With the global average cost of a data breach soaring to $4.88 million, organizations must secure a distributed workforce without sacrificing network speed. This white paper outlines how next-generation firewalls (NGFWs) provide the visibility and AI-driven intelligence necessary to protect the entire attack surface.
Readers will gain actionable insights on:
- AI-Powered Defense: Leveraging machine learning to identify anomalous activity and automate real-time threat remediation.
- True Performance Metrics: Understanding the role of specialized ASICs in maintaining high throughput during deep packet inspection.
- Infrastructure Consolidation: Reducing TCO and complexity by integrating SD-WAN, ZTNA, and SASE into a single-pane-of-glass management system.
- Third-Party Validation: Why independent testing is essential to verify security effectiveness and operational reliability.