An Overview of Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDPS) and Security Issues

Abstract

Technical solutions, introduced by policies and implantations are essential requirements of an information security program. Advanced technologies such as intrusion detection and prevention system (IDPS) and analysis tools have become prominent in the network environment while they involve with organizations to enhance the security of their information assets. Scanning and analyzing tools to pinpoint vulnerabilities, holes in security components, unsecured aspects of the network and deploying of IDPS technology have highlighted.