Nowadays, protecting the network from attacks is particularly important, as threats are constantly increasing. A very good solution to this problem are the secure web gateway software that are available and can prevent any breach of our network. All data coming from websites, web applications and other online services are monitored and malicious data coming from such sources is blocked by these software. This is done through elements such as URL filtering, malware detection, etc.
Below you will see 6 of the best secure web gateway software you can find today.
Comodo cDome
cDome is different from other software of its kind, as it protects networks from zero-day threats, without hindering productivity. It also protects networks from threats using Containment Technology. A single user interface helps monitor web traffic and potential threats. In addition, by creating location categories and security rules for users and groups, administrators using cDome Secure Web Gateway control the user's web browsing behavior, which in turn helps the user stay away from harmful websites, especially those that are not suitable for work.
Symantec
Symantec software can also be used as a cloud service. It offers proxy-based protection for all types of application traffic. Among its notable features are malware sandboxing, web isolation, file inspection and data leak prevention. Symantec's advanced Secure Gateway technology aims to provide security with minimal impact on the user experience, combining the company's ProxySG content control appliance with Content Analysis technology. The cloud version provides excellent virus detection and quarantine capabilities.
McAfee
McAfee Web Gateway integrates the company's security products such as McAfee Advanced Threat Defense and McAfee Endpoint Security. It provides high-performance security, thus protecting networks from threats and attacks. Available for VMware and Microsoft Hyper-V, McAfee Web Gateway provides multi-layered security for networks. Using McAfee data loss prevention, it scans outgoing data across all web protocols (HTTP, HTTPS, FTP, etc.) and prevents sensitive data from leaving the network. Its main features are reputation and category-based filtering, threat information sharing, effective zero-day malware detection, etc.
Cisco
The Cisco Web Security Appliance (WSA) protects networks by automatically blocking dangerous websites and testing unknown websites before allowing users to connect to them. It also provides automated network-wide monitoring and analysis for malicious content and web content filtering using Cisco technology-based analytics. Features include application visibility and control, fast identification of zero-day attacks, flexible deployment options, and more.
Check Point Software
Check Point's Secure Web Gateway protects networks by blocking access to malicious websites. This is done with a cloud-based service that ensures the web gateway is updated, in real time, with its URL filtering list. An optional anti-bot integration plus Check Point's highly effective IPS (intrusion prevention system) helps the software deliver highly effective security.
iboss
iboss Secure Cloud Gateway, isolates all user data and offers on-demand scalability. Behavioral analysis, content filtering on all ports and protocols, real-time malware detection, SSL decryption capabilities, etc. are some of its most notable features. It is provided through a single interface and as a service via the cloud.
