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Overview
From web filtering and anti-malware scanning to deep content inspection and granular control over how Web 2.0 sites are used, McAfee Web Protection combines the security, control, and deployment flexibility you need. McAfee Web Protection offers all the features of McAfee Web Gateway and McAfee SaaS Web Protection.
Ultimate deployment flexibility — Deploy on location with appliances, in virtual environments, or in the cloud, or combine options for added deployment flexibility and high availability.
Advanced security — McAfee Web Protection layers numerous threat technologies to provide the most in-depth web security available. From opening content and scanning active elements in real time with the McAfee Gateway Anti-Malware Engine to comprehensive signature-based coverage and web reputation, the McAfee Web Protection layered approach optimizes several technologies for the best combination of security and performance.
Unified reporting — Advanced reporting aggregates data, regardless of delivery platform. It provides the information to illuminate how organizations use the web, helping to comply with regulations, identify trends, isolate problems, document inappropriate web activity, and tailor filtering settings to best enforce web usage policies.
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Awards / Reviews
McAfee Named One of the 20 Coolest Cloud Security Vendors by CRN, 2012
The Intel-owned security company has been preaching cloud security measures since before the cloud truly formed. McAfee’s central cloud piece is the Cloud Security Platform, which secures content and data—e-mail, Web and identity—as it moves to and from the cloud.
CRN: McAfee One of 2012 Best Companies to Partner With
CRN listed McAfee among the best companies to partner with for 2012.
McAfee Web Protection Named a Finalist (Best Web Content Management 2012) from SC Magazine
Products in this category provide web content filtering for laptops, desktops, and optionally servers. They may block or filter objectionable websites and content, and enlist blacklist, whitelist, or both to update the vendor-provided data upon which the solution is based.
McAfee Web Protection Named a Finalist (Best Anti-Malware Gateway 2012) from SC Magazine
Products in this category generally are appliances. Their purpose is to act as gateways, usually at the perimeter of the enterprise, protecting against various types of malware attempting to enter the enterprise from outside.
Modules
McAfee Web Gateway
McAfee Web Gateway, deployed on-premises with appliances or in a virtual environment, offers powerful, proactive protection against zero-day threats, spyware, and targeted attacks. Web Gateway combines this advanced security with flexible, granular control, enabling your business to take maximum advantage of the web without compromise.
McAfee SaaS Web Protection
McAfee SaaS Web Protection is a convenient service that maximizes threat protection by leveraging McAfee security professionals and Security-as-a-Service management. It protects against malware, malicious web infiltration, lost productivity, and corporate risk while enabling effective and economical control over threats, and freeing your business to take maximum advantage of Web 2.0.
News / Events
News
- McAfee Named Finalist in 11 SC Magazine 2012 Awards Categories
November 17, 2011Topics : Mobile Security
- McAfee Takes Cloud Computing Security to the Next Level
November 7, 2011
McAfee, an industry leader in cloud computing security, today announced its latest enhancements to the McAfee Cloud Security Platform.Topics : Email & Web Security
- McAfee Positioned in the Leaders Quadrant for Secure Web Gateway Magic Quadrant
June 6, 2011Topics : Email & Web Security
- McAfee Web Gateway Achieves Best Web-borne Malware Detection Rates in Comparative Review
March 16, 2011Topics : Email & Web Security, Security-as-a-Service (SaaS)
- McAfee Expands Cloud Security Footprint by 500 Percent
March 7, 2011Topics : Email & Web Security, Security-as-a-Service (SaaS)
- McAfee Named a Finalist in 15 Categories of SC Magazine 2011 Awards
November 11, 2010Topics : Email & Web Security, Risk & Compliance
- McAfee and Riverbed Expand Partnership to Provide Integrated Security and WAN Optimization in One Appliance
September 28, 2010Topics : Email & Web Security
- McAfee, Inc. Unveils Next-Generation Web Protection from the Cloud
June 29, 2010Topics : Email & Web Security, Security-as-a-Service (SaaS)
- McAfee, Inc. Provides Increased Protection Against Malware and Botnets
May 18, 2010Topics : Email & Web Security
- McAfee Wins 2010 SC Magazine Awards in Multiple Categories
March 5, 2010Topics : Email & Web Security, Endpoint Protection, Security Management
- McAfee, Inc. Named One of "Coolest Cloud Security Vendors" by Everything Channel's CRN
February 1, 2010Topics : Email & Web Security, Security-as-a-Service (SaaS)
- McAfee Positioned in the Leaders Quadrant for Secure Web Gateway Magic Quadrant
January 12, 2010Topics : Email & Web Security
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McAfee Content Security Suite
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McAfee Reporting Product Matrix
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McAfee Web Protection
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Blogs
- How not to get hacked: Stop email-borne threats!
David Bull - May 15, 2013
Cyber-attacks making headlines these days have resulted in embarrassing tweets, website defacement, and even theft of intellectual property. What’s the common thread in many of these events? Often, the inbox of an innocent employee. Whether it’s a low-tech phishing attack or embedded links leading to advanced malware, email still remains the most vulnerable and direct Read more... - NCCDC 2013 – Red Team Recap
Jim Walter - May 07, 2013
This past April (4/19 to 4/21) I had the great pleasure and experience of joining the Red Team at 9th NCCDC competition. It was actually my 2nd year on the Red Team and 4th year to attend in total (I judged in 2010 and 2011). McAfee is actually a perpetual Read more... - Intel, McAfee Investing in Network Security; Strength through Acquisition
Pat Calhoun - May 05, 2013
Some days you just feel lucky. This is one of those days. Since I’ve been with McAfee, I’ve had the privilege of being part of some of the most innovative and exciting milestones in online security – and today’s news is icing on the cake. I am excited and honored to share that McAfee has Read more... - Top Five Requirements for Tomorrow’s Email Security – Webinar featuring Forrester Research
David Bull - April 22, 2013
When is the last time you evaluated your email security solution? In the past, spam was the most pressing concern – but now the requirements have changed. Email has evolved into a more vulnerable communication channel than anyone ever imagined. The era of simple spam protection is over – we’ve got that covered. Now, advanced malware and Read more... - Beat Malware Through Integration
Rick Simon - April 22, 2013
At RSA Conference in late February, McAfee announced the acquisition of sophisticated sandboxing technology and 38 product enhancements that together extend McAfee’s lead in protection against malware. During our pre-RSA press and analyst event, McAfee senior vice president Pat Calhoun also discussed at length an idea we call “comprehensive malware protection,” which includes five foundational Read more...