Akamai Launches New Malware Protection for Uploaded Files

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Akamai Technologies (NASDAQ: AKAM) announced the launch of Malware Protection, an innovative solution designed to shield web applications and APIs from malicious file uploads. This new offering enhances Akamai's web application and API protection (WAAP) by detecting and blocking malware at the edge of the network, thus preventing potential threats from reaching critical systems. The technology, which requires no installation for customers, addresses the surge in file uploads across various industries, providing a vital security measure for online assets.

Positive

• Launch of Malware Protection enhances web application and API security.
• Solution detects and blocks malware at the edge, preventing threats.
• No installation or application code changes required for customers.

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• None.

 Edge-based solution detects and blocks malicious files uploaded to web apps and APIs

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., June 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Akamai Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: AKAM), the cloud company that powers and protects life online, today unveiled Malware Protection, which shields web applications and APIs from malicious uploads. The solution expands Akamai's web application and API protection (WAAP), detecting and blocking malware at the edge, preventing it from reaching targeted systems where it can detonate and spread.

Malware Protection addresses the growing problem of malware embedded in files uploaded to web applications such as travel & hospitality, financial sites, customer portals and content management systems. The solution provides a modern approach to protection, inspecting files uploaded to applications and APIs on the Akamai Intelligent Edge network, detecting and blocking malware at the edge.

Because the malware scanning engine is hosted completely on the Akamai Intelligent Edge, there is nothing for customers to install and no changes in application code are required. This makes it easier to deploy and maintain than alternative approaches, such as Internet Content Adaptation Protocol (ICAP)-integrated solutions. Because malware is blocked at the edge, Malware Protection also provides a better security outcome, isolating threats from targeted origins.

"Business processes across a variety of industries have shifted to web applications and users are uploading far more files than before," said Patrick Sullivan, CTO, Security Strategy for Akamai. "With Malware Protection, Akamai is helping customers to easily reduce risk resulting from files uploaded via Web Apps right at the Edge.. This addresses a growing concern among Akamai customers and provides added assurance that their online assets are protected."

About Akamai

Akamai powers and protects life online. Leading companies worldwide choose Akamai to build, deliver, and secure their digital experiences — helping billions of people live, work, and play every day. With the world's most distributed compute platform — from cloud to edge — we make it easy for customers to develop and run applications, while we keep experiences closer to users and threats farther away. Learn more about Akamai's security, compute, and delivery solutions at akamai.com and akamai.com/blog, or follow Akamai Technologies on Twitter and LinkedIn.

Contact: Jim Lubinskas, 703-907-9103, jlubinsk@akamai.com

 

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FAQ

What is Akamai's new Malware Protection?

Akamai's Malware Protection is a solution that detects and blocks malicious files uploaded to web applications and APIs, enhancing security at the edge of the network.

When was the Malware Protection solution launched by Akamai?

The Malware Protection solution was launched on June 6, 2022.

How does Akamai's Malware Protection work?

It scans and blocks malware at the edge of the Akamai Intelligent Edge network, preventing harmful files from reaching targeted systems.

What industries can benefit from Akamai's Malware Protection?

Industries such as travel, hospitality, finance, and content management can benefit from this protection against malware embedded in uploaded files.

Why is Akamai's Malware Protection significant?

It addresses a growing concern among customers regarding the risks posed by increased file uploads, providing assurance that their online assets are secure.