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Nexpose is a “Tireless Force Multiplier” at the University of Mary Washington

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Customer Company Size
Large Corporate
Region
  • America
Country
  • United States
Product
  • Rapid7 Nexpose
Tech Stack
  • Virtual Machines
Implementation Scale
  • Enterprise-wide Deployment
Impact Metrics
  • Customer Satisfaction
  • Digital Expertise
  • Productivity Improvements
Technology Category
  • Cybersecurity & Privacy - Network Security
  • Cybersecurity & Privacy - Security Compliance
Applicable Industries
  • Education
Applicable Functions
  • Business Operation
Use Cases
  • Intrusion Detection Systems
  • Regulatory Compliance Monitoring
  • Remote Asset Management
Services
  • System Integration
  • Training
About The Customer
The University of Mary Washington (UMW) is a higher education institution with a robust IT infrastructure. Clay Calvert, the Director of IT Security, is one of the 40 members of the IT staff. He is responsible for overseeing IT security issues, adhering to state and PCI guidelines, and conducting security awareness training. The university's IT department began using Rapid7 Nexpose in April 2007 to enhance the security of its extensive computing infrastructure. Calvert, being the sole person focused entirely on security, finds Nexpose invaluable for automating tedious tasks and providing insights that would otherwise require specialized skills.
The Challenge
University of Mary Washington needed to prove their compliance with PCI DSS and state security requirements. The IT department needed to help safeguard its extensive computing infrastructure.
The Solution
The University of Mary Washington implemented Rapid7 Nexpose to streamline their IT security operations. Rapid7 provided a virtual machine to get started, which was easy to set up and began delivering useful information within the first day. Nexpose automates many of the repetitive and time-consuming tasks, such as looking for sequel injections or cross-site scripting, which would otherwise take hours. The tool also allows for granular permission assignments, enabling system and database administrators, as well as the university's webmaster, to scan only the systems they are responsible for. An account was also created for the IT auditor, allowing them to scan all systems without changing settings.
Operational Impact
  • Rapid7 Nexpose significantly reduced the time spent on repetitive security tasks, allowing the IT staff to focus on more critical issues.
  • The tool's ability to granularly assign permissions ensured that only authorized personnel could scan specific systems, enhancing security and accountability.
  • Nexpose's ease of use and quick setup allowed the IT department to start benefiting from its features almost immediately.
  • The university plans to use Nexpose for their upcoming Microsoft Active Directory migration, highlighting its versatility and reliability.
  • Calvert uses Nexpose for both penetration testing and regular vulnerability testing, demonstrating its multifunctional capabilities.

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