its corporate network and customer database.
iNews Korea |
| Nov 21, 2006 |
Crown Bakery Korea Deploys Fortinet Security Solution
Fortinet announces that Crown Bakery has purchased and successfully deployed Fortinet's FortiGate multi-threat security platforms to secure its corporate network and customer database.
Electronic Times, Korea |
| Nov 16, 2006 |
Fortinet: Bright future expected for UTM market
Fortinet expects growth in UTM market to continue and possibly surpass the firewall market in the near future.
CNET Taiwan |
| Nov 13, 2006 |
VAR honors vendors with Star Nite Awards
Fortinet wins best in category for Unified Threat Management during recent Star Nite Awards, organized by VAR India
VAR India |
| Nov 12, 2006 |
Block Unwanted Messages on Your Mobile
Users mindful of spam flooding their mobile phones can now protect themselves by downloading and installing FortiClient Mobile on their mobile devices. The software not only blocks SMS spam, it also filters out unwanted content and protects against viruses.
Hindu Business Line, India |
| Nov 6, 2006 |
FortiGate-3600A
The Channel NZ profiles Fortinet's FortiGate-3600A UTM solution.
Channel, New Zealand |
| Nov 6, 2006 |
On the world stage
Fortinet is profiled as one of the top 85 IT vendors who have made a name for themselves globally. The article describes the challenges in the past year and plans for the year ahead. Hansen Chang, VP for Asia-Pacific explains Fortinet's plans for APAC.
MIS magazine, Singapore |
| Nov 6, 2006 |
UTM (Unified Threat Management), the next stage of evolution: Unified features for better security and management
This article charts the development of UTM technologies as a natural evolution from traditional security systems such as firewalls and IPS systems, and recent innovations such as hardware-based acceleration with the use of ASIC processors.
Nikkei Network |
| Nov 2006 |
Product Update
Fortinet's FortiGate-3600A is profiled in Thailand's Chip magazine feature on technology products.
Chip, Thailand |
| Nov 2006 |
Product Profile: FG-3600A
Fortinet's next generation FortiASIC Content Processor boosts the performance of the FortiGate-3600A by up to 50 percent, making it the fastest multi-threat security appliance in the industry. Competitive products typically offer 30 to 50 percent less firewall throughput than what can now be offered by the FortiGate-3600A.
The Channel, New Zealand |
| Oct 31, 2006 |
Invisible Dangers Stalk the Unwary
Fortinet's VP for Asia-Pacific, Mr Hansen Chang explains the most common threats to networks in Asia and ways to manage them.
South China Morning Post, Hong Kong |
| Oct 26, 2006 |
"IMS is 'holy grail' for communications"
In this interview, Fortinet's solution architect, Russ Sovde, highlights the latest threats to mobile networks and devices..
CIOL, India |
| Oct 25, 2006 |
Fortinet Awarded Fourth VB 100% with FortiClient
Fortinet announced that its FortiClient end-point security software has earned its fourth consecutive Virus Bulletin 100% award for its best-in-class antivirus capabilities. In this test, FortiClient was lauded for its excellent performance, solid detection rates, easy-to-use interface, comprehensive range of functions and central management capabilities. Virus Bulletin staff tested FortiClient 3.0 along with 25 other antivirus products for their detection rates, lack of false positives and speed of scanning on the widely-used Windows OS.
Digital Daily, Korea |
| Oct 25, 2006 |
Fortinet Received Fourth VB 100% with FortiClient
Fortinet's FortiClient end-point security software has earned its fourth consecutive Virus Bulletin 100% award for best-in-class antivirus capabilities.
ComputerWorld, Korea |
| Oct 25, 2006 |
Fortinet unveils multi-threat security appliance
Fortinet launches the FortiGate-3600A multi-threat security appliance designed for enterprises, mobile carriers and MSSPs. The product features additional ports and slots that can be leveraged for WAN interfaces, and the integration of its next generation FortiASIC Content Processor and new system components which can boost performance by up to 50 per cent.
Network World Asia, Hong Kong |
| Oct 19, 2006 |
A new ideal UTM system for enterprise security
Fortinet introduces multi-threat security appliance, FortiGate™-3600A with increased deployment flexibility by including additional ports and slots that can be leveraged for WAN interfaces.
EETimes Taiwan |
| Oct 19, 2006 |
Fortinet's Security software gets Virus Bulletin 100% award
Fortinet's FortiClient end-point security software has earned its fourth consecutive Virus Bulletin 100% award for best-in-class antivirus capabilities.
CRN India, India |
| Oct 19, 2006 |
Fortinet, Strengthens its IP Portfolio by Acquiring New Three Patents
Fortinet has recently been awarded three new patents for networking inventions by the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The patents strengthen Fortinet's IP and patent portfolio and provide the company with ownership of key innovations that ideally address the telecommunications carrier and service provider markets.
ZD NET, Korea |
| Oct 19, 2006 |
Fortinet, Strengthening IP Portfolio with Acquiring New Three Patents
Fortinet has recently been awarded three new patents for networking inventions by the United States Patent and Trademark Office. The patents strengthen Fortinet's IP and patent portfolio and provide the company with ownership of key innovations that ideally address the telecommunications carrier and service provider markets.
KmobileNews, Korea |
| Oct 18, 2006 |
Fortinet introduces FortiGate-3600A - the industry's highest performing UTM system
Fortinet sets a new industry standard for high performance, multi-threat security with the announcement of its FortiGate-3600A appliance. The FG-3600A offers increased deployment flexibility by including additional ports and slots that can be leveraged for WAN interfaces.
CNET Taiwan |
| Oct 18, 2006 |
"Security isn't going to be just at the perimeter"
In this interview, Fortinet Solutions Architect Russ Sovde talks about Fortinet's value proposition, the state of the security market, Fortinet's leadership position in the high-end UTM space, and recent product releases.
CXO Today, India |
| Oct 17, 2006 |
IIM, Kozhikode Deploys Fortinet Security & Management Platform
Fortinet customer Indian Institute of Management has deployed Fortinet's FortiGate-500 multi-threat security appliance and FortiReporter security reporting and analysis software to provide comprehensive security, management reporting and audit compliance for its campus.
ITNewsOnline, India |
| Oct 16, 2006 |
Overview of information security issues and solutions
The security landscape has changed and with the growing ubiquity of communications services and devices and the proliferation of IT applications, point security solutions are no longer appropriate. Organizations that previously adopted best-of-breed approaches find that management cost and complexity has increased. Fortinet proposes that Unified Threat Management is a more appropriate technology and approach for companies now.
Enterprise Innovation, Hong Kong |
| Oct 14, 2006 |
New Product Review - Fortinet's FortiWiFi-60AM wireless security gateway targets the retail industry
Fortinet's FortiWifi-60AM is particularly suited for retail stores and remote offices as a security gateway for wireless LANs
DigiTimes, Taiwan |
| Oct 11, 2006 |
UTM thwarts blended attacks
In this article, Fortinet's Director of Project Management Anthony James explains what Unified Threat Management is and what to look for in a UTM solution.
Computerworld, Australia |
| Oct 11, 2006 |
Fortinet to Present Latest Trends at Telecomm 2006
Fortinet participated in TELECOMM India 2006 held at the Hotel Grand Hyatt, in Mumbai. Fortinet solution architect, Russ Sovde presented on "The New Frontier for Malicious Attacks: What Mobile Operators Need to Know About Securing GPRS Networks", describing recent trends in the evolution of network threats, enforcement of corporate acceptable use policies, and security considerations for MMS, IP Multimedia Subsystems and Next Generation Networks
ChannelTimes, India |
| Oct 10, 2006 |
Fortinet Introduces FortiGate 3600A
The FortiGate-3600A delivers a number of "industry firsts" through new features and benefits that include Content Processor-6 (CP-6) FortiASIC that increases content inspection performance, delivering improvements of 50 percent for firewall as well as boosting the performance of content processing functions.
