DataLocker Releases PortBlocker for SafeConsole

By AIT News Desk On Jan 3, 2019

PortBlocker cost-effectively helps enterprises ensure no unauthorized data leaves your organization on USB storage devices

DataLocker, Inc., a leading provider of encryption solutions, announced PortBlocker, an endpoint protection agent that limits USB mass storage devices used on a user’s workstation. It is a straightforward approach to prevent data breaches while also keeping malware out of your workstation. Integrated with SafeConsole® central management platform for encrypted devices and endpoints, PortBlocker™ is easy to deploy and remotely manage.

PortBlocker™ can filter USB mass storage, MTP, and PTP devices. Common USB-connected peripherals known to use the USB mass-storage device class include:

USB flash drives
USB external hard drives
MP3 players
Digital cameras
Media card readers
Smart Phones

Other devices, such as USB mice and keyboards, are always allowed.

PortBlocker™ is installed on workstations to ensure only whitelisted devices may be mounted as USB mass storage devices. This blocks usage of unsecured and unaudited USB mass storage devices and ensures that those infected with malware cannot infect the workstation or network. PortBlocker™ also logs USB activity and reports back to the SafeConsole® management server for auditing. Managing PortBlocker™ with SafeConsole® allows administrators to control which devices are allowed or blocked, set policies for different groups, and see audit logs and activity.

PortBlocker™ Key Features

Endpoint Port Control – Whitelist USB storage devices by VID, PID, and serial number through SafeConsole®.
Geofence – Devices can be automatically blocked when the workstation is outside of the geolocation requirements, including IP Address, Country or ISP.
Workstation-Based Policy Enforcement – Policies are applied based on the workstation location in Active Directory. Individual policy can be created down to the workstation level, if needed.
Quick Disable/Enable – Administrators can remotely Allow All and Block All devices through SafeConsole®.
Activity Audits – Events including when a device is blocked, an endpoint is registered, the allow all devices policy is changed, etc., are reported to SafeConsole® in the Device Audit Logs.
Automatic Refresh – PortBlocker™ automatically receives policy updates from SafeConsole®.
Easy Deployment – Deploy PortBlocker™ to multiple workstations with little user interaction.
Proxy Aware – Use PortBlocker™ in secure network environments without special configurations.

“PortBlocker™ represents the next step in the evolution of DataLocker as a Data Loss Prevention (DLP) solution for removable storage. It allows organizations to ensure that the only devices used to copy files in its environment are approved, secured and audited. Its integration with SafeConsole®, the leading central management solution for encrypted storage, makes locking down your USB ports simple and hassle free,” said Jay Kim, CEO, DataLocker.

Minimum Requirements

Active SafeConsole® account (v5.4.0+)
SafeConsole® account (base) is required for new accounts, plus a valid PortBlocker™ license per workstation (licenses available in 1 or 3 years)
Windows™ 7 or 10 (macOS support coming Q2 2019)
512MB of RAM
1GB of available hard-disk space
Connection to SafeConsole® server for registration and policy updates
1Mbps network connection
Intel Quad Core Atom processor, or equivalent x86 – x64 processor
Uses the WinINET (Internet Explorer) system user’s proxy settings. Can use either manual proxy settings or a pac script.