Force10 Unveils Security Suite

Force10 Networks added a Dynamic Security Suite to its high-performance switching line to combat growing threat of denial of service (DoS) attacks. The security software leverages Force10's distributed hardware architecture. A DoS Guard feature automatically filters traffic destined for the route processor module that exceeds pre-set thresholds, eliminating traffic spikes caused by denial of service attacks and ensuring that network operators have constant access to the management interface. A third layer of protection is provided by a tool that enables network operators to update access control lists (ACLs) without exposing their networks to malicious and unfiltered traffic. http://www.force10networks.com