Check Point — Firewalls and Security Solutions
Check Point Software Technologies Ltd. is an Israeli-American multinational corporation and one of the world's leading manufacturers of firewalls, intrusion prevention systems (IPS), threat management solutions, and cloud security solutions. The company was founded in 1993, with headquarters located in Tel Aviv, Israel, and San Carlos, California, USA. Check Point is a pioneer in network security and is considered one of the founders of the firewall market. The company is among the leaders in the information security market, with a presence in more than 100 countries worldwide and annual revenue exceeding 2 billion US dollars. Check Point products are used by major corporations, banks, government agencies, and critical information infrastructure facilities around the world.
Official website: checkpoint.com
About Check Point
Check Point was founded in 1993. The company is headquartered in Tel Aviv, Israel, and San Carlos, California, USA. Since its founding, the company has specialized in the development and production of firewalls, intrusion prevention systems, threat management solutions, and cloud security solutions.
Check Point is known for its approach to creating comprehensive information security solutions. The company actively invests in research and development, creating innovative products — from next-generation firewalls (NGFW) to cloud and mobile device security solutions.
The Check Point portfolio includes more than 50 hardware and software information security solutions. The company sells products in more than 100 countries worldwide, serving millions of enterprise customers, including government organizations, banks, telecommunications companies, and industrial enterprises.
Check Point Product Categories for Business
1. Check Point Quantum — Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW)
The Check Point Quantum lineup consists of next-generation firewalls (NGFW) with deep packet inspection (DPI), intrusion prevention systems (IPS), malware protection, and threat management support.
Software Firewalls (vSEC)
Software versions of firewalls for virtual environments (VMware, Hyper-V, KVM) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
Check Point Quantum Hardware Firewalls
Hardware devices for protecting networks of any scale — from small offices to large data centers.
- Check Point Quantum 1600: firewall for small offices and branch locations. Performance up to 1.5 Gbps. Support for up to 250 simultaneous VPN connections. Compact chassis, silent operation.
- Check Point Quantum 3600: firewall for mid-size offices. Performance up to 3.5 Gbps. Support for up to 500 VPN connections. 10 Gbps Ethernet support.
- Check Point Quantum 5600: firewall for large offices and small data centers. Performance up to 8 Gbps. Support for up to 2,000 VPN connections.
- Check Point Quantum 8400: firewall for large enterprises and data centers. Performance up to 15 Gbps. Support for up to 5,000 VPN connections. Redundant power supplies.
- Check Point Quantum 15600: high-performance firewall for large data centers and service providers. Performance up to 60 Gbps. Support for up to 20,000 VPN connections.
Small Office Models
| Model | Performance | VPN Connections |
|---|---|---|
| Quantum 1600 | up to 1.5 Gbps | up to 250 |
| Quantum 3600 | up to 3.5 Gbps | up to 500 |
Mid-Size Business Models
| Model | Performance | VPN Connections |
|---|---|---|
| Quantum 5600 | up to 8 Gbps | up to 2,000 |
| Quantum 8400 | up to 15 Gbps | up to 5,000 |
Large Data Center Models
| Model | Performance | VPN Connections |
|---|---|---|
| Quantum 15600 | up to 60 Gbps | up to 20,000 |
Check Point Quantum Virtual Software Firewalls (vSEC)
Software versions of firewalls for virtual environments (VMware, Hyper-V, KVM) and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
- Check Point vSEC: software firewall for virtual environments. Full Quantum feature support in a virtual environment.
2. Check Point Harmony — Endpoint Protection and Remote Access
Check Point Harmony is a solution for endpoint, mobile device, and remote access protection.
Check Point Harmony Components
- Harmony Endpoint: endpoint protection (workstations, laptops, servers). Antivirus protection, malware protection, application control, disk encryption.
- Harmony Mobile: mobile device protection (iOS, Android). Malware protection, phishing protection, access control.
- Harmony Browser: web browser protection against malicious websites and phishing.
- Harmony Connect: cloud solution for remote access protection.
3. Check Point CloudGuard — Cloud Security
Check Point CloudGuard is a solution for protecting cloud environments (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, OpenStack) and hybrid infrastructures.
Check Point CloudGuard Components
- CloudGuard Network: firewall for cloud networks. Protection of virtual networks and applications in the cloud.
- CloudGuard Workload: protection of virtual machines and containers in the cloud.
- CloudGuard Serverless: protection of serverless applications (AWS Lambda, Azure Functions).
- CloudGuard Posture Management: cloud service configuration management and security compliance.
4. Check Point Infinity — Security Management Platform
Check Point Infinity is an integrated platform for managing all security components — from network firewalls to endpoint and cloud protection.
Check Point Infinity Features
- Unified Management Console: management of all security devices from a single console.
- Centralized Threat Analytics: collection and analysis of threat data from all sources.
- Automated Response: automatic threat blocking and isolation of compromised devices.
- SIEM Integration: integration with security event management systems (SIEM).
5. Check Point SandBlast — Zero-Day Threat Protection
Check Point SandBlast is a solution for protecting against zero-day threats, using emulation and behavior analysis technologies to detect new types of attacks.
Check Point SandBlast Technologies
- Emulation: execution of files in an isolated environment to detect malicious behavior.
- Threat Extraction: removal of malicious code from files and restoration of their safety.
Key Check Point Technologies
FireWall-1 — Firewall Technology
The FireWall-1 technology, developed by Check Point in 1993, became the foundation for modern firewalls with deep packet inspection.
Stateful Inspection — Connection State Inspection
A connection state inspection technology that allows analyzing not only individual packets but also the overall state of connections.
Threat Intelligence — Threat Analytics
Check Point Threat Intelligence is a system for collecting and analyzing threat information from open and paid sources, providing up-to-date protection against new threats.
SandBlast — Zero-Day Threat Protection
An emulation and behavior analysis technology for detecting new types of attacks that were not known at the time of signature creation.
Certification and Compliance
- Check Point products are certified by FSTEC of Russia for use in systems with high information security requirements.
- Compliant with Federal Law 152-FZ (on personal data) and Federal Law 187-FZ (on critical information infrastructure).
Enterprise Deployment
- Data Centers: Check Point firewalls for data center network protection.
- Corporate Networks: perimeter and internal segment network protection.
- Cloud Environments: application and data protection in AWS, Azure, Google Cloud.
- Critical Information Infrastructure Facilities: certified solutions for protecting critical information infrastructure.
Operations in Russia
Check Point officially withdrew from Russia in 2022. Import and circulation of Check Point products within the Russian Federation is prohibited; supplies are only available through parallel import. Signature and firmware updates are not provided. For government projects, it is necessary to use Russian firewall manufacturers included in the domestic software registry of the Ministry of Digital Development.
Warranty Terms
Check Point products previously offered warranties ranging from 1 to 3 years depending on the equipment category. Under current conditions, warranty service is not officially provided.