The ServerLock intuitive user interface enables you to switch
from mode to mode at a click of a button.
OPERATIONAL MODE
ADMINISTRATIVE MODE
data are never changed without authorization. Optional WatchGuard
ServerLock Manager software makes it easy for you to manage your
server security system from a convenient central location.
WatchGuard ServerLock products work independently or in conjunc-
tion with WatchGuard Firebox™ products for the highest level of
network security available to protect your business.
HOW IT WORKS
The concept is simple. Even though network server administrative
tasks are performed only intermittently, administrative functions are
usually on and available around-the-clock. This makes it easy for
those with malicious intent to wreak havoc inside your network.
WatchGuard ServerLock solves this problem by restricting access to
all administrative functionality, except when these tasks need to be
performed by an authorized network administrator.
With WatchGuard ServerLock, your servers work in two
modes. Operational Mode lets your servers do the
normal work they are supposed to do, such as providing
Web content and database access. In Operational
Mode, your servers are inaccessible for any reason.
Switch to Administrative Mode, log in to authenticate,
and make any necessary configuration changes. Then
reload, update, or reset system rules. Once you are
finished, simply switch your servers back to Operational
Mode with a click of your mouse. It’s that simple.
WatchGuard ServerLock uses a kernel-based public key
encrypted communications channel to ensure proper
authentication.