Security Technical Implementation Guide

XYPRO Acquires SAP HANA SECURITY Solution from Hewlett Packard Enterprise

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Tuesday, August 31, 2021
General manager, Security, Hewlett Packard Enterprise, Risk management, Growth, Acquisition, HP Superdome, STIG, HPE, Open Systems International, Security Technical Implementation Guide, SAP, WASL, Nonstop, Time-invariant system, SAP HANA, Partnership, Compliance, Solution, HANA, Organization, National Security Database, Technology, Mission critical

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 31, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- XYPRO Technology Corporation (XYPRO), a leader in cybersecurity, announced it has acquired Workload Aware Security (WASL), a critical security and compliance monitoring platform for Linux and SAP HANA environments from Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE).

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  • LOS ANGELES, Aug. 31, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- XYPRO Technology Corporation (XYPRO), a leader in cybersecurity, announced it has acquired Workload Aware Security (WASL), a critical security and compliance monitoring platform for Linux and SAP HANA environments from Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE).
  • This acquisition brings XYPRO's mission critical security expertise to the Open Systems and SAP HANA market and customers.
  • "This acquisition further solidifies the strong partnership between XYPRO and Hewlett Packard Enterprise and positions XYPRO for even greater growth into new market segments.
  • Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global edge-to-cloud platform-as-a-service company that helps organizations accelerate outcomes by unlocking value from all of their data, everywhere.

Anchore Enterprise 3.1 Simplifies STIG Compliance for U.S. Federal Agencies

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Thursday, July 1, 2021
Computer security, Computing, Configuration management, Security Technical Implementation Guide, Kubernetes, Information technology management, Free software, Stig, Defense Information Systems Agency

SANTA BARBARA, Calif., July 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Anchore today announced the release of Anchore Enterprise 3.1 that includes simplified STIG compliance for U.S. federal agencies.

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  • SANTA BARBARA, Calif., July 1, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Anchore today announced the release of Anchore Enterprise 3.1 that includes simplified STIG compliance for U.S. federal agencies.
  • New capabilities in the federal edition automate STIG checks for cloud-native applications and provide security teams with a unified view on STIG compliance, vulnerabilities and other security issues.
  • Anchore's approach to STIG validation is based on deep experience working with the U.S. Department of Defense
    The federal edition of Anchore Enterprise 3.1 simplifies the process of DISA STIG checks for containers running in a Kubernetes cluster.
  • "Now, federal agencies can streamline DevSecOps for cloud-native applications by combining automated STIG checks and other security controls for a unified view of compliance."

SteelCloud Begins Software Deliveries for New Air Force-wide Program

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Wednesday, March 31, 2021
Computer security, Configuration management, Stig, Security Technical Implementation Guide, Automation

ASHBURN, Va., March 31, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- SteelCloud LLC, a leading STIG and CIS compliance automation software developer, announced today that it had begun deliveries of its ConfigOS STIG compliance automation software for a new U.S. Air Force program.This program calls for SteelCloud's ConfigOS software to be operational on every Air Force base within the next five years.

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  • ASHBURN, Va., March 31, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- SteelCloud LLC, a leading STIG and CIS compliance automation software developer, announced today that it had begun deliveries of its ConfigOS STIG compliance automation software for a new U.S. Air Force program.This program calls for SteelCloud's ConfigOS software to be operational on every Air Force base within the next five years.
  • This software was licensed to accelerate RMF and ATO processes while providing for continuous STIG compliance monitoring and remediation.
  • "We are excited to be supporting another large Air Force program with our STIG compliance automation software," said Brian Hajost, SteelCloud President and CEO.
  • SteelCloud develops STIG and CIS compliance software for government customers and those technology providers that support the government.