ECN Asia, Singapore |
| Oct 10, 2006 |
All-in-one security devices face challenges
Companies that deploy UTM systems should use common sense and deploy the system that most suit their needs and number of users. They should also be aware that performance can be an issue, explains Chris Roekl, vice president of corporate marketing at Fortinet. Fortinet's FortiGate line of UTM devices support a range of speeds from 10Mbps to 48Gbps.
ComputerWorld, Hong Kong |
| Oct 10, 2006 |
Fortinet awarded three patents
Fortinet has been awarded three new patents for IP service delivery and security technologies by the United States Patent and Trademark Office. In addition to these three patents, Fortinet has more than 60 other patents pending.
CIOL, India |
| Oct 6, 2006 |
Security blades
Fortinet announces new products in the FortiGate-5000 Series: the FortiController-5208 switch, and the FortiGate -5005, ATCA-compliant security blade system. The FortiGate-5000 Series is targeted at telecommunications companies, managed security service providers and large enterprises with high bandwidth requirements.
Voice & Data Australia |
| Oct 6, 2006 |
[History of Major IT Vendors] Fortinet Korea shows strength from SMB to High-end
This article profiles the corporate history of Fortinet, its technology and products, its leading position in the UTM market, its entry into Korea and the implications of Korea's recent entry into the CCRA.
Management and Computer, Korea |
| Oct 5, 2006 |
New Product Review -- Fortinet FortiWiFi-60AM wireless security gateway targets retail stores
Wireless LANs are easy and cost effective means for retail stores and remote offices to connect the Internet, but are vulnerable to many security threats. Fortinet's FortiWiFi-60AM is a dedicated WLAN security gateway that is suited for retail stores and remote offices with essential security features that protect WLANs from hackers and other network threats.
DigiTimes, Taiwan |
| Oct 5, 2006 |
[Product Review] FortiGate 5000 Series, High Bandwidth UTM Solution for 10G Network Environments
Fortinet's recently released FortiGate-5000 series UTM solution has been well-received by the market. Its suitability for data center environments has led companies such as Duzon APO service and Nintendo America to deploy it for their own security requirements.
eWEEK, Korea |
| Oct 4, 2006 |
Fortinet FortiWiFi-60AM wireless security gateway targets retail stores
Fortinet's FortiWiFi-60AM is a dedicated WLAN security gateway that is ideal for retail stores and remote offices, with multiple security features that protect WLANs from hackers and other threats.
CNET news, Taiwan |
| Oct 2006 |
Fear of the unknown
Fortinet's sales manager for Australia, Colin Lim, speaks on new technologies that have improved Australia's security arsenal and past and future threats.
Technology & Busines, Australia |
| Sept 27, 2006 |
IDC Fortinet Ranked the Fastest Growing Major Security Vendor by Leading Market Research Firm
IDC research data confirms Fortinet as the fastest growing major security vendor across all appliance categories in the unified threat management (UTM) market and was number one for worldwide UTM revenue for Q2 2006, displacing previous revenue leader SonicWall.
ChinaByte |
| Sept 25, 2006 |
Dedicated or UTM
This article examines the differences between UTM and point security solutions, and compares security appliance products from a range of companies, from Cisco to McAfee. Fortinet's FortiGate-5000 is also featured.
Express Computer, India |
| Sept 22, 2006 |
Fortinet Maintains its position as the Fastest Growing Vendor in UTM Market
A recent IDC report confirms Fortinet as the fastest-growing major security vendor across all appliance categories in the unified threat management (UTM) market, which is growing at 17.97 percent, quarter over quarter. Fortinet also maintains its leading position in UTM in Western Europe and Asia Pacific (including Japan), based on strong revenues and success in all market segments.
ZDNet, Korea |
| Sept 22, 2006 |
Fortinet has fastest growing market share in UTM Market
IDC's latest report confirms Fortinet as the UTM market leader with the fastest growing market share across all appliance categories in the unified threat management (UTM) market. Also, Fortinet is the worldwide UTM leader by revenue for Q2 2006, displacing former leader SonicWall. Fortinet also maintains its leading position in UTM in Western Europe and Asia Pacific (including Japan), based on strong revenues and success in all market segments.
dataNet, Korea |
| Sept 19, 2006 |
Nintendo Chooses Fortinet Enterprise Security Platform
Nintendo of America has purchased and will deploy Fortinet's FortiGate-5000 Series high-end multi-threat security systems with FortiGuard subscription services. Nintendo will use the Fortinet platform to protect its Redmond, Washington, corporate headquarters, retail Nintendo World Store in New York City, and more than 1,000 in-office and remote employees.
Computer World, Korea |
| Sept 19, 2006 |
Nintendo of America deploys Integrated Security Solutions from Fortinet
Nintendo of America chooses Fortinet's FortiGate security platform over competing solutions from other vendors based on the integration of key security functions - specifically, firewall, intrusion prevention (IPS), antivirus and web content filtering - and superior performance, scalability, and ease-of-management of FortiGate systems.
Digital Daily, Korea |
| Sept 18, 2006 |
Fortinet Wins Enterprise Security Deal
Nintendo to deploy Fortinet's FortiGate-5000 to protect its corporate headquarters in Redmond, Washington and Nintendo World Store in New York City.
IT Price VAR, India |
| Sept 18, 2006 |
Firewall Systems Signs Up as Fortinet Partner
Firewall Systems has signed on as Fortinet partner and new distributor. Nick Verykios, marketing director at Firewall Systems expects to achieve revenue goals of AUD$4 million dollars within the first year.
CRN Australia |
| Sept 13, 2006 |
Firewall Systems to take Fortinet up-market
In this interview, Nick Verykios, marketing director at Firewall Systems, a recently signed-on Fortinet partner and distributor in Australia, explains his plans to penetrate the top-end of the network security market.
ARN Australia |
| Sept 12, 2006 |
Nintendo chooses Fortinet security technologies
Nintendo of America Inc. has purchased and will deploy Fortinet's FG-5000 Series high-end security systems and FortiGuard subscription services. Nintendo will use the platform to protect its Redmond, Washington, corporate headquarters, retail Nintendo World Store in New York City, and more than 1,000 in-office and remote employees.
EFY Times, India |
| Sept 12, 2006 |
Hanaro Telecom deploys FortiGate-800
Hanaro Telecom successfully deploys Fortinet's FortiGate-800 security appliances to protect its voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) service. Hanaro Telecom worked closely with Fortinet channel partner Nanopol in the deployment of a pair of FortiGate-800 enterprise-class multi-threat security systems.
Digital Times, Korea |
| Sept 12, 2006 |
Hanaro Telecom Deploys FortiGate Series to protect VoIP Service
Hanaro Telecom has successfully deployed Fortinet's FortiGate-800 security appliances to protect its voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) service.
Expert Magazine, Korea |
| Sept 12, 2006 |
Can anyone stop this exploit?
Network World tests three exploits, the Cisco malformed SNMP vulnerability, SQL Slammer and Witty worms, against solutions from several network security vendors, including Fortinet's FortiGate-3600.
