Re: Level 40 security issues

[John Earl <johnearl@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Cynthia M. Kovarik wrote:

> I am being told that IBM's Client Access has more security issues than
> NetSoft with regards to 32-bit openness (ex. Client Access using
> proprietary ports for TCP/IP, etc.).  Is this true?

Well.... maybe.   If the NetSoft advocate is basing this claim on the fact that
you buy a version of NetSoft that doesn't include file upload ability,  then
maybe.   You can also choose not to load partsof Client Access.  But neither one
of those approaches really offers much security, anyone can walk up to any PC 
and
load their favorite connectivity package.  You really have to enforce your
security from the AS/400 side.

> Also, information from PentaSafe has been sent my way.  While I do not
> doubt that they have very good modules for auditing and security, their
> price tag is a bit hefty for a small shop.  What are others using for
> AS/400 auditing and security (for the latter, specifically exit points
> for FTP, etc.).

I've heard this story before.   We offer a top of the line, yet reasonably
priced, exit point package called PowerLock that was built specifically to close
network security exposures.   You can learn more by sending me an email or
visiting our site at www.400security.com

jte


> TIA
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