Introduction Palo Alto GlobalProtect is a network security for endpoints that protects mobile workforce by extending the Next-Generation Security Platform to all users geographically anywhere. GlobalProtect secures traffic by applying security policies with Palo Alto next-generation to the application. GlobalProtect …
There are several aspects to security and Network Security is one of the key components in this. Network security protects networks from unauthorized access and threats. Organizations deploy or adapt measures to protect networks from malicious attackers. Network security devices …
SD-WAN Local Breakout SD-WAN is a virtual interface which connects different link types using a group of member interfaces. Using SD-WAN simplifies configuration for administrators who can configure a single set of routes and firewall policies and deploy them to …
Objectives FortiGate1 has two WAN links and FortiGate2 has single WAN link Create site-to-site route based VPN with Redundant Connection Configure Dead-Peer-Detection failover Configure Link-Health Partial Redundancy is where we don’t have primary and secondary WAN connections on both peer1 …
What is URL Filtering? Sometimes you browse your favorite social networking site on any of the web browser and that web browser displays the message “You are not allowed to browse following website”. This is because of the URL filtering. …
Traditional model of working from the office is quickly diminishing and becoming a thing of the past. As we transition to a hybrid model of working, network security becomes more and more complex. At the same time organizations resources are …
Many people don’t think twice about giving out their contact numbers. But did you know that this seemingly ordinary practice could expose you to a variety of threats? The fact is, your phone number belongs to personally identifiable information, commonly …
In today’s digital age, protecting our privacy and security online has become increasingly important. With the rise of cyber threats and the constant tracking of our online activities, it’s crucial to find effective ways to safeguard our personal information. Three …
Granular level management of access and security controls is the focus of security techniques deployed nowadays as attacks have become more and more sophisticated so is the dynamics of protection also getting changed frequently. Virtually restricted access to any device …
Configuring SD WAN Load balancing Below is the network setup on which we will configure FortiGate SD-WAN with load balancing for two different ISPs. Parameters which we have taken are LAN Port & Segment -> LAN Port 3 & 10.10.10.108 WAN …
FortiGate packet flow is also known as Life of a Packet. This is the process when the packet enters the Ingress interface and exits from the Egress interface. Stages of FortiGate Packet Flow FortiGate packet flow consist of 4 stages …
Firewalls have come a long way since their inception in the year 1908s. The initial firewall was built by Digital Equipment Corporation (DEC) as a packet filtering firewall which simply inspected packet traffic and if it doesn’t match rules packet …
Objectives Routing in Fortinet FortiGate Configuration Steps of Static Routing Configuration Steps of Dynamic Routing (BGP) Policy Base Routing Routing Monitor GUI Troubleshooting Commands for Routing in FortiGate Routing in Fortinet FortiGate Firewall Routing means how a packet can …
Single Sign On & FortiGate Single Sign On Single Sign On (SSO) is a process that allows users to automatically log into every application after being identified, regardless of platform, technology, and domain. FortiGate Single Sign On (FSSO) is a …
Factory default means resetting the device to the original default configuration and deleting all customized configuration from the firewall/device. Why do we need to reset the firewall to factory default? Device is crashed and need to remove from network Remove …
What Are Firewall Policies? Firewall policies define which traffic matches them and what FortiGate does when traffic does match, should the traffic be allowed? Initially FortiGate basis this decision on simple criteria, such as the source of the traffic then …
Firewalls are the primary line of defense for organizations; they are there for more than three decades but evolved and came a long way with drastic features and also sold now as separate appliances and make smarter decisions about what …
Firewalls are the first line of defense for an organization’s networks. Firewalls come in different categories – they can be a hardware appliance, software based or virtual. The increasing penetration of cloud computing infrastructures has given rise to virtual firewalls. …
Introduction to Web Application Vulnerabilities Web application vulnerabilities are glitches or imperfections found in the system. These can lead to security risks, such as cyber-attacks or data breaches. Sadly, these risks occur more often than network or asset dangers. According …
Understanding each Encryption Technique When we dive in-depth to explore more about wireless key management and encryption technologies, then we would find that network protocols play an imperative part in it. As we are dealing with the technologies that are …
In the realm of data security, hashing and encryption are commonly employed to protect information from unauthorized access. While both methods have distinct processes and advantages, they are occasionally mistakenly used interchangeably. This blog will delve into the definitions of …
The digital marketplace is growing at an unprecedented rate, with e-commerce businesses serving as the cornerstone of this rapid expansion. As these businesses evolve and flourish, they face a pivotal challenge: securing their customers’ financial information. One of the most …
