Check Point Software’s Quantum Spark™ Security Gateways Protect Small and Medium Businesses against the Most Advanced Cyber-Threats

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Check Point Software Technologies (NASDAQ: CHKP) announced its Quantum Spark™ series of security gateways for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), providing enhanced automated threat prevention and integrated security solutions. The expansion includes six advanced models designed to combat increasing cyber threats, especially as SMBs often lack the expertise to manage such risks. Features include zero-touch provisioning for easy setup, automated protection, and a mobile management app. The new models, 1600 and 1800, support businesses from one to 500 employees, with the previous 910 model now discontinued.

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• Launch of Quantum Spark™ series enhances security for SMBs, addressing critical needs in the market.
• Zero-touch setup allows for quick deployment, ensuring businesses can start protection in under a minute.
• New models extend service capabilities, supporting businesses of varying sizes (up to 500 employees).
• Automated threat prevention includes award-winning SandBlast technology, enhancing overall security.

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Extended range of gateways delivers award-winning automated threat prevention and integrated security out of the box, with zero-touch management to meet the unique needs of SMBs

SAN CARLOS, Calif., Feb. 03, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Check Point® Software Technologies Ltd. (NASDAQ: CHKP), a leading provider of cyber-security solutions globally, has today announced the the availability of its complete Quantum Spark™ series of security gateways for small and medium size businesses (SMBs). The range of six gateways sets new standards of protection against the most advanced cyber-attacks for SMBs, giving unrivalled ease of deployment and management, and delivering optimum security without needing specialist skills.

The 2020 Verizon Data Breach Investigations Report showed that 28% of all breach victims were SMBs, with 54% of attempted attacks on SMBs being successful, compared to a 7% success rate at larger companies. 62% of SMBs say they lack the skills to deal with cyber-security issues. With the FBI stating that cybercrime reports have quadrupled during the COVID-19 pandemic, SMBs urgently need integrated and automated security to prevent cyber-threats from damaging their business.

“Security threats are increasing in frequency and sophistication, but SMBs lack the expertise, manpower and IT budget to adequately address them.  They need security solutions that evolve with the threat landscape, are easy to use, and combine communications and security,” said Chris Rodriguez, IDC’s Network Security Research Manager. “Check Point’s Quantum Spark family of next generation firewalls are specifically designed to protect SMBs from the latest security threats, are easy to manage from the cloud or on the go with a mobile app, and provide optimized internet connectivity including Wi-Fi, fiber, GbE, VDSL and 4G LTE wireless in an 'all in one' solution.  Quantum Spark is also optimized for delivery by managed service providers as a monthly subscription, so SMBs can be secure regardless of their budget.”

Check Point’s Quantum Spark™ Gateways 1500 four-model series is now being expanded with two new models, 1600 and 1800.The full line of gateways allows supporting businesses ranging from one employee all the way to 500. Quantum Spark™ Gateway users benefit from:

• Highest levels of security with automated threat prevention: All models include Check Point’s award-winning SandBlast Zero Day Protection with up to 2Gb of threat prevention performance and over 60 security services focused on threat prevention.
  
  
• Automatic set-up in 60 seconds: All models feature zero-touch provisioning, which means they deliver full protection out-of-the-box inside one minute.
  
  
• Flexible connectivity: Quantum Spark Gateways include Gigabit Ethernet, Wi-Fi and integrated cellular LTE modems, giving users the widest range of connectivity options. Quantum Spark gateways also support multiple internet service providers and performance-based routing, delivering the best bandwidth and quality of service for applications.
  
  
• Easy, intuitive management: Check Point’s WatchTower mobile application enables staff to monitor their security status and quickly mitigate any threats directly from the mobile device. Security can also be managed from any bowser, using a cloud-based portal with intuitive web UI.
  

• Complete protection for remote employees and cloud applications: In addition to the network protection Quantum Spark gateways provide, businesses can protect all laptops and PCs against threats such as malware, ransomware and phishing with Check Point endpoint protection, and secure employees’ smartphones with Check Point mobile protection. Email and docs can be protected with Check Point email security.
  

“Check Point’s Quantum Spark™ gateways simply do their job of automatically protecting against all types of threat, without needing management attention or manual updates. This gives us peace of mind and enables us to focus on our business,” said Trevor Rowley, Managing Director, Optix Business Management Software.

“Small businesses are experiencing the same types of advanced, stealthy cyber-threats as large enterprises, but SMBs often don’t have the resources or security knowledge to fully protect themselves against today’s advanced cyber-threats,” said Itai Greenberg, VP of Product Management at Check Point Software Technologies. “The new Quantum Spark™ gateways give small and medium-size businesses the most advanced protection for their networks and employees’ devices, so they benefit from enterprise-grade automated security, together with easy intuitive management.”

For full details and specifications of the six models in the Quantum Spark™ Gateway range, visit this webpage.

Availability
As part of the expansion of the new Quantum Spark™ gateways, the 910 Security Gateway model is now discontinued and won’t be able to be ordered after July 2021. Check Point’s Quantum Spark™ Gateways 1500 four-model series and the two new models, 1600 and 1800 are available to order now.

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About Check Point Software Technologies Ltd.
Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. (www.checkpoint.com) is a leading provider of cyber security solutions to governments and corporate enterprises globally. Its solutions protect customers from 5th generation cyber-attacks with an industry leading catch rate of malware, ransomware and other types of attacks. Check Point offers its multilevel security architecture, Infinity Total Protection with Gen V advanced threat prevention, which defends enterprises’ cloud, network and mobile device held information. Check Point provides the most comprehensive and intuitive one point of control security management system. Check Point protects over 100,000 organizations of all sizes.

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FAQ

What is the latest product offering from Check Point Software (NASDAQ: CHKP)?

Check Point recently launched the Quantum Spark™ series of security gateways aimed at small and medium-sized businesses.

How does Check Point's Quantum Spark™ series protect against cyber threats?

The Quantum Spark™ series features automated threat prevention, zero-touch provisioning for ease of setup, and integrated security management.

What is the significance of the Quantum Spark™ series for small businesses?

The series provides advanced security solutions that are easy to manage, addressing the high vulnerability of SMBs to cyber threats.

What models are included in the Quantum Spark™ series launch?

The series includes six models, with the addition of new models 1600 and 1800 designed to support a range of business sizes.

What is the expected impact of the Quantum Spark™ series on Check Point's market position?

The launch positions Check Point favorably within the SMB market by providing tailored security solutions to meet their unique challenges.