Firewall:
Inova's system is protected by a Cisco PIX SPI (Stateful Packet Inspection) firewall. Behind the firewall is a secured private IP network accessible only by a Triple-DES encrypted VPN connection.

Security:
The data resides in a secure hosting environment and is transmitted using 128-bit SSL encryption. Each user is required to provide a valid user name and password that corresponds to the level of access granted to the user by the lender. Actions within the application are stamped with user identities so that they are matched for auditing purposes. The system follows a security breach escalation process that has been ratified and audited by KPMG. In the event of a security breach, the proper security and technical personnel will be contacted and provided with information regarding the breach. Technical personnel will assess the problem as well as deploy appropriate solutions depending on the nature of the breach.

Backup:
All servers run a RAID (Redundant Array of Independent Discs) level-five array of discs that are hot swappable. All servers have fully redundant backup hardware and backup network interfacing in the event of hardware failure. Backups to DLT occur every hour to prevent loss of data. The hosting facility where the system resides has a full compliment of diesel generators for power backup and is a hardened facility against inclement weather and other security threats.

• Internet network connection: Cable, DSL or equivalent broadband connection to internet
• Platform: Windows 2000, Windows XP
• Web browser: Internet Explorer 5.0 or greater