Critical Watch® IPS OptimizerTM streamlines the process of tuning an HP TippingPoint® Security Management System (SMS). IPS Optimizer goes beyond basic threat-to-vulnerability correlation by creating a feedback loop between network vulnerability scanners and the HP TippingPoint® IPS SMS. It customizes the configuration of IPS filters via the SMS based on the actual vulnerability climate of the environment. This process significantly reduces the effort while increasing the accuracy of the SMS filter settings. You have a scanner. You have an IPS. Shouldn’t they work together? Works with: Qualysguard®, McAfee®, Nessus® and FusionVM®

1. IPS Optimizer™ for
TippingPoint®
from Critical Watch ®

2. Manage Scans
Seamlessly import scan files from
multiple network scan vendors.
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QualysGuard®
McAfee®
Nessus®
FusionVM®
Import multiple scan files
simultaneously (individually or .zip)
Select one or more scan files for
optimization
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3. Optimize by Vulnerability
Customize SMS configuration based on
the actual vulnerability climate of the
environment. Works with:
• See which vulnerabilities are
already mitigated by the IPS
• Identify vulnerabilities with no or
partial coverage based on current
settings
• Stage IPS filter changes for
publication to SMS
• View confidence rating and
recommendations based on
ThreatLinQ and Digital Vaccine data
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4. Optimize by Filter
Manage SMS filter settings based on
vulnerability coverage.
• View IPS filters with the greatest
impact on exposed vulnerabilities
• Stage IPS filter changes for
publication to SMS
• View confidence rating and
recommendations based on
ThreatLinQ and Digital Vaccine data
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5. Advanced Search
A powerful search and filter feature that
allows:
• Custom views based on multiple
criteria
• Prioritize workflow based on risk
appetite
• Quickly set aside non-critical risks
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6. Embedded Workflow Management
Allows collaboration, staging and
tracking of SMS changes.
• Collaborate on proposed SMS
changes
• Implement test windows before
blocking
• Enables audit trail of
pending/existing filter changes
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7. Visit our website for more information, view a
product video or request a free demo or trial.
http://www.criticalwatch.com/
214-623-5600
866-525-8680
info@criticalwatch.com
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