About the company:
macmon secure is a leading company specializing in the development of network security software focused on network access control. The company is a technology leader in the German market in network access control and is a member of BITKOM and the Trusted Computing Group. macmon secure is a proud holder of the “Deutsches IT-Sicherheitszertifikat” security certificate and is actively involved in research projects.
The company’s main goal is to enable all companies, regardless of size and sector, to control and protect access to their networks from unauthorized, unprotected devices and insider attacks without the need for changes to the existing environment. The macmon network access control (NAC) solution enables network administrators to control network access and manage connected devices.
In 2019, Belden acquired macmon secure, expanding its cybersecurity portfolio.
The NIS 2 Directive
Belden‘s position is that compliance with the Directive should not just be about meeting technical requirements, but an opportunity for organizations to enhance their overall cybersecurity and build a more resilient digital ecosystem.
Leveraging its deep industry expertise and cutting-edge technology, Belden transforms NIS 2 from a compliance obligation into a strategic advantage. The company’s solutions cover the directive’s requirements – from risk management and monitoring to incident response.
SOLUTIONS
macmon NAC
macmon Network Access Control (NAC) is a solution that allows you to know which devices are connected to your network and where while protecting your network against unauthorized device intrusions. macmon NAC ensures a comprehensive overview of all your devices, such as personal computers, printers, laptops, medical, and technical devices. They are identified at all times, effectively monitored and protected against unauthorised access. Guest and employee devices (BYOD) can be easily and securely enabled through the macmon Guest service, utilizing dynamic network segmentation management.
Industry-Specific Regulations: macmon NAC helps clients comply with industry-specific regulations in network security and adapts to the requirements of IT and OT environments. Over 1,800 installations of macmon NAC have been carried out worldwide.
What are the benefits to organizations of implementing macmon NAC?
- Enhanced network security: macmon provides real-time network visibility that helps organizations identify all devices connected to their network, including unauthorized devices. This helps prevent security breaches and ensures that only authorized devices are connected to the network.
- Access control: macmon allows organizations to control access to their network based on user identity, device type and location. This helps prevent unauthorized access and ensures that only authorized users have access to sensitive data.
- Threat detection: macmon offers advanced threat detection capabilities that help organizations detect and respond to security threats in real time. This includes identifying and blocking malware, detecting network anomalies and identifying compromised devices.
- Compliance: macmon helps organizations comply with various regulations and standards such as GDPR, HIPAA and PCI DSS. This is achieved by auditing where necessary, producing reports and implementing policies.
- Cost Savings: macmon offers a cost-effective network security solution by consolidating multiple features into one platform. This reduces the need for multiple security tools and helps organizations save on infrastructure costs.
Case Studies
macmon SDP
What is Secure Defined Perimeter SDP by macmon?
macmon secure has been focused on the Zero Trust and Network Access (ZTNA) strategy since 2003 with its proven network access control solution – macmon NAC. With macmon SDP, the company now extends protection to all cloud resources and all cloud services.
macmon’s Secure Defined Perimeter is a network security solution that creates a secure perimeter around sensitive data and applications, allowing access only to authorized users and blocking unauthorized users.
The focus of macmon is on the simplicity and user-friendliness of the developed solutions. macmon NAC and SDP are designed with a user-friendly interface and can be easily integrated into existing IT infrastructures. Additionally, these solutions are highly customizable, allowing businesses to tailor them to their specific needs. macmon partners and clients have access to training and consulting services, regardless of their size and industry.
What are the benefits to organizations of implementing macmon SDP?
- Enhanced security: the solution provides a secure network perimeter, ensuring that only authorized users and devices can access the network. This prevents data leaks and cyber attacks;
- Simplified network management: the macmon SDP solution, allowing you to focus on other important IT tasks;
- Real-time visibility: allows you to identify potential security threats and take action before they become a problem;
- Reduced costs: by implementing macmon SDP, network management costs can be reduced and overall efficiency increased;
- Zero trust security model: macmon SDP does not automatically trust any user or device, regardless of their location or access level in the organization;
- macmon's SDP solution supports standard protocols such as RADIUS and TACACS+ for authentication and authorization, making it easy to integrate with your existing security infrastructure. macmon SDP uses secure encryption to protect user data during transmission. This means that all data that is transmitted between users and resources is encrypted using industry-standard protocols such as Transport Layer Security (TLS). Granular access control allows administrators to define detailed policies that restrict access to sensitive resources based on factors such as user ID, device type, location and time of day. This ensures that only authorized users have access to sensitive data and resources.
