The features include a Stateful Packet Inspection (SPI) firewall, application-level proxies for various protocols (HTTP, FTP, POP3, SMTP) with antivirus support, virus and spam filtering for e-mail traffic (POP and SMTP), content filtering of Web traffic, Intrusion Detection System (IDS), and a "hassle free"VPN solution (based on OpenVPN). The main advantage of Endian Firewall is that it is a pure open source solution that is commercially supported by Endian.
Endian Firewall has the goal of working with the open source community to build a complete, secure and stable firewall exclusively from open source software. Public forum, rapid progress, open process, open minds, open to new ideas. A proving ground for new technology that may eventually make its way into Endian's Enterprise edition.
Firewall with SPI
Endian Firewall is a firewall appliance based on Stateful Packet Inspection technology that identifies every incoming packet by recognizing the source and contents of each packet Endian Firewall can guard against unwanted intrusions or external attacks.
Mail Security
Have your e-mails protected from virus and spam! Endian Firewall watches any mail server or client, thanks to transparent proxies. Any mail server like Microsoft Exchange or Domino as well as mail programs like Microsoft Outlook or Thunderbird will automatically be protected and filtered by Endian Firewall antivirus and antispam, there is no need to change their settings!
Web Security
The Endian Firewall content filter keeps web surfing safe for your users, and guards them against viruses and unwanted content such as violence, pornography or malicious software. It allows you to securely monitor your network's internet access to ensure compliance and improve productivity. Useful in schools or wherever underage users are involved, this module prohibits access to questionable sites and is effortlessly configurable via Endian's Web Administration Console. It can be also used by those companies that don't want their employees to surf in ambiguous sites, this provides compliance and protects your business against liability.
Quick and Easy Setup of VPN
Thanks to OpenVPN you can quickly and easily set up secure SSL encrypted tunnels between your company's branches or between your remote agents' laptop and the head office network. Endian's VPN client supports Windows, Linux, and Mac OS X clients, so you are able to connect your PC or laptop to your remote network wherever you can, easily and safely.
