ARIA Cybersecurity Solutions Accelerates Zero-Trust Adoption with Transmit-Only SmartNIC

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CSPi has announced the launch of the Myricom ARC-C TxO, a network interface adapter designed for secure unidirectional data transmission, aimed at preventing cyberattacks. This data diode solution enables one-way data flow from secure to non-secure domains, eliminating risks of malware transfer. Deployed in major public cloud and governmental operations, the TxO is essential for industries like pharmaceuticals and energy where secure data monitoring is critical. The low-power and cost-effective design enhances operational security while maintaining high-speed data transmission.

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• Launch of Myricom ARC-C TxO network interface adapter enhances cybersecurity offerings.
• Cost-effective solution for secure, one-way data transmission addresses increasing demand from OEMs and large customers.
• Successful deployment in significant sectors such as public cloud and government applications.

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Myricom ARC-C TxO provides network intrusion protection and cyberattack prevention with a unidirectional network traffic gateway solution

BOSTON, Dec. 21, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ARIA Cybersecurity Solutions, a CSPi business (NASDAQ: CSPi) announces the availability of the Myricom ARC-C TxO network interface adapter designed to act as a secure unidirectional network bridge. Known as a transmit only data diode it is used by OEMs, government agencies as well as by data center operators to enable one way network traffic to leave a secured domain to a non-secured domain, with no physical path back in the opposite direction. Establishing a data diode via a SmartNIC is a simple, cost-effective way for organizations to protect the network environment from intrusions as well as the passing of malicious code, such as malware or ransomware. ARIA provides this capability in a low profile, low power draw SmartNIC that can be deployed in any server or network appliance’s PCIe slot making it an attractive low-cost component to a transmit only gateway solution.

To date the Myricom ARC-C TxO SmartNIC has been deployed in organizations including a large public cloud operator, and in government applications requiring a network gateway that allows one-way data transfer between classified and unclassified networks. Its ideal for production OT environments, such as in Pharma and energy production which require monitoring and analytics extraction without a possibility of a comprisable return path.

Exploiting the return traffic pathway has become a commonplace attack vector as witnessed by the increase in nation-state back novel intrusion and ransomware cyberattacks. Today’s approach has been to build complete air-gapped environments with no outside the secured environment network connections. This is an unrealistic approach for most of today’s mission and businesses requirements. The 10G PCIe Myricom TxO SmartNIC provides the best of both worlds, high-speed, low-latency outbound data transmission, while making it physically impossible to transfer data back inside the secured network.

“We’re experiencing increased demand from our OEMs, and large customers to create a one-way data path. They see this as a simple, low-cost, low-risk way to preserve and protect their operations, while eliminating a critical attack vector.” said Gary Southwell, General Manager of ARIA Cybersecurity Systems. “The Myricom ARC-C SmartNIC line is highly regarded for its performance and dropless packet capture. Adding security features is a win our customers.”

The programmable custom network processor ASIC found on 10G Myricom ARC adapters allows the offering of specialized firmware that supports a transmit only (data-diode) network path that maintains optical connectivity with no physical return path. ARIA provides its expertise and works with OEMs and end customers to help them adapt the technology into network gateway applications.

Contact: MyricomSales@ariacybersecurity.com 

ABOUT ARIA CYBERSECURITY SOLUTIONS
ARIA Cybersecurity Solutions, a business of CSPi Inc., recognizes that better, stronger, more effective cybersecurity starts with a smarter approach. Our solutions provide new ways to monitor internal traffic while capturing and feeding the right mix of analytics to security tools like SIEMs or our ARIA ADR solution to substantially improve threat detection and surgically disrupt cyberattacks and data exfiltrations. Customers in a range of industries rely on our solutions to improve their security posture—no matter their environment. ARIA Cybersecurity Solutions include ARIA Software-Defined Security (SDS), Myricom SmartNIC network adapters, and nVoy Security appliances. With a proven track record supporting the Department of Defense and many intelligence agencies in their war on terror, and an award-winning portfolio of security solutions, ARIA Cybersecurity Solutions is committed to leading the way to ensure cybersecurity success. Learn more at ARIACybersecurity.com.

Contact:
Gary Southwell
General Manager, ARIA Cybersecurity Solutions
gary.southwell@ariacybersecurity.com 

 

FAQ

What is the Myricom ARC-C TxO by CSPi?

The Myricom ARC-C TxO is a network interface adapter for secure unidirectional data transmission, serving as a data diode to protect against cyberattacks.

How does the Myricom ARC-C TxO improve cybersecurity?

It creates a one-way data path, preventing malicious code transfer and providing a low-cost solution for secure data monitoring.

What industries are using the Myricom ARC-C TxO?

It is utilized in various sectors, including pharmaceuticals and energy, as well as in government applications.

What benefits does the Myricom ARC-C TxO offer to organizations?

It offers high-speed, low-latency data transmission while ensuring no return traffic to secure networks, thus enhancing operational security.

What has driven the demand for the Myricom ARC-C TxO?

Increased cyber threats and the need for secure data transfer in sensitive environments have driven demand from OEMs and large customers.