Check Point® Software Technologies Ltd., a leading provider of AI-powered, cloud-delivered cybersecurity platforms, announces the launch of Check Point Quantum Spark 1900 and 2000, the latest in its series of next-generation firewalls for small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs). Announced. ). These advanced security gateways are specifically designed to protect small businesses from ever-evolving cyber threats. The new Quantum Spark security gateway delivers high-performance network security at scale with zero-touch provisioning, advanced cloud management, and automated threat management capabilities, making it ideal for midsize businesses.
In today’s digital age, small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) increasingly face cybersecurity threats. Despite their significant contributions to the global economy, these companies often suffer from limited IT capabilities and budgets, leaving them exposed to sophisticated cyberattacks such as malware, phishing, and ransomware. I am. Despite recognizing these increased risks and investing more money into security, many small and medium-sized businesses remain inadequately protected and have implemented enhanced security measures and training. Companies are just one part of it. To address these challenges, more small and medium-sized businesses are turning to managed service providers (MSPs) for comprehensive and customized cybersecurity solutions. By 2025, MSPs are expected to account for 40% of small and medium-sized businesses’ cybersecurity spending, highlighting the critical role that MSPs play in protecting these businesses.
Shahar Divon, Global Head of MSSP and SMB Check Point Software Technologies emphasizes: “The increased reliance on MSPs as key market conduits is a response to the growing need for end-to-end management of complex software stacks and the advancement of digital initiatives. Check Point’s Quantum Spark Next Generation firewalls are specifically designed to protect your data and systems from cyber-attacks and ensure safe and efficient access. These gateways promise a secure expansion of user numbers, transaction volumes, and data. “It not only supports remote workers, but also reduces costs, accelerates cloud adoption, and enables digital transformation.”
A full line of gateways can support businesses from 1 to 1,000 employees. They offer small businesses a powerful combination of AI-powered threat protection, easy management, and scalability. This is especially important as many small and medium-sized businesses struggle with limited cybersecurity resources and expertise. The introduction of these new products is aimed at enabling small and medium-sized businesses to effectively and confidently protect their operations amid the complexity of today’s cyber threat environment.
Quantum Spark™ Gateway 1900 and 2000 users enjoy the following benefits:
Accelerate threat protection performance: AI/ML-powered security gateway strengthens defenses against cyber threats, significantly improving threat protection by more than 2x and delivering an impressive 99.7% block rate against phishing, malware, DNS, and IoT attacks. Masu. Increase network resiliency, efficiency, and flexibility with an integrated switch and dual power supplies that eliminate the need for external switches and maximize operations with minimal downtime.
Integrated cloud security services and network connectivity: Innovative security software with the highest reliability, seamless user experience, IoT security, SD-WAN, and other enhancements.
Unified cloud management for MSPs: Advanced cloud management features for MSPs. It features a network operational view that enables streamlined automation of threat management for customers. Our unified security operations further streamline management for MSPs serving SMBs with a centralized hub for customer service, licensing, and proactive security monitoring accessible from a unified dashboard. I did.
“With cyber threats such as phishing and ransomware on the rise, small and medium-sized businesses face additional security challenges without the necessary IT expertise and resources to protect themselves. Check Point New Quantum Spark 1900 and 2000 network security gateways provide small and medium-sized businesses with AI-powered threat prevention, automated security for SD-WAN and IoT, and integrated security management that is easy to deploy and use.” Pete Finalle IDC Security Research Manager“Given the limitations, many small and medium-sized businesses have turned to managed service providers (MSPs) for security solutions. enables small and medium-sized businesses to support small and medium-sized businesses and reduces the need for on-site IT staff.”