TEL AVIV, Israel--(BUSINESS WIRE)--GreenSQL, a leader in the delivery of unified database security solutions and provider of the most downloaded database firewall engine announced today the launch of GreenSQL’s Enterprise Edition for Unified Database Security. The GreenSQL Enterprise Edition offers security, caching, auditing and masking in one package, ensuring that enterprise databases are protected from internal and external threats in real-time, while improving performance and facilitating database security policy compliance.
GreenSQL also recently closed a $3.8 million Series B funding round led by Rhodium, with participation by Gandyr, 2BAngels and existing investor Magma Venture Capital −who funded the company's Series A round in 2009. The proceeds of this round will be used to drive GreenSQL’s expansion to new markets and architectures, with the release of the Enterprise Edition as a first step.
“Database security has become the front-line in the battle against information breaches and theft,” said Amir Sadeh, CEO of GreenSQL. “Comprehensive, yet flexible, layered solutions are the only way to protect against all types of attacks. GreenSQL’s software-based Unified Database Security solutions protect the enterprise from imminent threats, enhancing performance and security compliance in the process.”
GreenSQL’s ‘all-in-one’ approach offers an extensive suite of security, performance and compliance capabilities for SQL databases including: database firewall, database activity monitoring, before-and-after change logs, virtual patching, SQL Injection protection, separation of duties, masking sensitive information and faster access speeds. With a high-availability configuration, GreenSQL’s Enterprise Edition also ensures business continuity.
GreenSQL features a unified, powerful and intuitive management interface, ensuring that solutions are easy to deploy and maintain. Furthermore, the software-based platform can be implemented at various points in enterprise networks, cloud environments and hosted platforms.
GreenSQL Unified Database Security solution is the first ‘all-in-one’ database package available on the market. With the release of Version 2.1 and the introduction of GreenSQL Enterprise Edition to the company’s product offering, GreenSQL has created a cost-effective solution that suit the database security needs of both small to medium businesses and large enterprises.
Unified Database Security
- Security – Monitors all database activity, alerting and blocking any unauthorized behavior or database attacks. The powerful firewall enables organizations to define clear separation of duties and protects the database from internal as well as external threats.
- Caching – Accelerates the database response time, enhancing the user experience.
- Auditing – Provides a database activity log, with a before and after view. The advanced reporting capabilities and real-time alerts engine enable the enforcement of regulation compliance (PCI, SOX and HIPPA).
- Masking - Masks sensitive information, such as credit card numbers and Personal Identity Information (PII).
General Availability
GreenSQL’s products are available for immediate purchase through the GreenSQL website and select resellers.
About GreenSQL
GreenSQL provides Unified Database Security Solutions for the SMB/SME and enterprise markets. With an ‘all-in-one’ approach to database security, the GreenSQL product family offers database Security, Caching, Auditing and Masking in a single package. Building on its vast experience as the most popular database security solution for MySQL - with over 100,000 copies downloaded in more than 198 countries - GreenSQL brings a novel approach delivering a Unified Database Security package for the SMB/SME and Enterprise markets. GreenSQL is committed to delivering total database security solutions that are easy to deploy and use. GreenSQL is headquartered in Israel. More information on the company can be found at www.greensql.com.
About the Investors
Rhodium
Rhodium is a private investment firm based in Israel and NY which is dedicated to identifying promising entrepreneurs and to helping them build thriving companies. The firm focuses on opportunities in the digital media space (Internet, mobile & new-media) and innovative technologies in general. Rhodium portfolio companies include Outbrain, face.com, Guerillapps, HopStop, Rounds and Hashable. www.rhodium.co.il.
Magma Venture Capital
Magma Venture Capital is a leading Israeli venture capital firm specializing in early-stage investments in communication, semiconductors, internet and new media. Managing Partners Yahal Zilka and Modi Rosen founded Magma in 1999. Since then the firm has sought out innovative companies, and has guided many to successful exits, such as Provigent, Wintegra, Trivnet, and Phonetic Systems. Our goal is to foster and enable the flow of innovation from an idea's early stages and through a company's emergence as a leader within its dynamic market www.magmavc.com.