7 April 2022 - Security Buyer Magazine

LILIN UK release new product range

LILIN UK are set to release a new, competitively priced camera and recorder range in the coming months. Available exclusively through our distribution partners, the E series range consists of 4 camera models and 3 recorders, the ideal entry-level solution for residential and commercial installations where cost is a defining factor. The E series range is cross-compatible with all current LILIN products. All LILIN products are designed, developed, and manufactured at our Taiwanese Head Office- and have been since we were established over 40 years ago. We’re proud to offer a full range of NDAA compliant products, from cameras to multi-site VMS projects, in 1080P to 4K resolution, including specialist ranges spanning NEMA 4X and Marine Grade stainless steel domes to Edge AI cameras. LILIN advocate for strong cyber-security policies, and have partnered with companies including Deloitte to develop a rigorous, continual testing process, which allows us to provide our customers with the comfort of knowing their surveillance system is secure. Our clients are assured of not only excellent quality products but also exceptional customer service, with branch offices providing local market understanding and native technical support. The E series camera range consists of 5MP IP cameras available in different turret and bullet chassis to suit a range of installation environments. All models are ONVIF Profile S, G, T compatible, with triple stream capability (Main, Sub, Mobile) and use LILIN’s complicated password protection policy- upon powering up, all devices must have a password of 8 characters or more, using both upper and lowercase letters, numbers and special characters. Standard LILIN features such as Privacy Masking (4 Zones), Wide Dynamic Range, Digital Noise Reduction and Motion Detection are included on all models. The fixed lens models (E5R4052A and E5R9152A) feature a wide-angle 3.6mm lens, 30M IR distance and also include built-in microphones for audio recording. Varifocal models (E5R4152AX and E5R9252AX) provide a 45M IR distance with a 2.8-12mm manually adjustable lens. Both models include a 2-way audio path to use with external powered microphones and speakers if required. Supporting bracketry is available for all models to maintain a tidy installation. These SMART H.265 cameras will allow users to double their recording time with no loss of video quality when used with a H.265 recorder, increasing their cost-effectiveness. Housed in external, IP66 rated quick install chassis, all models offer Micro-SD card recording (up to 256GB) for smaller installations or for peace of mind backup storage. Available in 4, 8 and 16 channel units, the EVR recorders provide full 4K recording resolution, each unit with a single internal hard drive bay with a capacity of up to 10TB. Housed in a compact black chassis, these recorders also include a built-in PoE switch for an easy plug-and-play installation. Capable of configuring the IP addresses of connected cameras automatically, using a PoE recorder can provide a cost-effective and convenient solution, saving valuable time and installation costs and eliminating the need for additional PoE switches. EVRs are compatible with all current LILIN cameras, allowing clients to upgrade and include additional specialist cameras with features such as Human and Vehicle Detection or ANPR. EVR recorders come with P2P licenses included for secure remote connection, as well as LILIN’s free DDNS service that circumvents the need to purchase an expensive static IP address. Easily connect to the LILINHome mobile app, designed for a user-friendly experience with multi-channel playback, customisable views and the ability to download recordings to your mobile device. To read more exclusive features and latest news please see our Q1 issue here. Media contact Rebecca Morpeth Spayne, Editor, Security Portfolio Tel: +44 (0) 1622 823 922 Email: editor@securitybuyer.com

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LILIN UK release new product range

