Sentrigo intros security scanning SW for databases

SANTA CLARA, USA: Sentrigo, Inc., the innovator in database security software, has announced Repscan version 3.0, a major new release of its database vulnerability assessment and security scanning software.

The software, which began shipping last week, incorporates new and improved features that allow users to more easily navigate, identify and interpret critical data within an enterprise, and now includes Microsoft SQL Server support said a press release.

Among the new product features is a graphical user interface, which has been completely redesigned to allow even security experts with limited database knowledge to run and interpret results. The product also adds powerful tools for penetration testing, as well as a database browser (with drill-down functionality) that allows interactive review of crucial database information.

“Databases require specialized skills to manage and secure. As database threats evolve, and as we see a continuing growth of compliance requirements relevant to data and database infrastructure, most admins are reliant on assessment support for specialized security and compliance policies,” said Adrian Lane, security strategist and analyst at Securosis.

Developed by security researcher, Alexander Kornbrust of Red Database Security, this new version of the successful Repscan product now offers deep database discovery capabilities allowing enterprises to locate and identify databases on a network. In addition, the product’s enhanced data discovery ability identifies which databases have sensitive information that is likely subject to compliance requirements.

“Often the toughest job in complying with a new standard or in protecting a database is figuring out which database tables contain the data you need to protect,” said Dan Sarel, vice president of products at Sentrigo. “Repscan’s new data discovery feature allows customers to find databases that contain payment card data, social security numbers, salaries, financial data and more.”