ComputerWorld Australia |
| Sept 7, 2006 |
Fortinet's FortiClient Receives Third Virus Bulletin (VB) 100% Award
FortiClient Host Security software has earned its third Virus Bulletin 100% award for its effective virus-detection capabilities. In this test, FortiClient showed a major performance boost over the past several VB 100% tests due to optimization in the antivirus engine and its signatures.
International Business Daily, China |
| Sept 4, 2006 |
Securing Dasturco
A case study of an enterprise deployment of Fortinet security solutions to provide comprehensive network security in M.N.Dastur & Company, an integrated design and engineering consultancy based in Kolkata.
Express Computer, India |
| Sept 4, 2006 |
UTM Adoption in Market Speeds Up
According to latest reports from Frost & Sullivan, the UTM market in Asia Pacific region will grow 39% by 2010. To meet increasing competition, vendors are enhancing their UTM solutions and channels. Fortinet, an early pioneer in the UTM market, has captured over 60% of UTM market share and is expected to make further gains with the release of the FortiGate -5000 series for carriers and large enterprises.
Electronic Information Times, Korea |
| Sept 2006 |
FortiMail-400 targeted at enterprise customers
The FortiMail-400 is optimized for medium-sized businesses, delivering reliable and high performance features to detect, tag, and block spam messages and malicious attachments. The Fortimail-400 is easy to manage and provides support of multi-layered spam detection.
eWorld, Thailand |
| Sept 2006 |
Fortinet Announces New Technologies at Bangkok ICT 2006
Fortinet unveiled the FortiGate-5000 series for the high-end 10GigE environments, as well as FortiClient Mobile security solution for mobile devices at Bangkok ICT 2006.
Chip magazine, Thailand |
| Sept 2006 |
[Finance Solution Guide Book] FortiGate-5000 series Provides Gigabit IPS and Anti-virus
Fortinet's FG-5000 series is targeted at financial institutions, carriers and larger enterprises. The FG-5000 series provides firewall, VPN, IPS and other security features and is suitable for high-traffic environments. Installation is relatively easy and there are high-availability features for mission critical environments.
IT Business Journal, Korea |
| Sept 2006 |
Fortinet introduces security solutions for mobile devices
Fortinet's FortiClient Mobile protects mobile devices against viruses and other threats on mobile phones, smartphones and PDA's running Microsoft Windows Mobile and Symbian OS. As Thailand's carriers move towards new 3G technologies, FortiClient Mobile is well-positioned as the security solution of choice for mobile operators.
eCommerce magazine, Thailand |
| Sept 2006 |
Bangkok ICT Expo 2006
At the recent Bangkok ICT Expo 2006, Fortinet's Country Manager for Thailand, Uthaipat Ratanaphupha discusses new product releases such as the 10-gig capacity FortinController 5208 and FortiMail at the recent Bangkok ICT Expo 2006.
WindowITPro Magazine, Thailand |
| Aug 29, 2006 |
The importance of High-Availability: UTM appliances for large enterprises
This article explains the role of High Availability in enterprises and profiles Fortinet's higher-end solutions, the FortiGate-3000, FG-4000 and FG-5000 series ASIC-base multi-threat security platforms.
IT Media, Japan |
| Aug 26, 2006 |
Real Time Network Protection at Lower Costs
This article examines the features of Fortinet's FortiGate UTM systems and FortiAnalyzer, and describes how the ASIC-based hardware acceleration gives FortiGate systems a competitive advantage over other security solutions.
New Straits TImes, Malaysia |
| Aug 20, 2006 |
JD Kim, Country Manager of Fortinet Korea explains, "Security Is A Strategy, Not A Product"
In this interview, Mr. Kim Jung-dok , Country Manager for Fortinet in Korea, explains the proper approach that companies should take towards network security.
eWeek Korea |
| Aug 18, 2006 |
Security comparison of five UTM appliances
Fortinet's FortiGate-400A is reviewed in this "face-off" article between 5 UTM products from different vendors.
ComputerWorld, Japan |
| Aug 17, 2006 |
What product should we chose? A catalog of UTM products
This article reviews a range of UTM appliances available on the Japanese market. Fortinet's FortiGate-50A and 100A are briefly described.
IT Media, Japan |
| Aug 16, 2006 |
The Threat of Unprotected Gadgets
In this webchat on leading IT Portal Channel Times in India, Country Manager Vishak Raman answers questions on "[Network] Threats from Unprotected Gadgets".
Webchat: Channeltimes, India |
| Aug 15, 2006 |
All-in-one security devices face challenge
Computerworld Australia discusses performance issues in Unified Threat Management products with leading vendors in this market space.
Computerworld Australia |
| Aug 12, 2006 |
Bridging the Digital Divide
Munhae Education Institute has deployed about 170 FortiGate-60 systems to provide comprehensive security in their classrooms providing IT education in rural communities. The institute is supported by the Korea Agency for Digital Opportunity and Promotion, an organization that seeks to educate and encourage the wider use of technology throughout Korea.
iNews 24, Korea |
| Aug 8, 2006 |
Obic and Zuken enter partnership to sell security products
Obic and Zuken Netwave have joined forces to sell security solutions from Fortinet.
Nikkei Business Daily |
| Aug 6, 2006 |
Iwatsu Electric becomes security appliance distributor
Iwatsu Electric became a reseller of Fortinet solutions in Japan at the beginning of this year. Iwatsu is a leading distributor in Japan, and highly regarded.
Telecommunicaions, Japan |
| Aug 2, 2006 |
Fortinet and DACOM Power Study Rooms in Korea
About 170 FortiGate-60 systems from Fortinet have been deployed by the Munhae Education Institute's study rooms to provide network security to a government initiative to provide technology education to citizens in rural communities.
IT Times, Korea |
| Aug 2, 2006 |
Scammers deploy bots for Ebay manipulation
According to a Fortinet report, scammers are beginning to use automated bots to create Ebay accounts with a positive feedback record, to sell high value items that are never delivered.
IT News, Australia |
| Aug 2, 2006 |
Scammers deploy bots for Ebay manipulation
According to a recent Fortinet report, online criminals are using automated scripts or bots to create vast collections of user accounts with positive feedback records. Those accounts can than be used to sell large ticket items that are never delivered.online.
PC Authority, Australia |
| Aug 1, 2006 |
Present and future hit products: Security Appliance
More security appliances that function as firewall, anti-virus, and IPS are being deployed in many enterprises. Unified threat management solutions at the gateway are beginning to replace point solutions and gain acceptance. "We've received a lot of inquiries about UTM since 2005," said Tsugunori Sugawara, Marketing Manager in Fortinet Japan.
Nikkei Communication, Japan |
| Aug 2006 |
A Stitch in Time Prevents Cyber Crime
In this interview, Fortinet's country manager for India, Vishak Raman, explains new forms and methods in cyber crime, and the biggest network threats to enterprises.
Convergence Plus, India |
| Aug 2006 |
Fortinet announces new products at Bangkok ICT 2006
Fortinet announces the FortiGate-5000 series multi-threat security platform for 10GigE environments and and FortiClient Mobile for mobile devices at Bangkok ICT 2006.
Quick PC, Thailand |
| Aug 2006 |
Top UTM vendor Fortinet announces partnership with Digital China
Recent partnership agreement with Digital China expected to enhance Fortinet's channel sales within China.
CBI News, China |
| July 25, 2006 |
Fortinet Targets Mobiles and PDAs
Fortinet announces new security solution suite for mobile phone and PDA users -- FortiClient Mobile. The integrated security software agent runs on both Microsoft Windows Mobile and Symbian OS-enabled mobile smart phones and PDAs.
