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SecureWipe by FirmGuard is the best choice for endpoint data erasure, offering a balanced solution that supports critical use cases like stolen devices, without the compromises of Windows Reset or physical destruction.
UEFI BIOS firmware attacks, such as BlackLotus, pose serious threats by bypassing Windows Secure Boot and allowing rogue operating systems to launch, compromising endpoints. FirmGuard can detect these issues and alert MSP admins, who can then take corrective action before any damage occurs.
SecureBeat links the FirmGuard endpoint agent and Cloud Server via a secure, encrypted tunnel, supporting features like SecureCheck, SecureConfig, SecureWipe, and SecureSense.
SecureSense offers comprehensive details about each individual endpoint, including system, CPU, memory, storage, and more. This information forms the foundation for FirmGuard’s analysis of endpoint health, status, and security posture. Additionally, SecureSense data fuels the FirmGuard dashboard and reporting engine, and when combined with other FirmGuard metrics, it creates an unparalleled platform for managing various endpoint aspects, including BIOS firmware security.
The US government warned the IT industry about UEFI firmware-based attacks via a CISA blog post. UEFI, a critical BIOS firmware in devices, can be exploited for persistent access by attackers. This malware can survive resets and hard drive replacements, posing a severe threat.
FirmGuard SecureConfig revolutionizes BIOS configuration, eliminating the need for physical access to endpoints. Administrators can remotely adjust BIOS settings with precision, overcoming geographical barriers and administrative complexities.
FirmGuard by Phoenix Technologies offers MSPs a robust BIOS firmware security solution, enhancing client protection and driving revenue growth. It secures the UEFI BIOS, a critical yet often overlooked component, reducing cybersecurity insurance costs and ensuring regulatory compliance. FirmGuard fits into existing pricing models and improves technician efficiency with features like SecureConfig. By integrating FirmGuard, MSPs can differentiate themselves, foster client loyalty, and uncover new revenue opportunities.
CVE-2024-3094 | CISA Alert | Ubuntu Alert
On March 28th, 2024, it was discovered that a sophisticated social engineering attack introduced a backdoor in the XZ Utils library, which provides data compression and decompression services and is included in many Linux distributions.
FirmGuard is uniquely positioned in the marketplace to help IT administrators monitor their endpoints for firmware vulnerabilities and thus keep up with the NIST CSF Detect function (DE.CM): Assets are monitored to find anomalies, indicators of compromise, and other potentially adverse events.
Healthy Technology Solutions (HTS) had been using FirmGuard successfully for many months to measure and monitor the status of their client endpoints, including UEFI BIOS firmware security. Within the span of less than a month, however, they suddenly had two high priority use cases for SecureConfig—which they had only recently begun to use. The specifics of the two use cases are highlighted below.
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