Control USB keys, drives and wireless networking Our device control technology helps you to reduce
the risk of data leakage and malware infection
SophosLabs™ develops the pioneering technology built into our products.
Our device control technology gives administrators control over removable
storage devices as a fundamental step in preventing data leaks and
reducing the risk of malware infection.
Controlling devices - a key requirement of any DLP policy
Businesses and government agencies are increasingly reporting the loss of confidential personal data that has left thousands - even millions - vulnerable to identity theft.
Administrators are concerned that users routinely store sensitive information on mobile and removable storage devices, such as CDs and USB keys, which increases the risk of intentional or accidental data loss incidents. Such devices also pose an additional risk of introducing malware to an organization's network.
Reducing these risks through greater control - but without extra overheads - is the challenge.
Integrated device control in Endpoint Security and Control
Endpoint Security and Control lets you control the use of devices through the anti-virus client, while it simultaneously scans for malware and controlled applications.
- Detects and blocks unauthorized use of removable storage devices, optical media drives and wireless networking protocols (WiFi, Bluetooth and Infrared)
- Allows administrators to set a block or allow policy for different groups of computers
- Reports instantly on device activity in the management console
- Simplifies administration with a single console for anti-virus, firewall, application control, device control and network access control
Endpoint Security and Control
Device control technology is incorporated into Sophos Endpoint Security and Control, which uses one anti-virus client to stop viruses, spyware, adware and hackers, and control applications and removable storage devices.
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Devices we control
Here are the types of devices that our software controls:
- removable storage devices (USB keys, floppy disk drives)
- optical media drives (CD/DVD drives)
- wireless networking protocols (WiFi, Bluetooth and Infrared)
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Control applications too
Find out why it's important to control unauthorized applications, in addition to managing removable storage devices.
