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V/Solution was a z/VM monitoring tool designed to provide insights into system performance and resource utilization. Key components included the Monitor Agent, Data Collector, and Reporting Engine. The Monitor Agent collected data from the z/VM system, the Data Collector processed this data, and the Reporting Engine provided the user interface for viewing the data. The product used a proprietary API,...

V2R is a comprehensive solution for migrating VSAM datasets to relational databases, designed to modernize legacy data environments. The architecture comprises key components such as the VSAM Data Extractor, Data Transformation Engine, Relational Database Loader, and Application Interface Module. These components work in concert to extract, transform, and load data, ensuring data integrity and consistency. V2R supports migration to databases...

Valour, developed jointly by Independent Intelligence and Westinghouse Electric, was designed for dataset backup and restore operations on z/VM. The system comprised key components such as the Backup Manager, Restore Manager, and a CLI for user interaction. Core functionality included the `BACKUP` and `RESTORE` commands, with configuration managed through system files. Valour did not expose any APIs. Authentication relied on...

ValuLib is a tape library management software product for z/OS environments, designed to automate tape operations and manage tape resources. It provides features such as tape drive allocation, job scheduling, and data set migration. The architecture includes components like the Library Manager and Drive Manager, which communicate through internal interfaces. ValuLib uses VSAM datasets for storing metadata and supports TCP/IP...

VAM/SPF was a TSO/ISPF alternative on z/OS, offering improved response times compared to early ISPF implementations. It was primarily used for interactive program development and data management tasks. Common operations included editing and browsing datasets. VAM/SPF relied on configuration files for user profiles and system parameters. It lacked modern APIs and used z/OS system calls for communication. Security was based...

Vanguard Administrator is a critical tool for managing and securing z/OS environments. It simplifies RACF administration through a centralized Administration Console, reducing manual effort and potential errors. The tool supports role-based access control (RBAC), enabling granular control over user permissions and enhancing security. The Reporting Engine automates the generation of compliance reports, saving time and ensuring adherence to security policies....

Vanguard Advisor is a z/OS-based security analysis tool designed to analyze RACF logs and historical data. Key components include the Data Collector, Analysis Engine, and Reporting Module. The system uses z/OS datasets for data storage and processing. It does not expose external APIs. Administration is performed through the z/OS console and batch jobs. The tool supports the z/OS security infrastructure...

Vanguard Analyzer automates RACF security auditing on z/OS, providing a comprehensive solution for identifying and mitigating security risks. It checks RACF parameters, configurations, and rules, ensuring compliance with security policies. The system's architecture includes the Audit Engine, which performs security scans using the `SCAN` command; the Reporting Module, which generates detailed reports via the `REPORT` command; and the Configuration Manager,...

Vanguard Authenticator provides a bridge for authenticating users on z/OS using RACF credentials from other systems. The system comprises several key components, including the Authentication Server, the RACF Interface, and the Audit Logger. The Authentication Server handles authentication requests, the RACF Interface interacts with the RACF database, and the Audit Logger records security events. The product supports various authentication methods,...

Vanguard Configuration Manager is a comprehensive tool for auditing RACF security configurations, identifying potential security risks, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. It automates the assessment process, reducing manual effort and improving the efficiency of security audits. The tool supports standards such as the US National Checklist Program (NCP) and DISA Security Technical Implementation Guidelines (STIG). The architecture includes the...

Vanguard Enforcer is a security automation solution for z/OS, designed to streamline RACF policy enforcement and intrusion detection. The system comprises several key components: the Policy Engine, which defines and enforces security policies; the Scanner, which regularly scans RACF rules for compliance; the Event Monitor, which detects suspicious security events; and the Notification Manager, which alerts administrators. The primary administrative...

Vanguard ez/Integrator provides a robust solution for integrating mainframe security with distributed applications. It leverages RACF on z/OS to provide authentication and authorization services to applications running on Windows, UNIX, and AS/400. The product exposes APIs, including REST and SOAP, enabling secure access to mainframe resources. Key components include a z/OS component, an API gateway, and client libraries. The system...

Vanguard ez/Signon is a multi-platform SSO solution designed for z/OS environments. It integrates with RACF to provide centralized authentication and authorization. Key components include the ez/Signon Server, the RACF Interface, and client agents. The server communicates with client agents using TCP/IP. The primary function is to enable users to authenticate once and access multiple applications across z/OS, Windows, and UNIX...

Vanguard ez/Token enhances z/OS security by implementing two-factor authentication (2FA) for RACF-protected resources. The system comprises several key components, including the ez/Token core, authentication modules, and administrative interfaces. Communication occurs through security exits and APIs. The product supports various authentication methods, such as hardware tokens and software-based authenticators. User management is handled through the administrative interface, allowing administrators to enroll...

Vanguard inCompliance is a web-based solution designed to streamline RACF compliance on z/OS. It offers a centralized view of the RACF environment, enabling administrators to identify and address compliance violations efficiently. The system comprises several key components: the Web Application Server, which provides the user interface; the RACF Data Collector, responsible for retrieving data from RACF; and the Reporting Engine,...

Vanguard PasswordReset streamlines password reset processes on z/OS, reducing operational costs and enhancing user productivity. The system comprises the Password Reset Server, Web Interface, and RACF Interface, communicating via HTTPS and TCP/IP. Key features include automated password resets, integration with RACF, and comprehensive audit logging. The administrative interface allows for configuration, user management, and monitoring. The product supports RBAC for...

Vanguard Policy Manager provides dynamic enforcement of security policies for RACF commands on z/OS. It intercepts commands like ADDUSER, ALTUSER, PERMIT, and REVOKE, evaluating them against predefined rules. Key components include the policy engine, configuration files, and administrative interfaces. The policy engine processes commands based on the rules defined in the configuration files. Administrative interfaces, such as z/OS system consoles,...

Vanguard Security Center simplifies mainframe security administration by providing a Windows-based GUI for managing RACF and DB2 security. The core components include the Management Console, the z/OS Agent, and the Database Connector. The Management Console is the primary interface for administrators, offering features for user management, access control, and auditing. The z/OS Agent runs on the mainframe and facilitates communication...

Vantage Storage Intelligence provides a centralized solution for managing disk and tape storage in z/OS environments. It addresses the challenge of monitoring and controlling storage resources across multiple z/OS systems, offering a single Windows GUI for visibility and control. The product monitors disk volumes, DFSMS storage groups, catalogs, hardware errors, and system activity. It integrates with key z/OS storage management...

VDR LE is a z/OS-based solution designed for backing up and restoring data from Virtual Tape Subsystems (VTS). The core components include the VDR Control Program, the VDR Backup/Restore Utility, and the VTS Interface. These components work together to manage backup and restore operations. The CLI is the primary administrative interface, allowing for command execution such as BACKUP, RESTORE, and...