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SSAE 16 Type II Audit Completed
Posted in Company News,Security
We are pleased to announce Adhost successfully completed a Statement for Attestation Engagements No. 16 (SSAE 16) Type II audit. In previous years, Adhost passed SAS 70 audits, and this year the American Institute of Certified Public Accounts (AICPA) replaced the SAS 70 with the SSAE 16. Compared to SAS 70, SSAE 16 brings US companies up to date with the new international service organization reporting standards, the ISAE 3402.
During a week-long on-site visit in July, an independent service auditor examined the policies, procedures and business processes in place at Adhost over the previous one-year time period. The following controls related to colocation and other data centers solutions provided in our Seattle data centers were audited:
- Control Environment
- Physical Security
- Environmental security
- Availability
- Operations
Data center companies who complete annual audits are able to demonstrate a substantially higher level of assurance and operationally visibility than those companies who do not. The completion of the SSAE 16 Type II audit typifies Adhost’s continued commitment to create and maintain the most stringent controls needed to ensure the highest quality and security of services provided to our customers.
A SSAE 16 report, also known as a SOC 1 (Service Organization Control) report, is beneficial to both the service organization and its clients because it demonstrates that the service organization has implemented effective control objects and activities. All of our data center clients, including publicly traded companies and those in the financial and healthcare industries, benefit from our processes and procedures and are able to use our audit report for their required audits.
To learn more about SSAE 16 and the details of the audit, visit our SSAE 16 page.
posted by Amy R 2:12 pm September 7, 2011permalink | digg this | technorati
Server Care Packages for Cloud, Dedicated and Colocated Servers
Posted in Company News,SecurityTake the hassle and worry out of your server management by signing up for our new Server Care package. Our Seattle-based systems administrators will keep your cloud, dedicated or colocated servers running smoothly and securely 24×7 so you can focus on your core business. Benefits include:
- Disk utilization tracking and analysis
- Memory utilization tracking and analysis
- Processor utilization tracking and analysis
- 5 URLs monitored per server
- 4 additional monitoring points per server
- Application maintenance
- Server load balancing
- Firewall configuration and management
- Security logging
- 20 GB of secure online backup
Custom management solutions are available for complex networks as well. For more information, visit our Server Care packages or contact Adhost Sales at sales@adhost.com or 1-888-234-6781.
posted by Amy R 12:16 pm June 17, 2011permalink | digg this | technorati
Online Backup Solution Upgrade
Posted in Company News,SecurityWe’re pleased to announce an upgraded version of our online backup solution for colocation and dedicated server clients. Data is encrypted before being transmitted to a world-class infrastructure on the East coast, where it’s stored securely yet accessible 24x7x365. We’ve completed the migration of existing clients over to this new and improved platform.
Features of the new version include:
- Military-grade encryption
- Regulatory compliant
- Bandwidth optimized
- Geographically separated storage
- Nightly monitoring
- Immediate data restoration
Colocation and dedicated server customers can test out the service with a free 30 day trial. Learn more about service at Online Backups.
posted by Amy R 2:20 pm November 12, 2010permalink | digg this | technorati
SAS 70 Type II Audit Completed
Posted in Company News,Security
We are pleased to announce Adhost successfully passed our second annual SAS 70 Type II audit. During a week-long on-site visit in July, an independent service auditor examined the policies, procedures and business processes in place at Adhost over the previous one-year time period. The following controls related to the colocation and dedicated server solutions provided in our Seattle data centers were audited:
- Control Environment
- Physical Security
- Environmental security
- Availability
- Operations
The examination was performed in accordance with standards established by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. Data center companies who complete an annual SAS 70 audit are able to demonstrate a substantially higher level of assurance and operationally visibility than those companies who do not.
By successfully passing our second annual SAS 70 Type II audit, we continue to demonstrate our commitment to stringent controls and security of services in our data centers. Adhost colocation and dedicated server clients benefit from our processes and procedures and are able to use our audit report for their required audits. Existing Adhost clients, as well as potential clients, can request a copy of the SAS70 audit report by emailing sales@adhost.com.
To learn more about SAS 70 and the details of the audit, visit our SAS 70 page.
posted by Michael K. Smith 10:53 am September 9, 2010permalink | digg this | technorati
SANS Security Newsletter
Posted in SecurityThe December SANS Ouch! Newsletter (aka the Security Newsletter for Computer Users) is available and contains useful computer jargon in plain English. As the editor notes: ‘Computer jargon appears more and more in the news and pops up in everyday conversation. When you are in over your head with a computer problem, familiarity with these terms will help you communicate more effectively with IT or your computer consultant.’
