Category Archives: ZTNA

26 Dec

Part 2: FatPipe SD-WAN for Network Administrators

What Network Administrators Should Look for in a Good SD-WAN: Part 2 of Our SD-WAN Insights Series

As stated in our previous blog on “What Network Administrators Should Look for in a Good SD-WAN: Part 1 of Our SD-WAN Insights Series”, we have shared the next set of FatPipe SD-WAN features that network administrators will find useful.

Cloud-Managed Solutions Support: FatPipe solutions offer flexible deployment options, including on-site, in the cloud, or as a service, providing network administrators with the freedom to choose the best setup for their organization’s needs and budget.

Cloud-Based Security Solutions: FatPipe unique technical cloud security features aka SASE can help you accelerate the transition to the SASE architecture. The tailored implementations align with your organization’s unique needs with cloud-based firewall, ZTNA, threat protection, Intrusion Detection, and Intrusion Prevention.

Blockchain-Type Data Transmission: FatPipe has invented a unique way of securely transmitting data over lines with multi-path security also known as MPSECTM, which provides an additional level of fortification that obfuscates internet traffic, making it almost impossible to decrypt, through a mechanism similar to blockchain technology.

Role-Based Access: Boosting collaboration through role-based access, making it easier to coordinate across teams. Network administrators can swiftly organize and set access for total groups of users.

AI Support: FatPipe AI for SD-WAN support adds intelligence to network management, automating troubleshooting and optimization.

Data Traffic Optimization: The Edge is enabled with multiple WAN Optimization techniques making it more intelligent. FatPipe data compression technology can compress data by up to 8x. FatPipe’s de-duplication technology looks for data duplicates in data sets and eliminates them. By caching local copies of transmitted data, FatPipe technology reduces the strain on network resources.

Topology Visualization and Virtualized Environments Support: It ensures efficient planning and documentation of network setups.

Scalability to meet growing demands: FatPipe SD-WAN is designed to expand seamlessly, supporting increased bandwidth, additional locations, and more complex application requirements without compromising performance.

FatPipe has been in the forefront of providing innovative solutions through its products including SD-WAN and its flagship product MPVPN. FatPipe MPVPN® is an intelligent and adaptive SD-WAN with additional security with FatPipe’s MPSecTM. Wait for the next blog in this series where we will delineate FatPipe features that can come in handy for CTOs and CIOs.

16 Dec

Part 1: FatPipe SD-WAN for Network Administrators

What Network Administrators Should Look for in a Good SD-WAN: Part 1 of Our SD-WAN Insights Series

Network administrators have the mammoth task of managing and supporting the company network, meeting the expectations of end users and sometimes even designing and planning the network. A solution as FatPipe SD-WAN provides all those benefits that a network administrator looks for in terms of improving the network SLAs; especially FatPipe has something special for network administrators as FatPipe makes network management very simple by virtue of industry-unique WAN Edge architecture of single IP framework for multiple diverse media links. Join us in understanding the key features of FatPipe SD-WAN that fulfill the evolving demands of network administrators.

Sub-Second Failover and Performance-Based Routing: One of the fastest failover mechanisms with FatPipe patented MPSec TM to ensure uninterrupted data, voice and video traffic flow for high-quality communication.

Simple to Manage Network: FatPipe SD-WAN technology ensures simple one-click GUI for most of the configurations stemming from routing protocol-less single IP framework.

Light and Fast Network: The technology has distinctive characteristics of load balancing links without traffic duplication and also without use of traditional routing protocols; this makes network light and fast.

Centralized Management and Proactive Monitoring: Simplifies configuration, monitoring, and troubleshooting across branch networks. Also, FatPipe’s centralized management simplifies the oversight and maintenance of distributed network endpoints and connected devices.

Application-Aware Routing: Delivers application-aware routing by equipping modern networks with the knowledge of the applications they carry.

Comprehensive Visibility and Support for a Wide Range of Protocols and Applications: FatPipe SD-WAN supports these two features that help network administrators take informed purchase decisions besides ensuring compatibility with existing infrastructure.

Robust Backup and Failover Mechanisms: Ensures network resilience and data protection, also providing documentation and reporting.

Improved Security: Network administrators needn’t have to battle with managing threats thanks to FatPipe SD-WAN. FatPipe SD-WAN supports a security-first approach through IDS/IPS, DDoS blocking etc., and through solutions like ZTNA that minimizes third-party risks. Part 2 of the blog covers more about security.

Hardware-Agnostic and Diverse Networking Equipment Support: FatPipe products are independent of applications, technologies, and routers. This flexibility allows them to work seamlessly with a wide range of networking equipment. Wait for the next blog on this series, where we will take you through the additional features of FatPipe SD-WAN for network administrators. At the end of the series, audience will understand why FatPipe SD-WAN has been leading the way through its best-of-bred solutions.

10 Sep

Addressing Zero Trust Misconceptions: Embracing “Verify, Validate and Authorize” Procedure is Vital for Future-Proofing Your Organization

Zero Trust has been a widely discussed topic over the past few years, evolving from just a conceptual framework to a much-needed solution in cybersecurity. However, there are certain misconceptions that need to be cleared so that organizations can embrace it effectively and fully leverage its potential. FatPipe eliminates the misconceptions and helps organizations implement zero trust as their security procedure, ensuring that the latter benefit from it on a long-term basis.

 Misconceptions Surrounding Adoption of ZTNA by Organizations

 A small business may not adopt a zero trust framework with the notion that zero trust implementation is complex, may cause temporary disruptions in operations, they will not become target of cyberattacks, and so on.  Large businesses too may think twice before implementing zero trust since they may believe that including zero trust in their security program is overwhelming (due to fear of overhauling existing infrastructure). These misconceptions need to be addressed so that organizations, irrespective of their size, gain utmost benefit from this powerful cybersecurity framework.

