Steve Mullaney Quotations

The SSL blind spot and wide open door of port 443 on the firewall is yet another example of why enterprises should not allow users to connect directly to the Internet without going through a proxy. The Internet brings tremendous value, but it can also be a cesspool, introducing significant security risks to the business. With our new SSL proxy functionality, Blue Coat can close a major security hole for enterprises.

Enterprises have been completely blind to their users' SSL traffic, and until now, have been unable to do anything about it. Our SSL proxy solution now enables enterprises to gain visibility and control over what has previously been invisible to them and protect against serious business risks.

Only a proxy infrastructure has the power to simultaneously control, protect and accelerate Web communications and applications. We're pleased the State of Alabama chose Blue Coat to help make its Web environment and Internet use safe, productive and with the highest quality and responsiveness. Located in the network between users and the Internet, Blue Coat proxy appliances are an ideal platform for state, local or federal government organizations implementing comprehensive security and control for all types of Web communications.

Achieving the number one market position for proxy appliances represents a major milestone for Blue Coat and clearly shows the value and uniqueness of our solutions. Enterprises understand the growing need for a proxy platform that operates between users and Web applications, providing protection, control and acceleration of Web traffic. Our success comes from having a solution with a unique combination of flexible control and accelerated performance.