How to conduct a next-generation firewall evaluation

The next-generation firewall is the next important step in the development of firewall technology and adds the recognition of detailed applications to the mix, combining traditional firewall functions and intrusion prevention.

The Next-Generation Firewall (NGFW) brings an additional environment to the firewall decision-making process, providing detailed information on the traffic passing through the Web application to the device, and can identify traffic that may exploit potential vulnerabilities I will take measures to block.

This basic guide is intended to enable companies to better implement firewall assessment. We will show you how to cut marketing terms of next-generation firewall as well as what NGFW can offer in the enterprise environment. It also helps organizations determine the functions NGFW needs to look for and ensure optimal coordination of business needs.

When it is necessary to combine the functions of conventional firewall and intrusion prevention system, NGFW has appeared. However, since many security departments have been avoided inside and outside this technology, I wonder if these are simply marketing terms or reality. Let's learn the truth here

NGFW not only integrates the firewall and IPS functions into one product. Next-generation firewalls can also help manage and protect traffic on unknown ports, enforce identity-based policies, and protect remote users and mobile users.

Purchasing the next generation firewall is a big decision, so do not jump in first. Before deciding to purchase it is important to understand the criteria for evaluating various factors, such as integration, support options, features, product advantages, and trade-offs. Please read to learn more about these standards and other "sealed transactions"

So, is your organization ready for the next generation firewall? In this section we will describe some of the final projects that will enable organizations to make the most of this investment, including NGFW's suppliers and products themselves, which need to be considered before NGFW purchase transactions.

This glossary includes terms that security experts should be familiar with when starting a next-generation firewall trip.

Brian Monkman, security project manager for ICSA Labs, says: "In general, next-generation firewalls can run online, recognize applications, have all the basic firewall capabilities, and network IPS functions should be tightly integrated, but the opinions vary widely." "You "The mileage may change," said Monkman, saying that the saying goes into this. "We confirmed that the performance characteristics of some next-generation firewalls are declining to 50% of functionality by changing the combination of traffic processed by the product and by providing application checking function. A combination of security profiles to meet your needs. "

Purchasing the next generation firewall is a big decision, so do not jump in first. Before deciding to purchase it is important to understand the criteria for evaluating various factors, such as integration, support options, features, product advantages, and trade-offs. Please read to learn more about these standards and other "sealed transactions"

This slide will explain the seven factors to consider when evaluating and ultimately selecting the next generation firewall platform. Safety research company NSS Labs evaluated 13 top NGFWs and concluded that 7 of them met the criteria for obtaining "recommended status". However, narrowing the field to seven suppliers is not enough. To find the firewall that best meets your needs and budget, you need to apply your own standards. For most of us, NGFW may replace the aging NGFW in traditional firewalls and aging network environments. In this case, the final decision may be affected by replacement hardware, other network components that need to be used in the new firewall, and those who implement and manage NGFW.