Security Solutions for Embedded Devices

Cyber threats and attacks are real security risks.  The number of new threats continues to increase year-over-year, making the protection of data, processes and business value more critical now than ever.  Bsquare helps device makers deliver secure, low maintenance devices that both they and their customers can trust. 

With device security solutions from Bsquare, manufacturers can ensure that their fixed function products and devices are protected from cyber threats and attacks. Bsquare partners with McAfee, the world's largest dedicated security technology company. McAfee Embedded Control is a small footprint, low overhead security software solution that addresses a wide range of business requirements for security solutions including:

• Assured system integrity – Whitelisting enables execution of only approved programs 
• Memory control – Protects processes from malicious attacks
• Change control – Provides real-time visibility into system changes, enabling earlier identification of risks 
• Audit and policy compliance – including HIPAA/FDA, NGC, PCI, PCIATM

McAfee Embedded Control supports multiple operating systems, including Microsoft Windows Embedded, Linux and coming soon, support for Android.    For devices that need to run transparently and protect against security risks, the solution reduces support costs by eliminating need for anti-virus software and constant updates.  And, with specific support for a wide range of vertical markets McAfee Embedded Control enables system-level protection of fixed function devices for:

• Retail, point-of-sale systems & digital signage: ATMs, cash registers, kiosks, networked devices, wireless communication systems, digital displays, scales and lighting
• Medical: Monitors, pumps, communications, networking, diagnostics, testing devices and scanning systems
• Gaming: Hand-held gaming devices and gambling kiosks
• Industrial automation and controls: Sensors, monitors, robots and robotic systems, communication systems and networking systems
• Aerospace and defense: Communications systems, robotic controls, guidance and avionics systems, targeting and control systems and wireless networking
• Consumer Electronics: Set-top boxes, home-networked and smart home devices
   

To learn about how Bsquare uses McAfee Embedded Security to ensure fixed function devices are secure, email a Bsquare sales representative or call 1.425.519.5900 or 1.888.820.4500.