News Desk / Ghyslaine Cordrey

LILIN UK are set to release a new, competitively priced camera and recorder range in the coming months. Available exclusively through our distribution partners, the E series range consists of 4 camera models and 3 recorders, the ideal entry-level solution for residential and commercial installations where cost is a defining factor. The E series range is cross-compatible with all current LILIN products. All LILIN products are designed, developed, and manufactured at our Taiwanese Head Office- and have been since we were established over 40 years ago. We’re proud to offer a full range of NDAA compliant products, from cameras to multi-site VMS projects, in 1080P to 4K resolution, including specialist ranges spanning NEMA 4X and Marine Grade stainless steel domes to Edge AI cameras. LILIN advocate for strong cyber-security policies, and have partnered with companies including Deloitte to develop a rigorous, continual testing process, which allows us to provide our customers with the comfort of knowing their surveillance system is secure. Our clients are assured of not only excellent quality products but also exceptional customer service, with branch offices providing local market understanding and native technical support. The E series camera range consists of 5MP IP cameras available in different turret and bullet chassis to suit a range of installation environments. All models are ONVIF Profile S, G, T compatible, with triple stream capability (Main, Sub, Mobile) and use LILIN’s complicated password protection policy- upon powering up, all devices must have a password of 8 characters or more, using both upper and lowercase letters, numbers and special characters. Standard LILIN features such as Privacy Masking (4 Zones), Wide Dynamic Range, Digital Noise Reduction and Motion Detection are included on all models. The fixed lens models (E5R4052A and E5R9152A) feature a wide-angle 3.6mm lens, 30M IR distance and also include built-in microphones for audio recording. Varifocal models (E5R4152AX and E5R9252AX) provide a 45M IR distance with a 2.8-12mm manually adjustable lens. Both models include a 2-way audio path to use with external powered microphones and speakers if required. Supporting bracketry is available for all models to maintain a tidy installation. These SMART H.265 cameras will allow users to double their recording time with no loss of video quality when used with a H.265 recorder, increasing their cost-effectiveness. Housed in external, IP66 rated quick install chassis, all models offer Micro-SD card recording (up to 256GB) for smaller installations or for peace of mind backup storage. Available in 4, 8 and 16 channel units, the EVR recorders provide full 4K recording resolution, each unit with a single internal hard drive bay with a capacity of up to 10TB. Housed in a compact black chassis, these recorders also include a built-in PoE switch for an easy plug-and-play installation. Capable of configuring the IP addresses of connected cameras automatically, using a PoE recorder can provide a cost-effective and convenient solution, saving valuable time and installation costs and eliminating the need for additional PoE switches. EVRs are compatible with all current LILIN cameras, allowing clients to upgrade and include additional specialist cameras with features such as Human and Vehicle Detection or ANPR. EVR recorders come with P2P licenses included for secure remote connection, as well as LILIN’s free DDNS service that circumvents the need to purchase an expensive static IP address. Easily connect to the LILINHome mobile app, designed for a user-friendly experience with multi-channel playback, customisable views and the ability to download recordings to your mobile device. To read more exclusive features and latest news please see our March issue here. Media contact Rebecca Morpeth Spayne, Editor, Security Portfolio Tel: +44 (0) 1622 823 922 Email: editor@securitybuyer.com

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Qognify VMS video management with cloud capabilities

Middle East News Desk / Rebecca Morpeth-Spayne

Qognify, a provider of video and enterprise incident management solutions, launched its new video management software Qognify VMS. Qognify VMS is designed to meet the specific physical security needs of organisations around the globe. It is based on the proven technology of Qognify’s successful video management software Cayuga, which is used by many customers in thousands of security projects worldwide. As a true next-generation VMS, Qognify VMS combines the powerful core of an enterprise-class VMS with unique added values such as low total costs of ownership, business process support, advanced ecosystem integrations and cloud readiness. One of the key requirements of modern video surveillance systems are flexible deployment options. While many organisations still rely on keeping sensitive data and systems on-premise, others are moving towards a corporate cloud first strategy, which also includes physical security applications. For this reason, Qognify VMS offers the possibility to store video data in the cloud. This enables customers to keep the hardware footprint small, scale storage space quickly and benefit from the advanced resiliency of cloud technology. Steve Shine, CEO of Qognify, explained the company’s cloud strategy: “While cloud-based physical security solutions have been on the rise in small and medium businesses for some time, the adoption rate in enterprise organisations was slower due to more complex system environments and demanding infrastructure requirements. However, rapidly evolving technologies and increasing network bandwidths are beginning to leverage the usage of cloud in this segment. This is why we are now launching Qognify VMS with advanced cloud storage capabilities. At the same time, we are working on further solutions that enable customers to benefit even more from the advantages of cloud technology in the near future. “ On the other hand, to make on-premise deployments as easy as possible for partners and customers, a wide range of turnkey hardware solutions is available for Qognify VMS. The built-to-spec servers minimise the risks in planning, ensure optimal performance, accelerate rollouts and allow for one-stop sourcing. All units come with a comprehensive five-year warranty to protect the investment for years to come. Qognify VMS helps organisations maximise the outcomes of their physical security strategies. One of the key elements to achieve this are its powerful, bi-directional integrations with many other solutions such as access control, intrusion detection and video analytics. But according to Steve Shine, this is only the first step for Qognify VMS to leverage the potential of a physical security ecosystem: “Our goal is to further increase the value for our customers by bringing our physical security and enterprise incident management applications even closer together – for an improved situational understanding and an even faster and more targeted response.“ Compared to Cayuga, Qognify VMS comes with a number of significant improvements, one of them being the optimisation of web technologies used in the product. Carsten Eckstein, Product Owner Qognify VMS, explained “With our decision to make Qognify VMS ready for the cloud, the requirements to process and display web-based content in the product are growing. For this reason, we have decided to fundamentally overhaul a number of technologies such as the built-in browser component, to enable an even more seamless user experience for future integrations.” For EMEA and APAC, Qognify VMS comes in three product packages that reflect the typical requirements of different project profiles. While Qognify VMS Basic covers the needs of smaller and less complex surveillance projects at a very attractive price, the flexible Advanced package is designed for larger and more complex projects. Finally, the Infinity package fulfils all true enterprise requirements and includes a multitude of features at no additional cost. To read more exclusive features and latest news please see our Q1 issue here. Media contact Rebecca Morpeth Spayne, Editor, Security Portfolio Tel: +44 (0) 1622 823 922 Email: editor@securitybuyer.com