Thairath, Thailand |
| July 25, 2006 |
Keeping your Notebooks Safe
In this article, Fortinet's technical product manager Inwoo Nam discusses the dangers of public and wireless networks and how users can protect themselves and the data on their notebooks, using Fortinet solutions.
ComputerWorld Malaysia |
| July 24, 2006 |
DTI's unified security service can prevent Winny!
In this review, DTI tests Fortinet security products against a range of threats and applications, including P2P programs like Winny, BitTorrent, eDonkey, Gnutella, KaZaa, and Skype.
Keyman.net, Japan |
| July 24, 2006 |
UTM appliance, FortiGate
As network threats become more sophisticated, UTM appliances are becoming the security systems of choice, and Fortinet's FortiGate series of products are becoming the de facto standard. Fortinet has held onto its number one market position for two consecutive years.
Netwave, Japan |
| July 22, 2006 |
Cisco and Juniper, competing on 'managed services'
More vendors are competing for a slice of the MSSP market: Cisco Systems Korea and Juniper Networks Korea may be the latest entrants, but Fortinet has already gained considerable traction among telecommunications providers.
Digital Daily, Korea |
| July 19, 2006 |
Hackers Innovate to Douse Firewalls
In this article, Freddy Mangum, VP for Product Marketing comments on how hackers are now making use of a combination of attack vectors such as web, email and instant messaging applications to break into networks and propagate viruses.
Times of India |
| July 17, 2006 |
Building a Virtual Fortress
Freddy Mangum, VP of Product Marketing explains explains what UTM is, how companies can benefit from it, and how customers are adopting this technology.
Today, Singapore |
| July 15, 2006 |
Fortinet Chases Value Partner Models
In this interview, Fortinet's country manager Vishak Raman elaborates on his plans to aggressively pursue large enterprise accounts over a broad focus of security solutions, such as UTM, firewall and intrusion protection.
Channel Times, India |
| July 14, 2006 |
Fortinet is fastest growing vendor in high-end UTM Segment
In IDC Research's latest report "IDC 2006 Worldwide Quarterly Security Appliance Tracker", Fortinet is named as the fastest growing vendor in the high-end unified threat management market and maintains its position as the largest private security appliance vendor.
Computer Reseller News, India |
| July 12, 2006 |
Fortinet Offers Mobile Operators Security Solution
This article describes recent and emerging threats against mobile phones, and the need for security solutions for mobile phones and PDAs. Fortinet's FortiClient Mobile security software suite is also profiled.
Mobilised, Australia |
| July 12, 2006 |
New SSL VPN capabilities give Fortinet's UTM solutions increased lead over the competition
In this interview with PC3 magazine, Ricky Ho, managing director of Hong Kong, discusses Fortinet's number one ranking in unified threat management and the recent launch of FortiOS3.0
PC 3 magazine, Hong Kong |
| July 7, 2006 |
Fortinet Releases Integrated Security Solution for Cellular Phone Users
Fortinet announces FortiClient Mobile, an integrated security software agent for Microsoft Windows Mobile and Symbian OS-based mobile smart phones and PDAs. FortiClient Mobile allows mobile operators and handset manufacturers to offer subscribers increased security for Windows Mobile and Symbian platforms, in addition to providing rich 2.5G and 3G value-add services, such as messaging, web browsing, VoIP and video.
inews24, Korea |
| July 3, 2006 |
Interview with Country Manager JD Kim: "UTM is not an option, it's absolutely essential"
In this interview, country manager of Korea, JD Kim, talks about Korea's recent CCRA membership, the importance of foreign competition, and Fortinet's various successful deployments including Eulji Hospital, Pizza Hut, and Hyundai Merchant Marine.
Electronic Information Times, Korea |
| July 2006 |
Fortinet Introduces ATCA-Compliant Security for 10GB Ethernet
Fortinet launches new load balancing switches and high performance security blades for its FortiGate-5000 series. The product is targeted at telecommunication carriers and MSSPs.
Information Technology Magazine, India |
| July 2006 |
From professional volleyball player to Silicon Valley: Ken Xie's outstanding career
Ken Xie, founder and CEO of Fortinet, explains the lessons he learned as a professional volleyball player, and how values such as sportsmanship, have helped him as a successful investor and entrepreneur.
30 Magazine, Taiwan |
| July 2006 |
[Market Analysis]: The trend towards unified threat management
With security threats diversifying, protecting networks with point security software is no longer a viable option. Unified Threat Management (UTM) products which integrate multiple security capabilities are fast becoming the most effective security solution for the current threat environment.
on the NET, Korea |
| July 2006 |
Large network security appliances
This article profiles Fortinet's new FG1000-A and FG1000AFA2 security appliances for large enterprise networks. Key features include the FortiASIC Content Processor 5 (CP5), clustering, failure detection, and hot-swappable power supplies and fans.
Voice & Data Australia |
| July 2006 |
Finding a secure voice over the Net
In this feature on the vulnerabilities of VoIP and the various security measures, Colin Lim in Fortinet Australia speaks on the nature of evolving threats and how they can affect VoIP users.
Voice & Data Australia |
| July 2006 |
Interview with Fortinet's Country Manager for Thailand
In this six page interview, Country Manager of Thailand Uthaipat Ratanaphupha provides an overview of the business in Thailand, why corporations select Fortinet solutions and optimal ways to strategize for security vendors.
Leadership, Thailand |
| July 2006 |
FG-60DSL security evaluation
In this test lab evaluation, the reviewer highlights FG60-DSL is an improvement over its counterpart, with WLAN access including 802.11a, 802.11b and 802.11g, in addition to its firewalling, antivirus, VPN and intrusion detection capabilities.
Hardware Zone, Thailand |
| June 28, 2006 |
Introduction to UTM
This article gives an overview of Unified Threat Management (UTM) and explains trends in the security solutions market in China. Also described are the differences between UTM and the traditional approach to security as point solutions.
International Business Daily, China |
| June 28, 2006 |
Superior Quality - Fortinet's FortiGate-5000 series
Electronic Times of Korea nominates Fortinet's FortiGate-5000 series and FortiController switch as "Hit" product in the first half of 2006, for superior quality. The FortiGate-5000 series is targeted at MSSPs and provides management services, storage, performance and ease management.
Electronic Times, Korea |
| June 27, 2006 |
[IT Hit Products 1H2006] Security Solutions - Fortinet's FortiGate-5000 series
Fortinet's FortiGate-5000 series is awarded "Hit" product for security solutions category by Digital Times. The FortiGate-5000 series can be deployed in 10GigE high-bandwidth environments and has been getting attention in the high-end security solutions market.
Digital Times, Korea |
| June 26, 2006 |
Breakthrough multi-function security for networks
This article introduces Unified Threat Management concepts and explains its history and development.
China Information World, China |
| June 26, 2006 |
Fortinet Partners with Leading Distributor Digital China to Expands Presence in China Marketplace
Digital China, the largest distributor of technology products in the People's Republic of China, signs on as a Fortinet channel partner. Fortinet relocates Beijing head office to Central Business District (CBD).
IT168,China |
| June 24, 2006 |
Fortinet discovers Microsoft Vulnerability
Fortinet's security research team was key in discovering the latest Microsoft critical vulnerability, CVE-2006-0022 affecting Microsoft PowerPoint users.
