Check Point Abra

Check Point Abra Overview:

Check Point Abra puts your office in your pocket, with a secure virtual workspace that changes the way mobile users work. Abra instantly turns any PC into your own corporate desktop, allowing users to access files and applications anywhere, anytime—without the weight of bulky laptops or work files. Its plug-and-play USB form factor allows users to easily launch a virtual workspace that keeps mobile data secure by segregating the virtual workspace from the host PC. And, built-in encryption protects data while working or traveling. Users can work offline from the encrypted USB drive or online using Abra’s integrated VPN client.

Key Benefits

• Turn any PC into your own corporate desktop with a simple, encrypted USB stick
• Access work files and applications anywhere, anytime with integrated VPN connectivity
• Secure virtual workspace that segregates data from the host PC, while strictly controlling applications and file transfers
• Built-in software and hardware encryption protects data and information while working or traveling
• Ideal for mobile workers, contractors, partners and disaster recovery plans

Your Challenge

Businesses have never been under more pressure to reduce costs and operate more efficiently, yet at the same time workers are increasingly demanding access to corporate applications and data anywhere and from any PC. The rapid growth of outsourcing to contractors, partners and knowledge workers who roam from one PC to another — including managed PCs in the office and unmanaged laptops at home or other remote sites — has accelerated the need for companies to provide users with secure access to their corporate desktop experience from any computer. However, financial and legal repercussions of a data breach continue to escalate, and a multitude of security threats must first be addressed.

Our Solution

Check Point Abra puts your office in your pocket, with a secure virtual workspace that changes the way mobile users work. Abra instantly turns any PC into your own corporate desktop, allowing users to securily access files and applications anywhere, anytime. Its plug-and-play USB form factor allows users to easily launch a virtual workspace that keeps mobile data secure by segregating the virtual workspace from the host PC. And, built-in encryption protects data while working or traveling. Users can work offline from the encrypted USB drive or online using Abra’s integrated VPN client.

Three Solutions in One

Features:

Plug-and-Play Operation
No host PC reboot, software installation or administrator rights are needed to launch the Abra secure virtual workspace. Just plug the encrypted Abra USB stick into any PC and provide valid authentication to begin.

Secure Virtual Workspace
Abra virtualization technology segregates the secure workspace from the host PC, enforcing isolation between the Abra and host PC environments. Since Abra writes nothing to the host, no session traces or data are left behind.

Standard Windows User Environment
The Abra secure virtual workspace leverages the standard Windows user environment, enabling easy navigation and rapid end-user adoption.

Integrated VPN Connectivity
Access critical files and applications anywhere using Abra’s advanced VPN client to connect with corporate networks and secure online resources. Host PCs are scanned to ensure presence of known-good antivirus software.

Always-on Hardware and Software Encryption
Data at rest on the Abra USB stick is always protected with ‘always-on’ AES 256-bit hardware encryption. In addition, software encryption isolates and protects the data when in use.

File Transfer Control
Transfer of files between personal and corporate workspace environments is strictly controlled by the security policy.

Application Control
Execution and use of applications and programs is strictly controlled by the security policy. Only pre-approved applications are allowed to run within the secure virtual workspace, effectively blocking installation of malware and other threats. Abra can also block attempts to print from applications running inside of the protected environment.

User Authentication
Abra supports minimum password strength enforcement, as well as certificates and tokens for multi-factor authentication. A ‘virtual keyboard’ can be used at login to block password theft by keyloggers.

Central Management
Abra is fully integrated with Check Point SmartDashboard, providing central policy administration and updates through Check Point gateways. Authentication and compliance scanning rules, VPN settings and software updates can be centrally deployed. Password recovery is available to maintain business continuity.

Specifications:

- Included
* - Optional

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Documentation:

Download the Check Point Abra Datasheet (PDF).

Support Options:

Support Programs for Abra
Check Point's Appliance Support programs provide technical support, software updates and upgrades.

Please visit our Support Programs for more information or Compare Programs for a summary of features.

Updates
Check Point protects against emerging threats with security updates, critical hot software fixes, service packs, and major software upgrades. Check Point SmartDefense Services include updates for Program Advisor, which supports application control for Abra.

Abra License Agreement
Check Point warrants that components shall be free from material defects and will function according to the documentation. If there is a hardware failure during the warranty period, the customer may contact TAC for faulty USB stick replacement. Replacements are sent in next business day shipment. Please see the Abra License Agreement for more information.

Professional Services
Check Point Professional Services are an essential component in successfully implementing, upgrading, and optimizing your Check Point products for maximum security and benefits. Check Point Professional Services provides:

• Advanced technical account management
• Jump start, implementation, design and planning