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Vectra appoints Taj El-khayat as Managing Director

Middle East News Desk, People News / Editor

Vectra AI, a provider in AI-driven threat detection and response for hybrid and multi-cloud enterprises, announced the appointment of Taj El-khayat as Managing Director for Growth Markets. Taj has more than two decades of experience bringing high-value technology platforms and solutions to market through a keen eye for the future of digitisation and human support. “With digital transformation skyrocketing in both Southern Europe & METNA, we are thrilled to welcome Taj to the Vectra team as we support a growing number of customers,” said Willem Hendrickx, Chief Revenue Officer at Vectra. “Our platform secures organisations against the modern threat landscape by fitting the unique needs of any cloud or on-prem environment, an invaluable tool with ransomware attacks like Okta, Nvidia and RagnarLocker making recent headlines. Taj will be instrumental to our growth strategy in these key regions and beyond.” At Vectra, Taj will build on the company’s presence in Southern Europe, Middle East, Turkey and North Africa, and continued commitment to serving the need for resilient threat detection and response technologies within the regions. He will be responsible for driving growth through transformative and adaptable go-to-market and sales strategies. Before Vectra, he was the Regional Director Middle East & North Africa at Citrix, where he led strategic growth initiatives in the region that led to more than doubling the business during his tenure. He has also held several sales, channel and business development positions at organisations such as F5 Networks, Riverbed Technology, Juniper Networks, Microsoft and Compaq in MEA and US markets. “Momentum and demand for advanced threat detection and response in this region has accelerated exponentially, as enterprises face a mounting number of new threats and risks,” said Taj. “With Vectra’s leadership in security technology and customer service as well as a talented pool of security experts, the company is uniquely positioned to help organisations in this region protect their critical infrastructure and most valuable assets, and I am looking forward to leading and executing our market penetration strategy in this region along with our Vectra Channel Ecosystems and the Vectra teams in the region.” To read more exclusive features and latest news please see our Q1 issue here. Media contact Rebecca Morpeth Spayne, Editor, Security Portfolio Tel: +44 (0) 1622 823 922 Email: editor@securitybuyer.com

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G4S Secure Solutions UK contract with Magnox

UK News Desk / Rebecca Morpeth-Spayne

G4S Secure Solutions UK, an Allied Universal Company, has been awarded a £24m contract with Magnox, which manages one of the largest nuclear reactor decommissioning programmes in Europe. The new contract will see G4S providing security services for the nuclear Shared Service Alliance, a complex consortium comprising 21 sites across the UK. Commencing in March 2022 and lasting three years, G4S will be deploying 226 staff across the UK to provide security officers on patrol, key holding facilities, CCTV control and monitoring as well as secure reception. Drawing on expertise within the business, G4S set up its own nuclear security advisory group to ensure the smooth running of this contract. Alistair McBride, G4S Sector Director Nuclear Power & Utilities said: “Working in the nuclear setting is a completely unique security challenge. It requires in-depth knowledge of regulations, codes of conduct and the very specific and highly dangerous risks that are involved. There can be no room for error when working in the nuclear field, compliance must be held to a ‘zero failure’ standard, a standard G4S is focused on.” Eddie Hirst, Head of Major Projects for G4S Secure Solutions UK said “We have worked hard to build an unrivaled track record in the provision of security for the nuclear industry. Through the combination of our expertise alongside our highly trained workforce, we know we can deliver a world class service to Magnox and their partners.” A subsidiary of the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority (NDA), Magnox is responsible for decommissioning the nuclear sites and safely managing the waste generated from producing over 1,000TWh of nuclear power during 60 years of operations, and safely managing waste from nuclear research and electricity generation stretching back nearly 75 years. Alongside Magnox, G4S will be providing security services for three other NDA subsidiaries: Direct Rail Services, national rail freight operator and provider of rail services to the nuclear industry; Nuclear Waste Services, responsible for developing a geological disposal facility for nuclear waste; and Dounreay decommissioning site on the northern coast of Scotland. To read more exclusive features and latest news please see our Q1 issue here. Media contact Rebecca Morpeth Spayne, Editor, Security Portfolio Tel: +44 (0) 1622 823 922 Email: editor@securitybuyer.com

