Fresche Security

Maximise your IBM i security and achieve regulatory compliance

Protect your critical IBM i / iSeries / AS400 data from ransomware attacks and cyber crime with Fresche Security. Simplify security management, integrate with SIEM tools, ensure compliance with industry regulations and gain peace of mind.
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Securing your IBM i

Address the #1 concern of IBM i enterprises… protecting their IT systems

Identified as the No1 concern for IBM i enterprises since 2017, Fresche Solutions’ IBM i Security Software protects your IBM i applications, infrastructure and systems from internal and external cyber threats. Secures even the most complex IBM i estates across multiple sectors, including those with high regulatory compliance requirements.

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Ransomware Protection

Secure all IBM i data flows

Gain complete visibility into your IBM i traffic by securely monitoring all inbound and outbound data flows, including through exit point connections like FTP, Telnet, and ODBC, as well as socket layer access such as TCP/IP and UDP.

Data Encryption

Safeguard sensitive data & meet regulatory compliance requirements

Safeguard sensitive data and ensure compliance with industry regulations like PCI and HIPAA. Encrypt, mask and scramble field values to protect your critical information and receive real-time alerts whenever sensitive data is accessed for immediate visibility into potential security breaches.

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Exit Point Security

Comprehensive exit point monitoring 24/7

Lock down and monitor all your exit points, receive real-time notifications about potential security breaches, and easily access pre-defined security compliance reports.

Manage cyber security centrally

Monitor security across your IBM i systems from one, single console

Fresche’s IBM i Security software enables you to monitor security across your enterprise and configure network access and assess security compliance through over 360 pre-built reports from one central, web-based console.

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Simple regulatory compliance

Internal and external auditing to help you comply with GDPR, SOX, PCI, HIPAA & many more

Ensure you’re never in the dark about the vulnerabilities hiding amongst your IBM i system with pre-built reports that give you immediate visibility into potential security weaknesses and auditing data to meet numerous compliance regulations.

Detect, analyse & respond to security threats

Get instant alerts to any suspicious activity across your IBM i system

Monitor for security-event data from multiple sources, including message queues and journals with instant alerts and categorisation of the most critical threats so you can take remedial actions as quickly as possible. You can also use your existing SIEM software to receive alerts and journal data.

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Database field encryption

Encrypt, mask or scramble any field within your database files

Fresche’s IBM i security software enables you to go further than simply encrypting your database fields by adding additional data protection in the form of masking and scrambling any information that is visible to others.

Multi-Factor Authentication

Add further user security authentication levels with MFA for IBM i

Add another layer of security by enabling multi-factor authentication for users signing into your IBM i. Fresche supports QR codes, one-time pass (OTP) app-generated codes as well as token authentication by email or text.

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Fresche Security Features

What you get with the Fresche Security suite

Secure your IBM i systems, increase governance and compliance, mitigate risk and deliver greater operational efficiency through a range of key features.
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Ransomware protection

Stop potential attacks with control and monitoring of your IBM i exit point connections such as FTP, telnet, ODBC & sockets.

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Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)

Apply additional security with multi-layered account access requiring token entry in addition to user passwords.

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Data encryption

Comply with security regulation by applying encryption, masking and scramble values down to individual field level.

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Intrusion detection

Apply real-time alerts to incidents depending upon regulatory and/or your own business requirements.

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Exit point security

Gain control, monitor and receive notifications in real-time while providing auditory compliance through predefined security reports.

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Access management

Enjoy safeguards for your business critical data through comprehensive user profile and escalation management plus inactive/time-out session lockdown.

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Centralised control

Visualise your security from a single web-based console with everything you need to monitor and review in real-time.

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Regulatory Compliance

Ensure regulatory compliance and streamline auditing processes for regulatory adherence.

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Real-time alerts

Take action immediately by receiving real-time alerts for potential security issues by email or via the dashboard.

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SIEM integration

Integrate the security suite with other compatible SIEM solutions to allow you the greatest flexibility with reporting, event management and centralisation of data.

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Monitor Job Activity

View job activities and generate reports at a level of detail to comply with industry specific regulatory requirements.

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Subscription available

Annual subscription model available to access all features & modules with unlimited users, no upgrade/transfer fees & support included.

IBM i Security Overview

Top 5 IBM i Security Vulnerabilities & How to Solve Them

Watch and learn more about the fundamentals of cyber security on IBM i.

Frequently Asked Questions

While IBM i is known for its robust security architecture, it is not immune to modern cyber threats. Misconfigurations, lack of updates, or insufficient monitoring can expose vulnerabilities. For instance, many systems still run with default configurations, leaving them open to threats like ransomware, insider misuse, and unauthorised access. Advanced security solutions are necessary to identify and fix these gaps, ensure compliance, and integrate IBM i systems with broader organisational security frameworks​

The IBM i Security Suite by Fresche Solutions is a comprehensive toolset designed to enhance security on the IBM i platform. It includes features like ransomware protection, exit point security, security compliance, SIEM integration, data encryption, and multi-factor authentication (MFA). The suite helps identify vulnerabilities, safeguard critical data, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Key features include:

  • Ransomware Protection: Prevent and detect potential attacks.
  • Exit Point Security: Control and monitor network traffic.
  • Compliance Tools: Meet regulatory requirements with ease.
  • SIEM Integration: Incorporate IBM i logs into enterprise security monitoring.
  • Data Encryption: Protect sensitive information.
  • MFA: Add a layer of security to user access

The suite includes an intuitive dashboard for real-time system monitoring, enabling administrators to identify and address threats quickly. Alerts and detailed reports provide actionable insights into potential risks.

Start by performing a security audit to identify vulnerabilities. Fresche’s suite offers a free audit that evaluates 47 common risk points, providing pass/fail results and detailed insights. This is an excellent starting point for improving your system’s security posture​.

Yes, our team of IBM i experts are available to help. They can assist in identifying risks, prioritizing vulnerabilities, and creating a roadmap to strengthen your system’s security.

The suite is available via an annual subscription for under £700 per month. For more details or to schedule a trial, you can contact Fresche Solutions directly.

Yes, the suite provides tools to align with compliance frameworks like GDPR, HIPAA, PCI DSS, and others. It helps organizations monitor and manage their security configurations to meet regulatory standards effectively.

The suite is particularly beneficial for industries handling sensitive or regulated data, such as finance, healthcare, manufacturing, and logistics. Organisations in these fields face strict compliance requirements and are frequent targets for cyberattacks, making advanced security tools essential​.