Intrusion Detection/Prevention Devices and Worms

[Andrew Watson <AWATSON () COLORADOCOLLEGE EDU>]

Has anyone had success using intrusion detection/prevention devices to
help with the recent MS worm outbreaks?  We were fortunate to be
evaluating a device from Tipping Point Technologies (www.tippingpoint.com
<http://www.tippingpoint.com/> ) when the worms hit.  It has been a very
helpful tool for identifying and stopping propagation of the worms, but I
have found that its reporting capabilities are very weak.  Any advice or
experiences would be greatly appreciated, as we will probably go ahead and
purchase a device like this before our evaluation period ends.
 
Sincerely,
 
Andrew Watson
Sr. Systems Administrator
Colorado College
14 E. Cache La Poudre
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Email: awatson () coloradocollege edu
Phone: 719.389.6733
Fax: 719.389.6959
 

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