Discussing the implications of VPN providers logging user activity and the importance of privacy policy The usage of VPNs has become increasingly popular among internet users who place great importance on privacy policy and security. VPNs are known for their …
In today’s digital age, cybersecurity is a critical concern for businesses of all sizes. With cyber threats becoming more sophisticated and prevalent, it is essential for employees to be well informed and proactive in protecting sensitive company and customer data. …
UTM (Unified Threat Management) solution deployed at the gateway level and scans all the malicious and suspicious traffic which passes through the network. UTM has multiple parameters such as URL Filtering Application Control Intrusion Prevention System Antivirus & Anti-Bot Data …
In recent times, the worldwide cyber security scenario has witnessed a surge in potential risks. With the onset of the pandemic, cyber offenders exploited the vulnerability of poorly aligned networks when companies transitioned to remote working setups. The cyber attack …
As a cybersecurity professional, you will come across many technical terms and jargon in the field. One of the terms that we often hear in cybersecurity is “payload.” In simple terms, a payload refers to the part of a malicious …
Cyber attacks are becoming more common and sophisticated, which means businesses need to be more prepared than ever before. The COVID-19 pandemic has brought with it a rise in remote work, leading to an increased reliance on technology for business …
What is NAT (Network Address Translation)? Many firewalls include network address translation, a procedure that translates between internal and external IP addresses. NAT enables a private network to use non-routable internal IP addresses that are mapped to one or more …
Let’s understand the difference between “Reset” and “Factory-Reset”. Reset – Admin can only wipe-out the configuration Factory-Reset/Default – Admin can wipe out the configuration of device and put the device in default operation/firmware. For Example, when you buy a Firewall, …
Checkpoint Firewall Packet Flow In the above image Checkpoint Firewall packet flow is shown. Let’s start with Anti-spoofing. Anti-Spoofing Anti-spoofing is a technique which can identify the packet and drop it if the packet has a FAKE/False source address. Let’s …
You might not know, but every domain name (website) has a unique IP address which makes it accessible to the network and users. If you are thinking about why a website has an IP address, then take into account that …
Prerequisites to Configure Checkpoint Firewall Sometimes in the network we need to install a new Checkpoint Firewall from scratch which requires a few prerequisite as follows: Console Cable Physical access to device (arrange any local site Engineer) Bootable USB Stick …
Gaia is the latest operating system for security applications developed by Check Point. It is named after Gaia, the mother of all in Greek mythology, symbolizing a well-integrated system comprising various components to ensure optimal performance. Gaia OS is designed …
Firewalls have come a long way and have been there for decades to provide protection against malicious attacks and intrusions. In their infancy days firewalls were a simple filtering mechanism based on ports and IP addresses. But over time, firewalls …
Overview The IPSEC NAT Traversal feature introduces IPSEC traffic to travel through Network Address Translation (NAT) or Port Address Translation (PAT) device in the network by addressing many incompatibilities between NAT and IPSEC. NAT Traversal is a UDP encapsulation which …
In order to access the Internet, we need one public IP address; however, we can use Private IP address in private networks. The Network address translation (NAT) allows multiple devices to access the Internet with a single public IP address. …
In the previous post we discussed the Architecture of Palo alto firewall. Now, we will discuss the NAT configuration and NAT types in Palo alto. Network Address Translation (NAT) allows to translate private, non-routable IP addresses to one or more …
Cyber security is an in-demand security measure that helps to protect enterprises, individuals, and their systems from online threats. It helps secure crucial data within computer devices and networks from unknown access. In this regard, Palo Alto Networks plays a …
Introduction to Palo Alto Interface types/ Deployment Modes The entry and exit point of traffic in a firewall is enabled by the interface configurations of data ports. Palo Alto being a next-generation firewall, can operate in multiple deployments simultaneously as …
DNS Working Before understanding the Split Domain Name System, let’s discuss how normal DNS resolution works for Internet traffic. However, DNS works to resolve names to IPs. When an Internet client open a Web-browser and type www.networkinterview.com Internet Client will …
Whether you own a small business or manage a large enterprise, ensuring customer data security is a top priority. To that end, businesses must adhere to the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS), a set of security requirements …
What is FortiClient? FortiClient is an app to provides UTM features like web filtering, giving web security and content-based filtering. FortiClient app is installed in the user’s system and tracks the traffic based on policy. The web application firewall offers malware …
Introduction to Firewall In todays digital scenario, where businesses demand agility and information are hosted on cloud infrastructure security of data is one of the primary concerns of business and protection of data from unwanted sources is the prime objective. …
In 1996, Congress passed the HIPAA law to protect individuals’ health information. This federal act established national standards for how sensitive patient data should be stored and handled, requiring healthcare providers to meet these regulations. To make sure their practice …