March 11, 2009
- GMO Cloud
March 11, 2009
Press Release
GMO HOSTING & SECURITY Inc.
GMO HOSTING & SECURITY to Offer SaaS Remote Malware Monitoring and Detection on Web Hosting Platforms in Partnership with Armorize Technologies
Tokyo – March 11, 2009 – GMO Internet Group Company, GMO HOSTING & SECURITY in partnership with Armorize Technologies Inc. will introduce Armorize malware(*1) remote monitoring and detection SaaS solutions to GMO-HS web hosting services in early April from prices beginning at just 2,625 yen per month (inc. tax). To highlight the dangers of malware, a free three-month remote detection and notification service will be released on the same day.
Background to the Service Launch
Malicious attacks on web sites are on the increase. Compromised sites may direct visitors to sites that infect their computers with malware or steal confidential data and files. In 2008 damage caused by malware aimed at vulnerable sites occurred once every 4.5 seconds. Ninety per cent of victims were lured from the websites of well known corporations, government organizations and educational institutions. (*2)
When visitors infected by malware at a corporate website, weaknesses in the company’s risk management framework are exposed and trust is damaged. This could result in warnings being displayed against the company’s website in search engine results listings, and cause potentially serious damage to the web site’s ability to attract visitors.
Entering into a partnership with award-winning web application security provider, Armorize is part of the GMO-HS commitment to providing secure hosting services.
The Partnership
Armorize malware remote monitoring and detection solutions are used worldwide. Under the partnership, GMO-HS adds the SaaS malware monitoring and detection service to its business web hosting platforms. Armorize remotely monitors hosted websites. When injected malware is detected, it identifies the exact location (page) of the infection and immediately generates a notification, enabling administrators to react immediately, minimizing potential damage.
Service Fees
Free Version (3 months) | Regulare Version | |
Set Up Fee (including tax) | 0 yen | from 5,250 yen |
Monthly Fee (including tax) | 0 yen | From 2,625 yen |
Main service features | On demand for malware infection, detection, notification. | On demand/regular scanning for malware infection, detection, notification. |
About Armorize Technologies
Armorize Technologies is a software security company focused on web application security.
As part of the Armorize Appsec Suite, the HackAlert™ service integrates with CodeSecure™ Static Source Code Analysis platform and the SmartWAF™ Web Application Firewall (WAF) to provide end-to-end security for web applications.
The Armorize team has deep roots in web application security research and development, winning consecutive awards at the prestigious 2003 and 2004 International World Wide Web Conferences. Subsequent corporate recognition for innovative technology and business practices include winning the Red Herring Asia 100 award and being invited to present at the Dow Jones Venture Wire Technology Showcase 2008.
Headquartered in Santa Clara, CA, with its R&D center in the Nan Kang Software Park in Taipei, Taiwan, Armorize has a global customer base with clients among finance, telecom, government and technology sector leaders.
For more information, visit http://www.armorize.com
About GMO Hosting & Security
One of Japan's leading hosting providers, GMO Hosting & Security has been providing a diverse range of hosting services through the two brands iSLE and RapidSite since it was first established in 1997. While hosting services are the core of our business we also provide a range of Internet solution products such as electronic authentication certificates and hosting service OEM to ISP and web hosting companies. In November 2006 we received the ISMS (Information Security Management System) International Standard ISO/IEC27001:2005 and JIS Q 27001:2006 Certification.
About GMO Internet Group
GMO Internet Group, headquartered in Japan, is a leading force in the Internet industry offering one of the most comprehensive ranges of Internet services worldwide. The group holds top domestic market share in domain registration, web hosting, and payment processing and provides a host of other Internet services including global online security services, e-commerce solutions, and Internet advertising to both businesses and individuals. At the centre of the group is GMO Internet, Inc. a company listed on the prestigious first section of the Tokyo Stock Exchange (TSE: 9449).
Related Links (All links to Japanese language web sites unless otherwise indicated)
WebAlert: http://www.web-sec.jp/
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(*1) Malware: Malicious software including computer viruses, worms, and spyware. Incidences of files and confidential data stolen from end users computers, fraudulent use of web sites, and other damage caused by malware is increasing every year.
(*2) Sophos (1/2009) （https://secure.sophos.co.jp/security/whitepapers/）
(*1) Malware: Malicious software including computer viruses, worms, and spyware. Incidences of files and confidential data stolen from end users computers, fraudulent use of web sites, and other damage caused by malware is increasing every year.
(*2) Sophos (1/2009) （https://secure.sophos.co.jp/security/whitepapers/）
GMO Hosting & Security, Inc.
Company Name | GMO Hosting & Security Inc. http://gmo-hs.com/eng/ (TSE Mothers Market: 3788) |
Address | Cerulean Tower, 26-1 Sakuragaokacho, Shibuya ku, Tokyo, JAPAN |
CEO | Mitsuru Aoyama |
Business Description | - Web hosting - Internet security |
Capital | 907 million yen (12/2008) |
GMO Internet Inc.
Company Name | GMO Internet Inc. http://www.gmo.jp/en (TSE First Section Code: 9449) |
Address | Cerulean Tower, 26-1 Sakuragaokacho, Shibuya ku, Tokyo, JAPAN |
CEO | Masatoshi Kumagai |
Business Description | - Web Infrastructure & E-commerce - Internet Media |
Capital | 1.27 billion yen |
*All information contained in this document was accurate at the time of release. Please be aware that information is subject to change with the passage of time and occurrence of future events.