The First Automated Network Vulnerability Remediation Software of Its Kind To
Secure Known Server and Workstation Vulnerabilities
SAN JOSE, Calif., Feb. 19 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Citadel Security
Software Inc., a subsidiary of CT Holdings, Inc., (OTC Bulletin Board: CITN)
will announce the availability of Hercules,(TM) at the RSA Conference
2002(TM). Hercules is the first automated network vulnerability remediation
application of its kind to secure known server and workstation
vulnerabilities, reducing remediation effort for IT personnel.
Steve Solomon, CEO, along with other Citadel executives, will present
Hercules during a press conference in the Santa Clara Room of the San Jose
Hilton Towers at 2 p.m. on Tuesday February 19th. The product will be made
commercially available on February 25th.
"Response to our Beta program for Hercules has been tremendous. It is a
breakthrough network security solution, which is why I could not think of a
better arena [RSA Conference] to announce it," said Steven B. Solomon, CEO of
Citadel Security, "Not only does Hercules uniquely and effectively fill
critical security gaps in the server/workstation environment, but it also
saves IT personnel significant amounts of time and effort. Hercules is an
essential, cost-effective solution no enterprise can afford to be without."
Using a patent-pending process, Hercules automates the identification and
deployment of patches and fixes to commercial operating systems, applications
and databases. The solution aggregates vulnerability/remediation information
from such leading providers as BugTrac, Security Focus and other Internet
sources; it also imports scan information from ISS, CyberCop and Microsoft
hfNetCheck, then matches scan codes with the latest remediation codes from
vendors. Once those steps are complete, Hercules automatically remediates
targeted machines and vulnerabilities according to system administrator
parameters. The software also generates written reports of resolved
vulnerabilities, and continuously monitors servers and workstations to
determine vulnerability status.
Emanuel Carter, Senior Network Engineer for Intratek Computer, Inc., whose
organization participated in the beta testing of Hercules and deployed it at a
large government agency said, "During our beta test of Hercules, it far
exceeded our expectations. It would have taken months of time to remediate
the vulnerabilities which Hercules repaired within an hour. We're excited
about the technology of this system and what it will do to revolutionize the
way we can secure our systems, reduce costs and remain compliant with security
policies and mandates."
"Assessment of operating system and application vulnerability has become a
multi-billion-dollar concern for companies and government agencies worldwide,"
continued Mr. Solomon, "Plus, after recent terrorist attacks and CyberSecurity
risks, the world has become increasingly aware of the need for a secure
environment. New vulnerabilities are being discovered daily at an alarming
rate. As organizations and government entities are put on high alert, the
need becomes more pressing to remediate network vulnerabilities to ensure
security."
According to Security Focus statistics, 650 operating system
vulnerabilities were discovered in the year 2000-126 in Windows 2000/NT and 46
in Windows 9x platforms. CERT data shows that 34,754 vulnerability incidents
were reported in the first nine months of 2001, an increase of 470% over the
same period in 2000.
Hercules software runs on Microsoft NT, 2000, and XP systems, with future
support for Unix/Linux and Solaris under development. For more information
about Hercules or any of Citadel Security Software products, visit
http://www.citadel.com .
About Citadel Security Software, Inc.:
Citadel Security Software develops and markets computer security and
privacy software and network vulnerability remediation systems for one of the
fastest growing segments today - security "inside the firewall." These
products enable companies to enforce security policies from a single point of
control across all Windows and NetWare platforms. Citadel Security Software
products secure confidential information, applications and systems from
unauthorized access, worms, and other security vulnerabilities. The products
specifically enforce policies recently mandated by HIPAA and Gramm-Leach-
Bliley legislation for the health care and financial industries. Citadel's
clients include IBM Global Services, Merrill Lynch, the U.S. Navy and several
large health care companies.
Citadel Security Software is a subsidiary of CT Holdings, Inc.
(OTC Bulletin Board: CITN). For information on purchasing Citadel Security
Software products, contact the company at: Citadel Security Software, Inc.,
3811 Turtle Creek Blvd., Suite 770, Dallas, Texas 75219; phone: 214/520.9292;
fax: 214/520.9293 or visit http://www.citadel.com .
About CT Holdings:
CT Holdings, Inc develops and markets the Citadel Security line of desktop
and network security software, which it proposes to spin off to its
shareholders, and also acts as a developer of early stage companies, including
Parago and River Logic. CT Holdings' web site is located at
http://www.ct-holdings.com .
Safe Harbor/Forward-looking Statements:
Except for the historical information contained herein, this news release
contains forward-looking statements that are subject to risks and
uncertainties, including risks associated with the events required to occur
before the closing of the acquisitions contemplated by the letter of intent,
lack of operating history for the companies proposed to be acquired, and the
uncertainty of future profitability of companies to be acquired or of CT
Holdings. There are no guarantees that CT Holdings will successfully complete
the proposed acquisitions or successfully integrate the companies to be
acquired, or that the companies, if acquired, will ever achieve profitable
operations. There can be no assurance that the patent applications for the
target companies will be awarded. These and other risks are detailed from time
to time in CT Holdings' SEC reports, including the report on Form 10-KSB for
the year ended December 31, 2000 and its most recent Form 10-QSBs, as well as
in the Registration Statement on Form 10-SB, filed by Citadel Security in
connection with the proposed distribution of its shares to CT Holdings
shareholders.
CT Holdings undertakes no obligation to publicly release the result of any
revisions to these forward-looking statements, which may be made to reflect
events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of
unanticipated events.
CONTACT: Steven B. Solomon, CEO of Citadel Security Software,
+1-214-520-9292, ext. 306, ssolomon@citadel.com
SOURCE Citadel Security Software Inc.
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Related links:
http://www.ct-holdings.com
http://www.citadel.com http://www.rsa.com/events
CONTACT:
Steven B. Solomon, CEO of Citadel Security
Software, +1-214-520-9292, ext. 306, ssolomon@citadel.com , or
Tony Keller of S&S Public Relations, +1-847-955-0700, ext. 224,
tony@sspr.com
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