Next-Generation Firewalls

Welcome to the Next-Generation Firewalls course, where we explore advanced network security solutions.

NGFW vs Stateful Firewalls

Traditional stateful firewalls look at ports and protocols. NGFWs go deeper, inspecting the application layer, integrating intrusion prevention systems (IPS), and providing actionable intelligence.

App-ID

Application Identification (App-ID) is a core technology that classifies applications across all ports, irrespective of protocol, encryption, or evasive tactics.

SSL Decryption

With the majority of internet traffic now encrypted, SSL Decryption (Forward Proxy and Inbound Inspection) is vital for inspecting payloads for threats, data exfiltration, and enforcing acceptable use policies.