Clearing the Misconceptions

Misconception 1: Zero trust is not necessary for small organizations.

The essence of ZTNA is to address complex technology environments, be it small or large business. Small businesses have a wrong belief that they will not become targets of cyberattacks; in a recent survey, 41% of organizations mentioned they have implemented a zero trust security architecture, whereas 59% mentioned they haven’t. It is important to note that the size, industry, and other factors is not a bottleneck in implementing zero trust controls in an organization.

Misconception 2: Zero trust is complex and needs a complete rebuilding of existing security systems.

Zero trust’s true potential is often veiled by a lack of understanding within organizations, including a belief that zero trust needs a complete overhaul of existing security systems. FatPipe understands this concern, and through right solutions from expert teams converts complexity into simplicity with the right tools and systematic implementation thus streamlining zero trust. FatPipe has driven innovation in WAN simplification for nearly the past 20 years and now continues this simplification endeavor in the area of Secure Networks.

Misconception 3: Zero trust is a product.

It’s important to note that Zero Trust is not a product, but a strategic approach that ZTNA (Zero Trust Network Access) facilitates through dynamic access control procedures and strict authentication. FatPipe helps organizations benefit from a mature security environment, thereby reaping the benefits over time. 

Misconception 4:  Zero trust builds a culture of distrust.

Right from the advent of zero trust concept, organizations tend to confine it within the scope of a culture of distrust. However, zero trust only develops a proactive security mindset by ensuring that access is granted dependent on continuous verification rather than assumptions.

Conclusion

FatPipe’s “Verify, Validate, and Authorize” procedure provides the technologies and tools needed to implement Zero Trust, such as VPN, multifactor authentication, single sign-on solutions, intrusion prevention systems, etc. FatPipe allows businesses to select the security components that best meet their unique needs.

08 Feb

Fortifying Cyber Defenses: FatPipe’s Holistic Approach on ZTNA

With the relentless evolution of cybersecurity threats, Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) emerges as a transformative solution empowering organization to safeguard their networks and data. Unlike traditional security paradigms, ZTNA adopts a never trust, always verify approach, bolstering security even in the face of complex challenges. ZTNA’s emphasis on access management becomes paramount in the era of corporate network where the security boundaries are increasingly blurred due to fact that the applications can be anywhere, users are everywhere, and data is also everywhere. In such an environment ZTNA becomes critical for strictly permitting access only to authenticated users, devices, and applications. At the forefront of this security evolution stands FatPipe, leveraging its expertise to elevate security standards through a holistic ZTNA approach. FatPipe ZTNA not only ensures robust protection for organizational data and applications but also delivers exceptional user experience.

Why Organizations Need to Choose ZTNA over Traditional VPNs

Enhanced Security

ZTNA works on the principle of least privilege, ensuring that users, devices, and applications only access what is necessary for their roles. This granular approach significantly reduces the attack surface and mitigates the risk of lateral movement in case of a security breach. By focusing on identity verification and stringent access controls, ZTNA offers a higher level of security compared to traditional VPNs.

Adaptability

ZTNA solutions, with cloud-based options, bring unparalleled versatility as they can be seamlessly implemented across various locations with minimal disruption to the user experience. This adaptability is a significant distinction from traditional VPNs, which typically demand more manual configuration, leading to potential complexities and user inconvenience. While cloud VPNs can offer comparable flexibility to ZTNA, they often come with a constrained feature set. ZTNA’s cloud-native architecture not only ensures a high degree of flexibility but also maintains a rich feature set, allowing organizations to establish secure connections with ease and agility.

User Experience

While traditional VPNs demand individual setup on each user’s device and reliance on single-sign-on (SSO), ZTNA transforms the user experience with a cloud-based, seamless approach. ZTNA eliminates the need for users to remember frequent logins, allowing seamless access to organizational resources across any device without additional configuration. In contrast to the intricate setup of VPNs, ZTNA offers a modern, user-centric solution that prioritizes accessibility and efficiency.

Scalability

ZTNA has exceptional scalability, offering a centralized approach to user access control that simplifies access management for organizations. In contrast to traditional VPNs, ZTNA excels in accommodating the evolving needs of a growing user base and increasing device numbers. By centralizing user identity and access control, ZTNA streamlines the process of onboarding new users and devices, making it both efficient and adaptable.

FatPipe ZTNA Use Case

FatPipe provides comprehensive ZTNA solution comprising of features like application-specific access control, micro-segmentation, continuous trust verification, dynamic policy enforcement, identify-centric security, secure remote access, etc. FatPipe also provides custom ZTNA solutions to meet the specific needs and requirements of your organization.

In deploying secure dedicated connectivity for mobile tablet users over LTE (4G/5G), the customer who is a services company leverages FatPipe ZTNA to enhance security and to ensure that all connections are treated as untrusted, requiring rigorous user authentication and dynamic, context-aware policy enforcement. This micro-segmentation approach secures the traffic processed by FatPipe and delivers it to the customer’s network or the internet. Continuous monitoring and reduced attack surface contribute to the framework’s effectiveness, providing scalability and flexibility to adapt to the dynamic nature of a mobile workforce.

For optimal security, FatPipe ZTNA focusing on industry standard access controls integrates FatPipe SASE portfolio for network and security convergence. This integration ensures a robust defense mechanism by addressing both the network and security aspects cohesively, aligning with the dynamic and evolving nature of modern cybersecurity requirements.