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Description

The Barracuda Web Security Gateway enables organizations to take advantage of online applications and tools while safeguarding against threats such as web-based malware and viruses, productivity loss, and bandwidth misuse. This all-encompassing web security and management solution integrates industry-leading spyware, malware, and virus protection with an advanced policy and reporting framework. Its sophisticated features help organizations address evolving needs such as regulating social media usage, filtering remote connections, and gaining insights into SSL-encrypted traffic. Additionally, it offers unlimited remote user licenses to implement content and access policies for mobile devices operating outside the corporate environment. The Barracuda Web Security Gateway can also be deployed as a virtual appliance, providing flexibility in security infrastructure. For those seeking hosted web security options, Barracuda Content Shield is available, ensuring comprehensive protection across various platforms.

Description

Secure Web Gateway (SWG) solutions offer robust defense against threats originating from the internet, acting as a critical layer of security for enterprises. By employing web filtering techniques, SWGs help enforce organizational policies regarding internet access while also blocking undesirable software, particularly malware, that may arise from user-initiated online activities. As businesses enhance their Wide Area Network (WAN) infrastructure, the significance of SWGs has grown, especially with the swift transition of applications to the cloud and the expanding attack surfaces at remote sites and branch locations. The risk associated with web-based traffic is particularly elevated, necessitating organizations to adopt a comprehensive strategy to mitigate both external and internal threats effectively. An effective SWG solution should encompass features such as URL filtering, application control, in-depth HTTPS/SSL inspection, data loss prevention, and remote browser isolation functionalities. Fortinet's SWG stands out by offering versatile deployment options, which include explicit, transparent, and inline modes, catering to various operational needs. As cyber threats continue to evolve, the need for such multifaceted security solutions becomes increasingly critical for safeguarding sensitive information and maintaining operational integrity.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Amazon Web Services (AWS) No 
Coralogix No 
Microsoft 365 No 
Microsoft Azure No 
Microsoft Hyper-V No 
Netreo No 
SMSEagle No 
VMware Cloud No 
XenServer No 

Integrations

Amazon Web Services (AWS) Yes 
Coralogix Yes 
Microsoft 365 Yes 
Microsoft Azure Yes 
Microsoft Hyper-V Yes 
Netreo Yes 
SMSEagle Yes 
VMware Cloud Yes 
XenServer Yes 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) Yes 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) Yes 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars Yes 
Live Training (Online) Yes 
In Person Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars Yes 
Live Training (Online) Yes 
In Person No 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Barracuda Networks

Founded

2004

Country

United States

Website

campus.barracuda.com/product/websecuritygateway/

Vendor Details

Company Name

Fortinet

Founded

2000

Country

United States

Website

www.fortinet.com/products/secure-web-gateway

Product Features

Computer Security

Anti Spam Yes 
Antivirus Yes 
Audit Trail No 
Compliance Management Yes 
Database Security Audit Yes 
File Access Control Yes 
Financial Data Protection Yes 
Maintenance Scheduling Yes 
Real Time Monitoring Yes 
Security Event Log Yes 
Virus Definition Update No 
Vulnerability Protection No 

Web Content Filtering

Antivirus No 
Automated Blacklist Yes 
Browser-based Management Portal Yes 
Category / Keyword Filters Yes 
LDAP Integration Yes 
Multi-Language Filtering Yes 
Reporting / Analytics Yes 
Roles / Permissions Yes 
SSL Inspection Yes 
Time-based Controls Yes 
VPN Blocking Yes 
White Label Yes 
Whitelisting Yes 

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