IT Var News, India |
| June 21, 2006 |
Fortinet discovers vulnerability in Microsoft PowerPoint
Fortinet's leading security research team plays key role in discovering the latest critical vulnerability in several versions of Microsoft PowerPoint (CVE-2006-0022). The vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary code via a Microsoft PowerPoint document and gives the attacker take full control of the client workstation.
Maeil Economy, Korea |
| June 20, 2006 |
High-end network security solutions getting more attention
Rapidly increasing data traffic caused by the growing popularity of media-rich applications has prompted MSSPs and government institutions to deploy 10Gig Ethernet networks. Vendors providing high-end security solutions for 10GigE environments include Fortinet, which recently introduced new products in this space.
Seoul Digital Economy, Korea |
| June 20, 2006 |
Fortinet Bags Third Virus Bulletin 100 Per Cent Award
Fortinet's FortiClient Host Security software earns its third Virus Bulletin 100 % award for its comprehensive virus-detection capabilities. Virus Bulletin staff tested FortiClient version 2.76 along with 25 other antivirus products for their detection rates, lack of false positives and speed of scanning on the widely-used Windows XP platform.
EFY Times, India |
| June 20, 2006 |
FortiClient bags Virus Bulletin 100% award
The Virus Bulletin (VB) 100% awards recognize products that have been tested by independent experts and proven to accurately detect 100 per cent of viruses known to be "in the wild," constituting current, real-world viruses. In this test, FortiClient showed a major performance boost over the past several VB 100% tests due to optimization in the antivirus engine and its signatures.
Infotech, India |
| June 17, 2006 |
Fortinet Discovers Latest Vulnerabilities in Microsoft PowerPoint
Fortinet's research team discovers critical vulnerability in Microsoft PowerPoint that would allow an attacker to take full control of the client workstation, download malicious code and access private user information.
IT News, India |
| June 16, 2006 |
Fortinet uncovers a new phishing scam that lead to the spread of calling fraud problem
Fortinet uncovers and publicizes new phishing scam that may lead to a new type of fraud involving IVRS (Interactive Voice Response Systems). This new method requires the victim to call a telephone number and disclose his credentials to a voice response system.
ETToday, Taiwan |
| June 14, 2006 |
Fortinet targets the High-End Market
Fortinet Korea announced the newest additions to its high-end product portfolio: load-balancing switch and high-performance security blades for its FG-5000 Series, the world's only AdvancedTCA (ATCA)-compliant security systems. Targeted at telecom carriers, MSSPs, and large organizations with bandwidth-intensive requirements, the FortiController-5208 switch and FG-5005 security blades work together to boost security scalability in 10 gigabit Ethernet (GbE) networked environments.
IT Times, Korea |
| June 14, 2006 |
Interview with JD Kim, Country Manager of Fortinet Korea: "Fortinet also leads the high-end market"
JD Kim, Fortinet's Korean country manager explains current trends in network security in the Korean market, the rise in popularity of unified threat management solutions and Fortinet's competitive advantages in the UTM segment. Mr.Kim also announces Fortinet's new high-end network security product for 10 Gig networks.
INews 24, Korea |
| June 9, 2006 |
LJ Hooker secures its network
LJ Hooker, a major real estate company, uses Fortinet technology to secure its headquarters and branch offices around Australia.
ComputerWorld Australia |
| June 9, 2006 |
Fortinet's FortiGate 5000 Platforms Deployed by Gyeongnam Provincial Office
The Gyeongnam Provincial Office successfully deploys two units of Fortinet's carrier-class FG-5020 UTM platforms and one FortiBridge™-1000F failover protection system, as part of an enhancement to its security infrastructure. The deployment was accomplished by Fortinet channel partner Nanopol, through SK Networks, and is designed to protect the government office against network threats.
Inews24, Korea |
| June 6, 2006 |
Hackers plunder games booty
Fortinet virus researcher Pat Nolan discusses malicious software threats and the latest Trojans which suggest that hackers are moving beyond phishing, using stolen credentials to steal money from poker and other gaming sites.
The Australian, Australia |
| June 6, 2006 |
Fortinet targets carriers with new blades
Fortinet introduces a series of high performance security blades and chassis into the Australian carrier and managed service provider market. The products include three new chassis and blades and load balancing devices: the chassis come in two (FG-5020), four (FG-5040) and 14 (FG-5140) slot configurations, with each slot yielding 4Gbps throughput; the blades are the FG-5001, FG-5002 copper based; and FG-5005. Fortinet also introduced a 10Gbps security blade for screening high-volume traffic in large organizations.
ComputerWorld Australia |
| June 4, 2006 |
Online games, gamblers warned of malware
In a report, Fortinet describes new network and computer threats that may affect online gamers, such as the "Poker Trojan", and other Trojans that can steal identities and information.
INQ7.net, Philippines |
| June 2006 |
The end. At last
In this article, Vishak Raman, Fortinet's country manager in India, explains current and emerging threats, the differences between different security approaches and growth trends in the security solutions market.
Network Computing, India |
| May 31, 2006 |
Fortinet shores up high-end security portfolio
Fortinet adds load-balancing switch and security blade to its high-end network security infrastructure line for carriers and large enterprises.
IT News Australia |
| May 23, 2006 |
Fortinet acquires intellectual property assets from CoSine Communications
Fortinet announced it has acquired all pending patents and related intellectual property (IP) assets of CoSine Communications. The acquisition strengthens Fortinet's IP and patent portfolio and provides the company with key innovations that will allow it to better address the carrier/service provider market.
ComputerWorld Singapore |
| May 22, 2006 |
TV18 selects Fortinet for secure network
Media company CNBC-TV18 deploys four FortiGate enterprise security appliances to protect its network of broadcast television news stations and online financial news portal.
Televisionpoint.com, India |
| May 20, 2006 |
Fortinet's FortiMail 2000 offers integrated security against network threats.
Fortinet FortiMail 2000 is a secure messaging appliance for large enterprise customers with integrated security features, such as multi-layered spam detection and automated updates of virus and other threat signatures.
DigiTimes IT Supplement, Taiwan |
| May 19, 2006 |
Who's in charge of business continuity ?
Judhi Prasetyo, Fortinet's country manager for Singapore, explains that IT departments have a responsibility to educate users about current network and computer threats that they may face in the course of their work.
ZD Net Asia, Singapore |
| May 19, 2006 |
CNBC-TV18 selects Fortinet to secure high-bandwidth network
CNBC-TV18 purchases and deploys four FortiGate enterprise security appliances to protect its corporate network and financial portal.
Indiantelevision.com, India |
| May 18, 2006 |
CNBC Affiliate Selects Fortinet to Secure High-Bandwidth Network
Media company CNBC-TV18 deploys four FortiGate enterprise security appliances to protect its network of broadcast television news stations and online financial news portal.
Marketwire.com, India |
| May 6, 2006 |
Gateway E-mail Security Prevents Damage from Viruses and Phishing
This article explores the current state of the network security market in Japan: the dominance of the "Big Three Antivirus Vendors", Symantec, Trend Micro and McAfee; new entrants from Korea, China, Russia and other countries, and the distinguishing features of all these players.
Network Magazine, Japan |
| May 5, 2006 |
Business management is like playing volleyball: Ken Xie, founder, president and CEO of Fortinet remains undefeated.
Ken Xie, founder, president and CEO of Fortinet, was once a professional volleyball player in the national youth team in China. Drawing a comparison with the game, Ken Xie explains that aggressiveness is also important in business and the outcome is never known until the final second of play.
