TEL AVIV, Israel, January 20, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --
Argus Cyber Security Ltd., the automotive cyber security
pioneer, today announced they will partner with Check Point
Software Technologies (NASDAQ: CHKP), the largest pure-play
security vendor globally, to dramatically reduce threats and risks
for connected cars.
"Argus' mission is to promote car connectivity without
compromising on safety, security and privacy," said Yoni Heilbronn,
Vice President of Marketing at Argus Cyber Security. "Partnering
with the world's leading cyber security vendor emphasizes Argus'
commitment to achieving that goal. By bringing together Argus'
innovative in-vehicle intrusion detection and prevention
capabilities and Check Point's unmatched expertise in providing
secure connectivity solutions we can now provide a joint offering
that answers current and future cyber security needs of the
automotive industry."
Argus' Intrusion Detection and Prevention System (IDPS) for
in-vehicle cyber security, integrated with Check Point's Capsule
secure connectivity solution, is designed to reduce cyber-attacks
against connected cars, a practice commonly known as
car-hacking.
Threats of car-hacking are a growing concern for connected cars.
Whether or not the attacks on cars are successful depends on each
car manufacturer (OEM) and its Tier-1 suppliers' security
implementations. Carmakers implementing the integrated solution
will benefit from real-time detection, alerting and prevention of
cyber-attacks, based on the analysis of both in-vehicle and
out-of-vehicle communication.
"Internet-connected telematics and infotainment systems have
developed into new areas for cyber attackers," said Alon Kantor, Vice President of Business
Development at Check Point. "Together with Argus, Check Point is
extending its industry-leading technology into automotive cyber
security, creating a holistic, cloud-based approach to staying
ahead of threats in these new business models created by the
Internet of Things."
Availability
Integration of Argus' IDPS with Check Point's Capsule is
available today.
Follow Argus
- Argus website
- Twitter: @ArgusSec
- LinkedIn
About Argus
Argus is a global automotive cyber security leader, helping car
manufacturers, their Tier 1 suppliers and aftermarket connectivity
providers protect connected cars and commercial vehicles from
car-hacking. Founded in 2013 by cyber security experts, Argus
solutions combine innovative security methods and proven computer
networking know-how with deep understanding of automotive best
practices. Argus' R&D is based in Tel-Aviv, Israel, with offices in Michigan, the Silicon Valley, Stuttgart and Tokyo. For further information visit
http://www.argus-sec.com
Contact
Aaron Kliner
argus@headline-media.com
+1-516-595-1843
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