As more businesses deploy wireless devices for their workforce which come equipped with more connectivity options, the more chances exist that data can be compromised or that malware could be introduced into a network. A new solution from Safend, Safend Protector, aims to provide endpoint security by controlling data access from the physical ports of all enterprise endpoints, such as USB, FireWire, WiFi, Bluetooth, Infrared (IrDA), and CD/DVDs.

The solution is designed to give IT managers the ability to control which users can connect which peripheral devices across all communication ports. It also is compliant with recent legislation, such as Sarbanes-Oxley and HIPAA, that were enacted to creat tougher new data privacy standards and accountability and also mentions the need to control removable storage media.