Money Weekly, Taiwan |
| May 4, 2006 |
Fortinet plans channel expansion in two tier cities
Fortinet has signed on new channel partners in Chandigarh, Coimbatore, Kolkata and Hyderabad, for a total of 18 channel partners in India with Ingram Micro as distributor.
ITVar, India |
| May 3, 2006 |
Ken Xie, founder, president and CEO of Fortinet visits Taiwan
Ken Xie, founder, president and CEO of Fortinet, visits Taiwan to announce FortiController-5208, Fortinet's AdvancedTCA compliant blade for 10G Ethernet networks.
Commercial Times, Taiwan |
| May 2, 2006 |
Viruses are no longer a top security threat, trojans and spyware taking over the #1 position
Malware statistics for April show that viruses are declining as a threat in comparison with other malicious software, with Trojans and spyware coming to the fore in their place. Fortinet's April malware report cites Adware/BetterInternet as the top threat last month, accounting for nearly one in eight attacks.
SmartOffice News Australia |
| May 1, 2006 |
With no dominant player in the network security market, Fortinet's nimbleness may prove to be a critical advantage.
Ken Xie, founder, president and CEO of Fortinet, describes the current state of the fast-changing network security market, and explains how Fortinet's dedication to research and development, and fast response to market demands and customers are both market differentiators and key competitive advantages.
IT Week, Taiwan |
| May 2006 |
Fortinet maintains lead with FortiGate-3000 series
This is a case study of Seoul's Asan Medical Center's deployment of Fortinet's FortiGate-3000 for integrated multi-threat security protection. The deployment succeeds in reducing spam by 98% and increasing business efficiency.
Network Times, Korea |
| May 2006 |
Mobile devices ringing a danger signal for networks
Colin Lim, sales manager for Fortinet Inc, talks about recent threats to mobile users, such as the Cabir worm, and explains what operators and users can do regarding mobile security.
Voice & Data, Australia |
| May 2006 |
Fortinet Company Profile and Products
This article gives a brief overview of Fortinet's main business and product range.
Buyers' Guide 2006, India |
| Apr 27, 2006 |
Ken Xie, founder, president and CEO of Fortinet visits Taiwan
Ken Xie, founder of UTM vendor Fortinet announces Fortinet's new high-end network security product, the FortiGate-5208 during his visit to Taiwan
HopeNet, Taiwan |
| Apr 22, 2006 |
Fortinet to protect critical infrastructure for Spice Telecom subscribers in India
Spice Telecom deploys Fortinet's FortiGate-300A UTM system as the cornerstone of its network security infrastructure.
VAR, India |
| Apr 17, 2006 |
Fortifying Firewalls the Fortinet Way
CRN reviews FortiOS 3.0 on the FortiGate-300A, the evaluation highlights new features, ease of installation and management capabilities.
CRN Australia |
| Apr 17, 2006 |
Spice Telecom deploys Fortinet solutions for network security
Spice Telecom has deployed Fortinet's FortiGate 300A unified threat management (UTM) system for network security. Spice Telecom is a mobile operator with a subscriber base of 1.5 million in the Punjab and Karnataka regions.
CIOL, India |
| Apr 14, 2006 |
IDC ranks Fortinet as the largest private network security appliance vendor
According to data in IDC's Q4 2005 Worldwide Quarterly Security Appliance Tracker, it is confirmed that Fortinet is the world's largest private vendor in the network security market.
iThome Online, Taiwan |
| Apr 10, 2006 |
Viruses, worms, malware becoming more sophisticated
Fortinet country manager for Philippines, Michael Poyaoan describes the biggest threats today to computers and networks, and social engineering methods in hacking and infecting systems.
Manila Bulletin, Philippines |
| Apr 8, 2006 |
First Look - Fortinet Launches New FortiOS 3.0
UTM leader, Fortinet, recently launched its new FortiOS 3.0, the successor to FortiOS 2.8 which was unveiled in 2004. New FortiOS 3.0 features include SSL VPN, Instant Messaging and P2P(peer-to-peer) protection, and an easy-to-use Web GUI and high-availability.
DigiTimes IT, Taiwan |
| Apr 8, 2006 |
Fortinet Ranked the Largest Security Private vendor
According to IDC's latest research data, Fortinet is the world's largest private vendor in the security appliance market across several key categories of the unified threat management market.
Economic Times, India |
| Apr 6, 2006 |
Network Security
Fortinet announces its latest firmware upgrade, FortiOS 3.0, for FortiGate and FortiManager systems, which features tighter integration between Fortinet's FortiGate, FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer products.
Voice & Data, Australia |
| Apr 6, 2006 |
Judhi Prasetyo is appointed Fortinet's country manager for Singapore, Vietnam and Indonesia
The appointment of Mr. Judhi Prasetyo is part of Fortinet's Asia-Pacific strategy to identify and develop growth opportunities in emerging markets.
Detik news, Indonesia |
| Apr 4, 2006 |
Fortinet Appoints Judhi Prasetyo as Country Manager for Singapore, Indonesia and Vietnam.
Fortinet's new country manager for Singapore, Indonesia and Vietnam, Judhi Prasetyo brings regional experience and sees opportunities in emerging markets in Asia.
Tempo Interaktif, Indonesia |
| Apr 3, 2006 |
How will UTM benefit major enterprises?
This article describes UTM as the "Swiss Army Knife" of integrated security solutions, and the pros and cons of UTM.
Network World, China |
| Apr 3, 2006 |
Optimized IE Exploit Speeds up Infection
Modifications to an existing exploit of Internet Explorer slashes the time it takes to compromise a computer. According to Fortinet US, the exploit, dubbed "JS/CreateTextRange.B", takes much less time to infect a computer.
IT News, Australia |
| Apr 1, 2006 |
Fortinet's anti- spam solution.
In this article Jason Zhao, CSE at Fortinet, explains the growing problem of spam and compares different methods of dealing with it.
Network & Computer, China |
| Apr 2006 |
Expansion in integrated security market speeds up
More UTM devices equipped with VPN, anti-spam, and URL filtering expected to be released in the Korean market to meet the needs of increasing number of branch offices. Demand for basic network security and SSL VPN products also expected to increase. Competition among vendors also expected to increase with entry of global players as Korea joins CCRA(Common Criteria Recognition Arrangement).
IT Business Journal, Korea |
| Mar 30, 2006 |
IDC ranks Fortinet as the largest private network security appliance vendor
IDC names Fortinet the largest private security appliance vendor, with leadership in several key categories of the UTM market. In regional UTM markets, Fortinet leads in Western Europe and Asia Pacific.
Network Computing India |
| Mar 29, 2006 |
IDC Ranks Fortinet as Largest private network Security Company
IDC research data confirms that Fortinet is the largest private security appliance vendor among tracked companies, and is the leader in several key categories in the UTM market.
CRN India |
| Mar 24, 2006 |
Thai Bank deploys Fortinet network security system
Thailand-based Bank of Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives has deployed an array of Fortinet security products and subscription services to protect its offices and branch locations against viruses, worms, spam and other emerging threats.
Computer Business Review, Thailand |
| Mar 21, 2006 |
Fortinet announces new firmware upgrade, FortiOS 3.0
Fortinet launches its latest firmware upgrade, FortiOS 3.0, for its family of FortiGate and FortiManager systems.
eNews, Thailand |
| Mar 21, 2006 |
Fortinet explains security risks for wireless networks
K. Pat Ratanaphupha, Country Manager for Thailand & Indochina, introduces FortiOS 3.0's new features for Instant Messaging (IM) and wireless security, and explains why competing network security solutions may be insufficiently effective against emerging threats.
