Palo Alto Networks' Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFWs), powered by advanced machine learning (ML), offer unparalleled protection against modern threats. The company's PA-400 and PA-1400 series NGFWs redefine network security by integrating ML directly into the firewall, enabling real-time detection and prevention of advanced threats.
Mark Jackman, Business Unit Manager for Obscure Technologies, emphasizes the unparalleled protection offered by Palo Alto's Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFWs). Jackman states that Palo Alto's PA-400 and PA-1400 series NGFWs, powered by advanced machine learning (ML) capabilities, redefine network security . He highlights the industry shift towards NGFWs, pointing out that legacy firewalls, solely reliant on port and protocol filtering, are inadequate against modern threats.
Attackers now employ sophisticated evasion tactics, including encrypted traffic and zero-day vulnerabilities. Jackman asserts that Palo Alto Networks' NGFWs effectively combat these challenges by integrating ML directly into the firewall, enabling real-time detection and prevention of advanced threats without prior knowledge of the attack. The company's consistent recognition as a global leader in cybersecurity, having been named a leader in Gartner's Magic Quadrant for Network Firewalls for 11 consecutive years, further underscores its expertise. The PA-400 and PA-1400 series cater to businesses of all sizes, from branch offices to medium-sized enterprises, offering flexible and high-performance firewall solutions. A key feature of these NGFWs is their foundation on PAN-OS, the core software powering all Palo Alto firewalls. This ensures consistency and the ability to apply user-based policies while inspecting traffic at layer 7 (the application layer). Palo Alto Networks' NGFWs leverage ML for signatureless attack prevention, thwarting threats even if they are novel. Cloud-based ML continuously updates security parameters in real-time, safeguarding against phishing attempts, malware, and other zero-day threats. The firewalls provide inline signatureless protection, detecting file-based attacks without requiring signature updates. They automatically identify Internet of Things (IoT) devices and recommend behavior-based policies, enhancing security for connected devices. These NGFWs offer granular visibility into applications, irrespective of port, protocol, or evasion tactics. The technology identifies and categorizes traffic, empowering businesses to enforce precise policies, including: * Identifying applications in real-time, even encrypted ones, to block malicious activity and prevent data leaks. * Supporting custom App-IDs for proprietary applications, giving organizations complete control over network traffic.* Providing insights into both sanctioned and unsanctioned Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) traffic, crucial for maintaining control over cloud applications.ObsCure Technologies, the distributor for Palo Alto Networks in Africa, is a cybersecurity company founded in 2016 by a group of security specialists with extensive experience working for global IT and security giants. The company specializes in delivering world-leading security solutions to the African market. Obscure Technologies remains at the forefront of global and local security technology trends through strategic partnerships with leading vendors and provides end-to-end innovative technology solutions to its partner community
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