Do you know the difference between 3G and 4G? How about ransomware and spyware? Sniffing and social engineering? If not, check out the December SANS Ouch.
posted by Amy R 6:01 pm December 7, 2009permalink | digg this | technorati
Network Security Webinar Presented by WatchGuard
Posted in Company News,SecurityEmerging Network Security Threats Stopped: How secure is your network?
Join Adhost and WatchGuard for a fast paced webinar where you will learn about the power of Unified Threat Management (UTM) for protecting your essential employee, customer and business data.
When: Thursday, November 12, 11 am – 12:30 pm PST
Topics to be covered include:
* Today’s security landscape
* Inspecting the applications we use
* Bots malware review
* Egress filtering and data loss
* Definition
* Strategies
Who should attend:
* Adhost clients with colocated and dedicated servers
* Businesses looking to safeguard their internal networks
The presenter will be WatchGuard Senior Sales Engineer Peter McNaull. As a WatchGuard Expert Partner, Adhost offers WatchGuard firewall products and services.
posted by Amy R 12:21 pm November 2, 2009permalink | digg this | technorati
WatchGuard Security Lunch Seminar
Posted in Seattle Internet Events,SecurityJoin network security pioneer WatchGuard Technologies for a luncheon seminar covering today’s security threats. Quickly strengthen the security of your network, while saving money doing so. Learn how next generation extensible threat management (XTM) solutions will protect your business against emerging threats while reducing your network costs and complexity. All attendees receive a 20% Discount Coupon for use on your next WatchGuard appliance purchase.
Date: October 14, 2009 – Tukwila, WA
Time: 11:30 am – 1:30 pm, Lunch provided, free parking
Location: Great American Casino in Tukwila, WA
Register: Online at WatchGuard’s Web site
We’re also parterning with WatchGuard for a Security Webinar on Thursday, November 12 at 11 am. Register online.
Adhost is a WatchGuard Expert Partner, offering WatchGuard firewall products and services for our server colocation and dedicated server clients. As a partner, we have the training to recommend the best solution for your business. Learn more.
posted by Amy R 5:22 pm September 30, 2009permalink | digg this | technorati
Reduced Price on Geotrust True BusinessID with Extended Validation SSL Certificates
Posted in Company News,SecurityIf you’re in the market for an SSL certificate, now is a great time to purchase a Geotrust True BusinessID with Extended Validation (EV) SSL certificate. These certificates are 50% off their regular price.
Only Extended Validation SSL Certificates trigger the green bar in high-security web browsers like the graphic below.
Learn more about SSL certificates and order one today at our SSL Certificates page.
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Adhost Partners with WatchGuard for Managed Firewall Services
Posted in Company News,Security
Adhost is partnering with WatchGuard to offer managed firewall services for Adhost’s server colocation and dedicated server clients. Also located in the Seattle area, WatchGuard specializes in unified threat management (UTM) solutions that combine firewall, VPN and security devices to protect networks.
As a partner, we have the training to recommend the best solution for your business, plus we receive discounts on WatchGuard products which we pass on to you. Learn more about WatchGuard devices and special deals at: www.adhost.com/watchguard.
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Adhost Managed Security Services
Posted in Company News,SecurityAre your servers prepared for the new security threats that emerge everyday on the Internet? Adhost has a dedicated team of security professionals, including two Certified Information Systems Security Professionals (CISSPs), who are up-to-date on these latest threats and committed to providing customized security solutions to our colocated and dedicated server clients.
Our managed security services include:
- Security implementations for compliance (PCI Level 1, HIPAA and Sarbanes-Oxley compliance)
- Dedicated firewalls for network security
- Virtual private networks
- Managed anti-virus protection
- Security event monitoring and remote secure logging
- Intrusion detection systems
- Web application firewalls
Based on your business requirements, we’ll work with you to find the best security solution to protect your confidential and essential information on your servers.
For more information visit Managed Security Services. Or to set up a security consultation, contact Adhost Sales at 1-888-234-6781 or sales@adhost.com.
posted by Amy R 10:34 am September 14, 2009permalink | digg this | technorati
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