FireWall-1 GX
FireWall-1 GX delivers Check Point's market-leading security to GPRS—(2.5G) and UMTS— (3G) enabled wireless networks. FireWall-1 GX is the first product to protect these wireless infrastructures from the threats of untrusted networks. With FireWall-1 GX, wireless network operators can offer seamless roaming to their data customers without exposing their network to potential security threats.
The most widely deployed wireless networks worldwide are those based on GSM technology. Today, GSM wireless operators are able to deliver high-speed Internet access for mobile subscribers using GPRS (2.5G) and UMTS (3G). The infrastructure deployed by wireless operators-networking equipment, protocols, signaling services, and computing platforms-is unique. This infrastructure requires a security solution that is aware of the challenges of the environment and is compliant with the appropriate standards.
Wireless operators rely on a key network protocol-the GPRS Tunneling Protocol (GTP)-for the delivery of these mobile data services. However, GTP itself is not designed to be secure. The GTP protocol specifically states: "No security is provided in GTP to protect the communications between different GPRS networks." The GPRS/UMTS network is at risk from both its own subscribers and its partner networks. Despite years of development and deployment, new security vulnerabilities are constantly being found in software using Internet Protocol (IP). Evolving GPRS/UMTS software will be no different. You cannot depend on the network to provide your security-you need to provide your own.
Check Point FireWall-1 GX-based on the industry's leading Internet security gateway, FireWall-1-is a dedicated solution to protect GPRS and UMTS networks. By providing a GTP-level security solution that blocks illegitimate traffic "at the door," your mobile communications are ultra-secure. FireWall-1 GX is specifically designed for wireless operators. It is based on Check Point's patented Stateful Inspection technology provided with full GTP awareness. FireWall-1 GX inspects all GTP tunnel fields in the context of both the packet and the tunnel. This enables granular security policies that deliver the highest level of security for wireless infrastructures. FireWall-1 GX is managed by Check Point's SMART management solution, a centralised console that efficiently manages multiple FireWall-1 GX deployments as well as other Check Point gateways.
Product Features
- Protection for GPRS/UMTS Infrastructure
- Protection Against Overbilling Attacks
- Integration with Fraud Management Systems
- Session Hijacking Protection
- Granular Control of Cellular-specific Services
- Extensible with Range of Check Point and OPSEC Products
- Centralized, Policy-based Management with Detailed Auditing and Tracking of GPRS/UMTS Traffic
Product Benefits
- Delivers Maximum Security for Your GPRS/UMTS Network
- Intelligently Secure Connections Between GPRS/UMTS Carriers
- Enables Revenue-generating Services
- Streamlined, Centralized Management with SMART Management