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Paxton – Celebrating International Women’s Day

UK News Desk / Rebecca Morpeth-Spayne

As Paxton employees gather to celebrate International Women’s Day, Mechanical Engineer Anisha Gathani discusses her journey into the field, being a STEM Ambassador, and how we can inspire women entering the profession. Figures are rising but there is still more to be done to increase the number of women taking on engineering roles in the UK. According to a study published by the Women’s Engineering Society (WES) in Autumn 2021, there are currently 906,785 female engineers in Britain. This makes up just 14.5% of all engineers nationally, compared with 4.6% in 2016. Anisha Gathani, 26, is a Mechanical Design Engineer. She joined Paxton in 2018, after completing a Scholarship with the company during a mechanical engineering bachelor’s, and master’s degree at the universities of Brighton and Sussex. Discussing her education before working at Paxton, Anisha explained “Prior to my studies I did not realise the industry was so male dominated. Only 5% of people on my courses were women, but this has never held me back. “I fell into it at school as I enjoy maths and physics. I come from an all-girl family, and I was the one always fixing things. I love Lego, and that is where it began at an early age. My teachers knew this and encouraged me to investigate engineering as I like putting stuff together and solving problems with clever design.” Paxton is currently hiring people for their Development teams and other departments. They are a global security technology manufacturer that celebrates International Women’s Day every year. This year they have held a working lunch event at their Brighton based headquarters, where employees celebrated the achievement of diversity and inclusivity within their organisation. Anisha said “Paxton celebrating International Women’s Day is an important thing as it provides a platform for women to share their success stories and the challenges they have faced in the workplace. “I find it extremely inspiring listening to colleague’s experiences and words of wisdom. Working for a company who promote equality and encourage positive change, is something which is really important to me.” Paxton is focused on creating an equal and consciously inclusive environment for women. This includes: 6-months of full maternity pay, menopause guidance sessions, world-class onsite facilities, and direction taken year on year to close the gender pay gap. They have trained female mentors and coaches available to support colleagues across the business. Anisha has worked for Paxton for over three years. The team she works with is made up of four talented women that are leading Paxton’s product design. Anisha explained “Being at the beginning of my career, it is great to see it starting to change, with more women managers and colleagues in my industry. It shows me that I can climb the ladder in my field.” “I work with inspiring women engineers at all different levels at Paxton. There are talented senior managers, and we are seeing more and more women join our Development teams. This is both encouraging and inspiring, but there is still work to be done.” To read more exclusive features and latest news please see our Q1 issue here. Media contact Rebecca Morpeth Spayne, Editor, Security Portfolio Tel: +44 (0) 1622 823 922 Email: editor@securitybuyer.com

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Redline announces computed tomography addition