Thairath, Thailand |
| Mar 21, 2006 |
"Malicious Code", new attack vectors on Internet, and the UTM market
Khun Uthaipat Thailand country manager for Fortinet explains the 80% market growth rate of UTM products and competition from other UTM security vendors.
Bangkok Business News, Thailand |
| Mar 20, 2006 |
Next-Generation Network Security Vision 2006
In-Woo Nam, Fortinet Korea's director of product marketing gives a presentation on Unified Threat Management, the inevitable trend at the fifth Next Generation Network Security Vision 2006 hosted by Network Times. The event was attended by over 500 participants.
DataNet, Korea |
| Mar 20, 2006 |
Fortinet posts record growth for 2005
Fortinet announces record growth for the year ended December 31, 2005, confirming its position as the largest and fastest-growing private network security company.
CRN India |
| Mar 20, 2006 |
Security man who loves people
Fortinet distributor, WhiteGold's CEO, Dominic Whitehand, discusses reseller issues and strategies.
CRN Australia |
| Mar 15, 2006 |
Fortinet's FortiClient Achieves ICSA Certification for Desktop Anti-Spyware
FortiClient™ Host Security software has achieved ICSA Anti-Spyware certification, bringing Fortinet's ICSA certification portfolio to eight. Previous certifications included protection against cyber threats such as identity theft.
Yahoo Hong Kong |
| Mar 15, 2006 |
Boryeong and other regional Asan hospitals deploy FortiGate's UTM solutions
Asan hospitals needed comprehensive protection against a range of threats, and selected Fortinet's UTM solutions for their manageability and cost-effectiveness in addition to security features.
eHealth Communications, Korea |
| Mar 15, 2006 |
Fortinet deploys FortiGate-300 at Asan Medical Center.
Asan Medical Centre found security at its regional hospitals inadequate, after a security review. It was decided that each regional hospital needed multi-layered security to protect against the increasing frequency and complexity of malicious software. AMC purchased Fortinet's FG-300 UTM platforms to form the backbone of the new security infrastructure at its five regional hospitals.
Datanet Korea |
| Mar 15, 2006 |
Asan Medical Center Deploys FortiGate-300 UTM Platforms
Asan Medical Center has purchased and deployed five units of Fortinet's FortiGate-300 UTM platforms for its five regional hospitals in Jeongeup, Boseong, Boryeong, Yeongdeok and Hongcheon in South Korea. The FortiGate platforms protect data and information assets like electronic medical records, order communication and picture archiving systems.
Electronic Times, Korea |
| Mar 11, 2006 |
UTM Security Appliance Buying Guide: Fortinet provides real-time protection without compromising performance
This article describes the key features of Fortinet's FortiGate security appliances and the advantages of ASIC-based technology. Jim Hwang from Fortinet Taiwan explains why UTM appliances require hardware-based acceleration to overcome performance bottlenecks.
DigiTimes IT, Taiwan |
| Mar 10, 2006 |
Fortinet Enhances FortiOS & FortiManager
Vishak Raman, India country manager for Fortinet highlights the significant benefits offered by FortiOS 3.0 and FortiManager 3.0, and talks about the tremendous market potential for the company in the enterprise space.
Channeltimes India |
| Mar 10, 2006 |
Questions about the anti-spam laws
China's first anti-spam law was enacted on March 10, 2006. Jason Zhao, Product Director in Fortinet, gives his perspectives on spam and comments on recent legislation to fight this phenomenon.
Software World, China |
| Mar 10, 2006 |
Worth Waiting For Or Chasing After?
Fortinet introduces a major firmware upgrade for its family of FortiGate and FortiManager systems, and extends Multi-Threat Security to Enterprise IM Applications and introduces advanced network security management capabilities.
NetAdmin World,China |
| Mar 9, 2006 |
Fortinet February 2006 Malware Report: Adware (Advertising Software) Becomes Major Virus Threat for the First Time
In February's malware report, Fortinet identifies the most prevalent threat as Adware. Adware/BetterInternet accounted for 10% of the total threat activity. Previously, mass mailers were identified as the top threat in report. Adware/BetterInternet is the first non-replicative threat to top Fortinet's charts.
Sohu China |
| Mar 8, 2006 |
Fortinet's FortiClient Achieves ICSA Certification for Desktop Anti-Spyware
FortiClient were tested against requirements for administrative and logging features and real-time defense against threats. FortiClient was also tested for ability to detect spyware objects placed on the system before the anti-spyware product was installed, and capability to neutralize spyware threats.
ZDNet Korea |
| Mar 8, 2006 |
Fortinet achieves FortiClient ICSA certificate
Fortinet announced that its FortiClient™ Host Security software has achieved ICSA Anti-Spyware certification. This highly-regarded certification brings Fortinet's ICSA certification portfolio to eight certifications - more than any other security vendor in the industry.
eWeek Korea |
| Mar 8, 2006 |
Fortinet's FortiClient Achieves ICSA Certification for Desktop Anti-Spyware
The addition of the 8th ICSA certification, anti-spyware for FortiClient endpoint security software, demonstrates Fortinet strong commitment to customers.
Datanet, Korea |
| Mar 8, 2006 |
Software Updates
Fortinet has announced a major firmware upgrade for its family of FortiGate and FortiManager systems. FortiOS 3.0 and FortiManager 3.0 enable more granular security for online applications, including complete content protection for instant messaging and enhanced security for peer-to-peer traffic.
ComputerWorld Singapore |
| Mar 7, 2006 |
Slack corporate security opens door to spyware
Fortinet reseller Gavin Matthews, CIO of Seccom Networks, explains that 25 per cent of viruses come in through web-based email accounts, and that top verticals such as finance, manufacturing and education are still ill-prepared for security threats.
The Australian |
| Mar 6, 2006 |
Fortinet on a Success Path
Fortinet is named by IDC as the fastest-growing vendor in the security appliance market, with the highest revenue growth, and also the leader in worldwide unit shipments for UTM devices, priced between $50,000 and $100,000.
CIOL, India |
| Mar 3, 2006 |
FortiOS 3.0 and FortiManager 3.0: Protection for IM Applications in the Enterprise
Fortinet announced a major firmware upgrade for its family of FortiGate and FortiManager systems. FortiOS 3.0 and FortiManager 3.0 bring significant new capabilities that enable more granular security for online applications, including complete content protection for instant messaging and enhanced security for peer-to-peer traffic.
Takungpao, Hong Kong |
| Mar 2, 2006 |
Fortinet achieves Record Shipment and Services Revenues in 2005
Fortinet announces record growth for the year 2005, confirming its position as the largest and fastest-growing private network security company. In 2005, total shipments of all appliances exceeded USD$100 million, an increase of 60% over the previous year
Sohu China |
| Mar 2, 2006 |
Altium Opts for Fortinet Appliances
Altium, an Australian company providing electronics design software, and an impressive clientele which includes Microsoft Corp, installs Fortinet network security products to improve reliability of network. The company experiences 80 percent reduction in annoyances like spam and other malware since deployment.
Network Security Journal, Australia |
| Mar 2, 2006 |
The Swiss Army Knife of Security
Country manager Vishak Raman talks about unified threat management, and end-user requirements as cyber threats increase and multiply.
The Hindu, India |
| Mar 1, 2006 |
Fortinet achieves record shipment
Fortinet announces record growth for the year ended December 31, 2005, confirming its position as the largest and fastest-growing UTM security company.
