New Webroot® DNS Protection Delivers Privacy and Security

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OpenText has unveiled an updated version of Webroot DNS Protection that merges privacy and security features for businesses. This first-of-its-kind service employs DNS-over-HTTPS (DoH) to encrypt data, protecting against eavesdropping by malicious actors. The service is tailored for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) and managed service providers (MSPs), featuring easy deployment, centralized management, and comprehensive reporting. OpenText emphasizes the need for robust security measures while ensuring user privacy in an evolving cyber landscape.

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• First commercial DNS filtering service offering combined privacy and filtering controls.
• Utilizes DNS-over-HTTPS for secure, encrypted data transmission.
• Tailored for SMBs and MSPs, promoting ease of deployment and management.
• Maintains proven intelligence, visibility, and control benefits alongside enhanced privacy.

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Webroot DNS Protection is the first to provide both the privacy benefits of DNS-over-HTTPS encryption and the essential filtering controls needed for security visibility

WATERLOO, Ontario, June 30, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Building on its cyber resilience leadership, 84%A2%C2%A0" rel="nofollow">OpenText™ (NASDAQ: OTEX), (TSX: OTEX) released an updated Webroot® DNS Protection filtering service that delivers a secured internet connection that enables both privacy and security for businesses and end users.

"OpenText is thrilled to deliver the first commercial DNS filtering service that combines privacy benefits with filtering controls," said OpenText CEO & CTO Mark J. Barrenechea. "By leveraging DNS-over-HTTPS (DoH), OpenText is raising the bar on cyber resilience strategies, allowing customers to protect their users, devices and networks from a new generation of threats."

Webroot DNS Protection is currently the only DNS security product offering the ability to fully leverage DoH and its privacy benefits for businesses. Specifically, the service encrypts data using HTTPS to securely convey DNS requests to Webroot resolvers, preventing eavesdropping, manipulation or exploitation of data by third parties and malicious actors. Webroot DNS Protection has the same proven intelligence, visibility, security and control benefits as before, now with privacy included as well.

"With the prevalence of DNS-over-HTTPS likely to accelerate rapidly, organizations need to be planning now on how to maintain strong security controls while ensuring the right level of employee privacy. Rather than simply modifying existing capabilities to address DNS-over-HTTPS, Webroot is ahead of the curve in developing new features and technology to specifically resolve this issue," said John Grady, analyst at Enterprise Strategy Group.

In addition to strong privacy and security protections, the service is specifically designed for ease of deployment and management, making it ideal for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) and the managed service providers (MSPs) that serve them. This offering builds upon the MSP-ready capabilities available in all Webroot offerings; including centralized deployment and management, RMM and PSA integrations, comprehensive reporting, monthly billing and more. Further, it was architected as a software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution using Google Cloud around the globe to minimize latency while also providing amazing stability and reliability.

"Protection at the DNS layer is absolutely critical for organizations to prevent threats before they enter the network," said Hal Lonas, Senior Vice President and CTO, SMB and Consumer, OpenText. "But that security shouldn't come at the expense of privacy. That's why we created a service that allows both, that is still affordable and easy-to-operate, making it ideal for MSPs and SMBs who need this flexibility most."

To learn more about Webroot DNS Protection, visit webroot.com/us/en/business/dns-protection.

Additional resources:

• DoH White Paper
• Blog: DNS on the verge of a major overhaul

About OpenText
OpenText, The Information Company™, enables organizations to gain insight through market leading information management solutions, on-premises or in the cloud. For more information about OpenText (NASDAQ: OTEX, TSX: OTEX) visit opentext.com. 

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FAQ

What is the new Webroot DNS Protection from OpenText?

The new Webroot DNS Protection from OpenText provides a unique combination of privacy benefits and essential filtering controls, utilizing DNS-over-HTTPS for enhanced security.

When was the updated Webroot DNS Protection announced?

The updated Webroot DNS Protection was announced on June 30, 2020.

How does the Webroot DNS Protection enhance user privacy?

It encrypts data using HTTPS, securing DNS requests to prevent unauthorized access by third parties.

Is Webroot DNS Protection suitable for small businesses?

Yes, it is specifically designed for small and medium-sized businesses, ensuring ease of deployment and management.

What are the key benefits of Webroot DNS Protection?

Key benefits include enhanced privacy through encryption, proven security features, and streamlined management for SMBs and MSPs.