SteelCloud Awarded Enterprise License from an Army Component for STIG Compliance Software

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Tuesday, March 16, 2021
Computer security, Configuration management, Security Technical Implementation Guide, Stig, Regulatory compliance

ASHBURN, Va., March 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --SteelCloud LLC, a leading STIG and CIS compliance automation software developer, announced today that it is has been awarded an enterprise-scale license for its STIG compliance automation software from a component of the U.S. Army.ConfigOS is SteelCloud's patented compliance software suite that allows anyone to quickly establish a STIG (Security Technical Implementation Guide) and/or CIS (Center for Information Security) cybersecurity compliant environment.

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  • ASHBURN, Va., March 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --SteelCloud LLC, a leading STIG and CIS compliance automation software developer, announced today that it is has been awarded an enterprise-scale license for its STIG compliance automation software from a component of the U.S. Army.ConfigOS is SteelCloud's patented compliance software suite that allows anyone to quickly establish a STIG (Security Technical Implementation Guide) and/or CIS (Center for Information Security) cybersecurity compliant environment.
  • The license for its ConfigOS suite of compliance software covers over 40,000 endpoints across the organization's world-wide enterprise.This software was licensed to accelerate their RMF and ATO processes while providing for continuous STIG compliance monitoring and remediation.
  • "SteelCloud is pleased to add another enterprise DoD customer and we look forward to a successful implementation" he added.
  • SteelCloud develops STIG and CIS compliance software for government customers and those technology providers that support the government.

SteelCloud and GAI Forge Partnership to Address the Market for STIG Compliance Software

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Tuesday, December 8, 2020
Cloud computing, FedRAMP, Internet security, United States Office of Management and Budget, Security Technical Implementation Guide, National Institute of Standards and Technology, Computing, Computer security, Information technology management

ASHBURN, Va., Dec. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- SteelCloud LLC, a STIG and CIS compliance automation software developer, announced a new reseller partnership with Government Acquisitions, Inc. (GAI) .

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  • ASHBURN, Va., Dec. 8, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- SteelCloud LLC, a STIG and CIS compliance automation software developer, announced a new reseller partnership with Government Acquisitions, Inc. (GAI) .
  • "SteelCloud's patented STIG automated remediation software, ConfigOS,is a game-changer for anyone faced with the daunting compliance tasks associated with RMF, NIST 800-171, FedRAMP, or CMMC," said Jay Lambke, President, GAI.
  • Helping our federal customers simplify DFARS/NIST 800-171/NIST 800-53 compliance processes while continually maintaining a strong security posture is our goal.
  • We are proud to work with and represent SteelCloud as we constantly look to strengthen our portfolio with best-in-class cybersecurity solutions."

SteelCloud Selects DLT Solutions as the Distributor for its STIG Compliance Products

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Friday, July 31, 2020
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ASHBURN, Va., July 31, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --SteelCloud, LLC, a STIG and CIS compliance automation software developer, announced a new distribution partnership with DLT Solutions , a wholly owned subsidiary of Tech Data , and a premier government technology solutions aggregator.

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  • ASHBURN, Va., July 31, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --SteelCloud, LLC, a STIG and CIS compliance automation software developer, announced a new distribution partnership with DLT Solutions , a wholly owned subsidiary of Tech Data , and a premier government technology solutions aggregator.
  • "Adding SteelCloud and ConfigOS to our cybersecurity portfolio broadens DLT's channel partner and government customer access to leading security compliance automation software," said Chris Wilkinson, president, DLT Solutions, a Tech Data company.
  • "ConfigOS saves federal agencies time, cost and labor by rapidly scanning endpoint systems and remediating STIG controls, which helps accelerate the ATO process."
  • "DLT has a great reputation for understanding complex government acquisition challenges,"said Brian Hajost, SteelCloud President and CEO.

SteelCloud Publishes "STIGs for Dummies" eBook

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Tuesday, June 9, 2020
Computer network security, Computer security, Cryptography, Cybercrime, Information governance, Stig, Security Technical Implementation Guide, Information technology management, Hess, Regulatory compliance, MEN, Cyberwarfare

Kenneth Hess, the author, funnels decades of experience into a definitive guide that simplifies the many facets of the highly specialized process of becoming and maintaining STIG compliance.