Infoline India |
| Mar 1, 2006 |
Fortinet Enhances FortiOS and FortiManager
In an interview with Channel Times, Country Manager Vishak Raman discusses the merits of FortiOS 3.0 and his view of tremendous growth potential in the enterprise space. Fortinet India is targeting 1,200 installations in 2006 in verticals like government, telecom, education, finance and IT-enabled services.
Channel Times, India |
| Mar 1, 2006 |
Fortinet Achieves Record Growth
In 2005, total shipments of Fortinet's FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiMail, and FortiAnalyzer appliances were in excess of USD$100 million, an increase of almost 60 per cent over the previous year. Strong growth was also recorded in its FortiGuard subscription services, with services revenue now representing over 30 per cent of the company's total revenues. The company also continues to be cash-flow positive.
Economic Times, India |
| Mar 1, 2006 |
Fortinet security deployed for global offices of Altium
Altium Limited, an Australian developer and supplier of electronics design software for the Microsoft Windows platform deploys FortiGate systems and FortiAnalyzer security logging appliance to protect and manage its headquarters offices in Australia and the US, and regional branch offices in Asia and Europe.
ITWire, Australia |
| Mar 2006 |
Next-Generation Network Security Technology Seminar - Vision 2006: Analysis of policies and market share
Network Times seminar forecasts good growth in network security market through shared solutions and security regulations. Ingwoo Nam, product director of Fortinet Korea, presents on "Best-of-Breed" technologies and efficiency of Unified Threat Management (UTM) and explains the growing trend towards UTM solutions.
Network Times, Korea |
| Mar 2006 |
Network security solution market records 5.7% growth over previous year
Research showed growth in security solution market of 5.7% or USD $133 million dollars over previous year. Fortinet, the present leader in integrated security solutions, launched its high-end solution FortiGate-5000 series last year, and continues to secure large enterprise customers.
Computer World, Korea |
| Mar 2006 |
2006 Government's public service guide book: Fortinet's UTM FortiGate series
Fortinet profiles its suite of security products, FG-3600, FG-400A and FG-50A, and various products for the carrier, enterprise and SMB markets.
IT Business Journal, Korea |
| Feb 24, 2006 |
LJ Hooker Locks Down Network
Real estate franchisor, LJ Hooker, extends the deployment of network security beyond its Sydney head office to the rest of Australia. The company purchased two FortGate-800 Antivirus Firewalls, a FortiMail-400 e-mail security system and several smaller devices, which were subsequently implemented by Seccom Networks. Christopher Smith, IT Manager said Fortinet was selected due to ease of use and manageability.
ZD Net, Australia |
| Feb 22, 2006 |
Anti-spam Solution "The war against spam has started"
The proliferation of spam mail, such as worms, viruses and phising are increasing and getting more vicious daily. Security vendors like Fortinet have introduced FortiMail-2000, a new secure messaging appliance, targeted at large enterprises, universities and managed security service providers (MSSPs). FortiMail systems are offer anti-spam defense-in-depth at the periphery of the network and the mail server; maximizing mail traffic performance by eliminating global spam at the network gateway, before it enters the corporate network.
On the NET, Korea |
| Feb 22, 2006 |
FortiOS 3.0, FortiManager 3.0
Fortinet's new FortiOS3.0 and FortiManager3.0 enables centralised management, reporting and analysis for enterprises and analysis for enterprises and MSSPs.
ARN, Australia |
| Feb 21, 2006 |
Fortinet is Fastest Growing Security Appliance Vendor Worldwide
Fortinet is named the fastest growing worldwide vendor of security appliances for Q3 2005, according to leading global market research firm IDC. Results of IDC's Q3 05 Worldwide Security Appliance Tracker showed that Fortinet had the strongest sequential revenue growth among the top dozen security appliance vendors, including Cisco, Juniper, Check Point, Symantec, ISS, SonicWall and WatchGuard.
Datanet Korea |
| Feb 21, 2006 |
Fortinet grows rapidly in security market
IDC research results show Fortinet is the leader in high-end Unified Threat Management (UTM) devices, by worldwide unit shipments, and the vendor with the highest revenue growth for its market segment. Fortinet was also named UTM unit leader in Asia Pacific, Western Europe and Japan.
IT Times, Korea |
| Feb 21, 2006 |
Fortinet is named fastest growing vendor for 3rd quarter 2005
IDC research results confirm Fortinet as the UTM unit leader in Asia Pacific and the UTM revenue leader in both Western Europe and Japan.
IT Business Journal, Korea |
| Feb 21, 2006 |
Fortinet is the confirmed leader in UTM market.
IDC reports that Fortinet has achieved record growth by unit shipments and revenue.
Compared with other security vendors, Fortinet is the first to integrate multi-function security, and also the confirmed leader in UTM market.
Commercial Times, Taiwan |
| Feb 20, 2006 |
Major Firmware Upgrade by Fortinet
Fortinet announces a major firmware upgrade for its family of FortiGate and FortiManager systems that enhances security and eases deployment and administration for customers.
Economic Times, India |
| Feb 17, 2006 |
Double happiness descends on Fortinet: new management and new product
Fortinet announces the appointment of Bi An as General Manager for China and release of new firmware upgrade, called FortiOS3.0
IT168, China |
| Feb 16, 2006 |
Fortinet announces new management in China, release of FortiOS 3.0
Fortinet announced the appointment of Bi An as General Manager for China. New major firmware upgrade announced for its family of FortiGate and FortiManager systems.
ENET, China |
| Feb 16, 2006 |
Fortinet announces new management for China, and the release of FortiOS 3.0
Fortinet announces the appointment of Bi An as General Manager for China, and also introduces a major firmware upgrade, FortiOS3.0, for its family of FortiGate and FortiManager systems.
SOHU, China |
| Feb 16, 2006 |
Fortinet signs up 3D Networks as VAR
Vishak Raman, country manager of Fortinet India, announces the appointment of 3D Networks as a VAR. This will allow Fortinet to tap into new business opportunities in four new cities.
DQ Channels, India |
| Feb 14, 2006 |
Insider attacks up in Indian companies
A recent Frost & Sullivan report finds that companies in India are more likely to suffer attacks from within the network, than companies elsewhere. Vishak Raman, country manager for Fortinet India explains the options and strategies that companies can adopt to limit damage from such incidents.
Times of India |
| Feb 8, 2006 |
UTM vendor Fortinet announces complete content protection for "Winny"
Fortinet announced that with the release of its latest firmware version, FortiOS 3.0, complete content protection is extended to Peer-to-Peer (P2P) and Instant Messaging (IM) applications, including "Winny", a popular Japanese P2P software.
ITMedia, Japan |
| Feb 8, 2006 |
Fortinet's UTM firmware upgrade enhances network security deployment and management
Fortinet's recently released FortiOS 3.0 firmware delivers enhanced security and advanced management capabilities, also features tighter integration between FortiGate, FortiAnalyzer and FortiManager products.
Digital Daily, Korea |
| Feb 8, 2006 |
Fortinet unveils FortiOS 3.0 for large enterprises
FortiOS 3.0 and FortiManager 3.0 bring significant new capabilities and enhanced features. Tighter integration between FortiGate, FortiManager and FortiAnalyzer systems enables more robust centralized network security management, reporting and analysis for enterprises and MSSPs.
Datanet, Korea |
| Feb 8, 2006 |
Fortinet upgrades security firmware
Fortinet announced a major firmware upgrade for its FortiGate and FortiManager systems that enhance customers' security and ease the means by which they deploy and manage network security. FortiOS 3.0 and FortiManage |
