LONDON -- ImpervaR, the global leader in data security and compliance solutions for the data center, today announced that Atos Euronext Market Solutions (AEMS), the leading global provider of technology solutions for exchanges, clearing houses, banks, and intermediaries, has selected the SecureSphereT Web Application Firewall to protect its Internet-based trading platform from being compromised. AEMS chose SecureSphere after a thorough review of leading web application firewall products.

AEMS manages the derivative trade registration system for Euronext.liffe's Bclear OTC service -- a system delivered over the Internet to Euronext.liffe's brokerage firm customers. SecureSphere protects this business critical application from attack and unauthorized access.

AEMS selected SecureSphere for its unique ability to inspect SSL encrypted traffic, automatically create security policies by profiling application behavior, and impose no changes to the existing data center infrastructure.

Mamal Torfeh, Head of Global Managed Services, AEMS said: "Our primary concern at AEMS is our clients, so we are continually reviewing our solutions to ensure we are working with the best suppliers in terms of reliability, security, and price performance. After a thorough review, SecureSphere emerged as a clear leader. SecureSphere is able to transparently protect our derivatives trading platform from internet attacks with out degrading application response times. Moreover, Imperva impressed us with superior technical support throughout the evaluation and deployment process."

Imperva Inc.