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  • Kenneth Hess, the author, funnels decades of experience into a definitive guide that simplifies the many facets of the highly specialized process of becoming and maintaining STIG compliance.
  • "STIG compliance is a fundamental security hygiene regiment that is the foundation for cyber security best practices," said Brian Hajost, SteelCloud President and CEO.
  • To download your copy, visit: https://www.steelcloud.com/stigsfordummies/
    Kenneth "Ken" Hess is a practicing senior system administrator and technology author, blogger, columnist, editor, and podcaster.
  • SteelCloud products are easy to license through our GSA Schedule 70 contract.SteelCloud can be reached at (703) 674-5500.Additional information is available at www.steelcloud.com or by email at [email protected] .

SteelCloud STIG Automation Software to be Utilized in DoD UAV Program

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Tuesday, March 31, 2020
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ASHBURN, Va., March 31, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- SteelCloud LLC announced today that its ConfigOS STIG compliance software has been selected to automate STIG compliance for a DoD Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) program.

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  • ASHBURN, Va., March 31, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- SteelCloud LLC announced today that its ConfigOS STIG compliance software has been selected to automate STIG compliance for a DoD Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) program.
  • "Being network and domain-independent, and requiring no agents or clients, ConfigOS is uniquely suited to the DoD's non-traditional computing platforms.
  • During the COVID 19 crisis, SteelCloud has implemented best practices for social distancing and telework, as part of our Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP).
  • SteelCloud develops STIG and CIS compliance software for government customers and those technology providers that support the government.

SteelCloud Releases Major Update to its Patented STIG Automation Software

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Wednesday, December 4, 2019
Configuration management, Computer security, Security Technical Implementation Guide, Automation, Companies, Stig, Red Hat, Cloud computing, Computer companies, Computing

ASHBURN, Va., Dec. 4, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- SteelCloud LLC, a STIG and CIS automation and remediation software developer, announced today that is has released the latest version of its ConfigOS Command Center product, Release 2.7.

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  • ASHBURN, Va., Dec. 4, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- SteelCloud LLC, a STIG and CIS automation and remediation software developer, announced today that is has released the latest version of its ConfigOS Command Center product, Release 2.7.
  • Additionally, extensive revisions to the ConfigOS scanning and remediation engine has significantly increased STIG control coverage for Red Hat 6 and 7.
  • "With this performance update, we also focused on enhancing and expanding the user-experience with efficient access to information and increased automation of policy compliance tasks.
  • SteelCloud develops STIG and CIS compliance software for enterprise customers and technology providers.

Crunchy Data and Center for Internet Security Announce Benchmark Update for PostgreSQL 12

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Wednesday, November 20, 2019
Database management systems, Data management, Databases, Cross-platform software, SQL, PostgreSQL, Security Technical Implementation Guide, Center for Internet Security, Benchmark, Embedded SQL

CHARLESTON, S.C., Nov. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Crunchy Data , the leading provider of trusted open source PostgreSQL technology and support, in collaboration with the Center for Internet Security, is pleased to announce the publication of a PostgreSQL CIS Benchmark for PostgreSQL 12.

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  • CHARLESTON, S.C., Nov. 20, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Crunchy Data , the leading provider of trusted open source PostgreSQL technology and support, in collaboration with the Center for Internet Security, is pleased to announce the publication of a PostgreSQL CIS Benchmark for PostgreSQL 12.
  • Crunchy Data again collaborated with CIS by evaluating open source PostgreSQL 12 against CIS's security requirements and developed the guide defining how open source PostgreSQL can be configured and deployed to meet security requirements for enterprise systems.
  • This newly published CIS PostgreSQL 12 Benchmark joins the existing CIS Benchmarks for PostgreSQL 9.5, 9.6, and 10 while continuing to build upon Crunchy Data's efforts with the PostgreSQL Security Technical Implementation Guide (PostgreSQL STIG).
  • Learn more at https://iase.disa.mil/stigs/Pages/index.aspx
    Center for Internet Security, CIS, and CIS Benchmark are registered trademarks of the Center for Internet Security.