Provides a virtualization environment where a single X-Gate series unit acts like an independent device for each unit.

Kudo Communication announced that it has signed a distribution agreement with Xgate, a leading high-performance integrated security company, and is stepping up its efforts to penetrate the network security market.

Through this agreement, both companies plan to actively support the expansion of Xgate's business by continuously conducting various online and offline marketing and sales activities, such as educational seminars and promotions for customers and partners. Sales training is scheduled to be held monthly, and technical training every other month, and special promotions to acquire existing and new customers are also underway.

AXGATE's next-generation firewall, the AXGATE Series, provides a virtualization environment equivalent to using independent units by applying logical virtualization technology to a single physical device. Since there is no need to operate separate VMs (Virtual Machines), it can be configured without altering the existing internal network environment. It can be applied not only to firewalls but also to various functions such as VPNs and IPS.

With this, Xgate became the first domestic network security company to provide virtualization capabilities, enabling the stable establishment of VPN networks and securing a reference from Korea's largest financial institution. The AXGATE Series is characterized by a stable and high number of sessions and a cyber-physical system (CPS), increased ease of management and operation and reduced costs, and reduced performance degradation.

Joo Gap-soo, CEO of Xgate, stated, “We plan to introduce customer-oriented products through continuous development tailored to a keen analysis of network security trends and customer needs,” and emphasized, “Through our collaboration with Kudo Communication, we will continuously identify domestic customer demand and provide active support. Please keep an eye on Xgate as we grow significantly every year.”

Kim Yong-sik, CEO of Kudo Communication, stated, “Through this distribution partnership, we have taken a step closer to our goal of ‘providing customized security consulting for customers.’ By combining Xgate’s security solutions with those of our existing partners, Palo Alto Networks, Forescout, and AlgoSec, we will offer a differentiated portfolio of security solutions designed to maximize security tailored to our clients’ environments.” He added, “In addition, to support a wider range of partners, we plan to open a partner portal site early next month and are preparing various partner support programs.”