News Desk / Ghyslaine Cordrey

Redline Assured Security, a globally trusted security solutions provider and part of the Air Partner Services division, is adding Computed Tomography (CT) support to their highly popular cloud-based Threat Image Recognition Training system (TIRT). The combination of Redline’s successful TIRT programme with full X-ray 3D volumetric CT functionality provides the most technically sophisticated and intuitive solution available. The training is specifically designed for the new generation of Standard 3 CT X-ray machines. As technology continues to develop, so too do security threats. Standard 3 is expected to be in force across the European aviation industry by June 2023; subsequently, CT imagery training will be mandatory for airports to remain compliant and secure. Redline has built upon its successful TIRT programme, an add-in to their Security Management Systems (SeMS) product, to create a training solution that covers both standard X-ray and CT X-ray scanning through a single login. TIRT provides seamless transition between the two standards within a single application, supporting training and continuous development of security screeners and ensuring the aviation security industry remains at the forefront of technical innovation and security expertise. TIRT CT’s benefits extend beyond the aviation sector, it is imperative that any venue, organisation, or facility that uses security scanners ensures their staff are up to date on threat image recognition to ensure optimum security. Paul Mason, Managing Director Redline Assured Security said, “Redline’s addition of Computed Tomography to our respected TIRT solution ensures we provide the most technically sophisticated training possible. As the security industry adapts to the ever-changing threat landscape, TIRT CT should be an essential tool in the arsenal of every organisation. Our training solutions provide invaluable exposure to potential threats and intuitive reporting that will greatly aid the aviation industry in the adoption of Standard 3, and particularly CT.” The updated training features realistic threat and prohibited images generated by actual X-ray and X-ray CT machines. The varied threat image library, which is fully EU and UK compliant, covers 6 levels of threat complexity and far exceeds what is currently available across the market in any 6×6 product. This image library is also regularly updated to include recent and emerging threats, enabling operators to keep up-to-date. Live training on X-ray scanning systems is prohibitively expensive, Redline circumvents these costs thanks to its easy digital accessibility. Users can operate and complete training on a computer through just a web browser and an internet connection, allowing for reduced staff downtime and associated costs. This format also allows the training to be easily configured for managers, supervisors and screeners. The application provides a detailed review mode for screeners and supervisors to facilitate analysis of performance and compliance trends at aggregated levels. Additionally, custom focused training programs can be created and assigned when necessary. To read more exclusive features and latest news please see our March issue here. Media contact Rebecca Morpeth Spayne, Editor, Security Portfolio Tel: +44 (0) 1622 823 922 Email: editor@securitybuyer.com

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Questions about protecting user identity

News Desk / Ghyslaine Cordrey

Abrar Siddiqui, Vice President of Engineering at Callsign discusses user identity protection Users have become increasingly frustrated with passwords, they are difficult to remember and we find that we often have to reset them just to transact with organisations. So much so, that 73% of consumers are wondering why they continue to interact with a business when authenticating online is so difficult. A lot of this frustration stems from traditional authentication methods where a pin code is sent to the user via SMS to complete the sign-in process. SMS channels were not designed for authentication purposes and are easily compromised. Analog methods such as passwords were not designed for the digital world, and simply digitising an authentication method creates an inherently flawed authenticator. SMS codes also create unnecessary friction and along with a password doesn’t prove that the person is the authorised individual they claim to be. Fraudsters using stolen credentials looks like the genuine user. Fraudsters are familiar with all these flaws, and without the proper controls in place, they may be just a click away from stealing from an unwitting individual. The UAE has long been attractive for hackers due to the country’s perceived wealth. Around 83% of the UAE companies are seeing an increase in cybercrime attacks through phishing, email spam, malware, etc. However, companies can take steps to protect their business and their customers from fraudsters. To do so, they need to ask themselves and answer a series of questions when looking at the authentication process to make sure that they know who they are interacting with beyond doubt. Is the session secure? This is the first question security leaders should ask themselves, even before looking into a user’s identity. There are instances where scammers use man-in-the-middle attacks to gather information from unsuspecting users through an unsecured website. By tracking unusual traffic, businesses can detect compromised sessions and secure a user’s digital identity before it’s too late. Are you engaging with a real human? Once a session is secure, companies must ask “am I engaging with a real human?” to ensure the user is not a bot. When someone hears “bot” it’s rarely associated with something good. In the past, bots have made headlines by altering consumers’ perception of the media and even competing with humans. Currently, bot use accounts for 64% of Internet traffic, 39% of which is made up of malicious bots that read information and perform malicious activities. These bad bots may be engineered to conduct a reverse brute force attack that utilizes stolen information from a data breach, and forces millions of login and password combinations into the system until a match is found. Instead of relying on a CAPTCHA to confirm whether users are human, companies can use behavioural biometrics to passively determine if someone’s physical interactions with a device align with human characteristics. To read more exclusive features and latest news please see our March issue here. Media contact Rebecca Morpeth Spayne, Editor, Security Portfolio Tel: +44 (0) 1622 823 922 Email: editor@securitybuyer.com

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