As a leading provider of industry specific content and services on the Internet, we are firmly committed to information security. Our infrastructure and network are carefully protected from unauthorized access and security enhancements are constantly being implemented. Our internal network is protected by a secure firewall. Computer accounts are password-protected and regular security audits are conducted to ensure that only secured passwords are used.
Public domain hacking software is deployed to test internal security measures.
Audit trails of Internet access and usage are also kept. An IT Security Policy is in place to ensure that all our staff are educated on the importance of confidentiality and security. In addition, our customers are made aware of our security requirements and are requested to comply. In general, the more customized the machine the less vulnerable the system becomes. We use highly customized Unix-based servers with only the necessary software and services installed so that they perform the required EC functions and nothing else.