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Managing security across a distributed workforce is a constant challenge. With employees using a mix of macOS and Windows devices from various locations, IT teams need a reliable way to ensure every endpoint is protected and updated without relying on manual installs or user action.

Everyone knows enterprise traffic is no longer confined to data centers or VPN tunnels.

What’s New in Zenarmor Home: More Devices, More Policies Zenarmor SASE 2.0 is here and it marks a turning point in how we protect networks across the globe.

Secure Access Service Edge, or SASE (pronounced “sassy”) was coined by the research firm Gartner in 2019 to describe a set of solutions to better protect the modern workforce. User traffic patterns shifted from occasional internet usage to being reliant on it for connectivity to the cloud and Software as a Service (SaaS) applications like Microsoft Office 365, Salesforce, Slack, and more.

If you ask any IT leader today what keeps them up at night, chances are their answer is not just security. It is security at scale. As businesses strive to keep up with hybrid work, legacy technologies and remote teams, the traditional boundaries of the network have almost disappeared.

Over the past few years, a large number of tools and technologies have emerged that promise to ‘revolutionize network security’. The modern hybrid work landscape has brought Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) into the conversation too.

Let’s face it - the way most companies handle secure access now, doesn’t cut it any more. Old school VPNs were dependable at a time when everyone worked from the office, and cloud applications weren’t a thing.

Today is an important day for us here at Zenarmor.

Endpoint devices like laptops and desktops often operate beyond the traditional security perimeter, exposing organizations to increased risks. Employees frequently connect to unsecured public WiFi networks. While VPNs are usually deployed to mitigate this, they come with limitations, including performance bottlenecks, poor user experiences, and the risk of being entirely bypassed. These gaps leave businesses vulnerable, creating a growing demand for more effective, seamless security solutions.

Zenarmor 1.18 has arrived, and it is one of the most feature-packed releases yet! In this release, we are one step closer to achieving our goal of delivering a truly remarkable Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) product to help address the security concerns of an ever-expanding hyper-distributed, remote workforce making use of our industry-first Plug & Secure Anywhere approach to network security.

You’ve been working from home for a few years now, enjoying the flexibility and comfort it offers. But imagine this: your manager announces that the company is shifting back to a pre-COVID working style, meaning you’ll need to return to the office. Who would be happy about this change? Surprisingly, among the few colleagues who might welcome the idea, the security team stands out.

We have noticed some chatter about our latest release of Zenarmor 1.17 across various social channels. While it has been received well by the large majority of our customers, we have noted some concerns or confusion about our newly added Security Service Edge (SSE) subscription as well as the Full TLS Inspection capabilities made available in this release. We would like to take the opportunity to provide some clarity about this and our future roadmap.

Recent updates, particularly with the release of Zenarmor 1.17 and the integration of new advanced capabilities like full TLS inspection, have sparked discussions among our partners and users regarding Zenarmor's commitment to supporting open-source firewalls and its evolution within the network security landscape. This blog post aims to dispel any confusion about our product roadmap, reaffirm our commitment to delivering top-tier security solutions, and address any concerns our loyal community may have.

If the title was not enough to give it away, the long-awaited full TLS inspection capability will be officially launched in Zenarmor 1.17 and is our latest enterprise-focused capability for users with existing business subscriptions.

Cloud has emerged as a transformative technology for all businesses regardles of their size and area of operation, as it provides access to sophisticated tools and capabilities needed to gain a technological edge without requiring substantial capital investment. However, along with this opportunity, there's also the hidden danger of security.

Device Identification and Access Control were introduced along with other new capabilities in Zenarmor 1.16, and are available with all paid subscription plans. This capability was built keeping in mind the importance of IT asset management (ITAM) in any organization and is our simple approach to this process, which can sometimes be a mammoth task to accomplish without the correct tools. Since its introduction, this new Zenarmor engine capability has been received well by the general Zenarmor community.

Balancing cybersecurity with efficient workflow is a critical challenge in many organizations. Firewalls, while crucial for safety, can sometimes block access to websites needed for work. Zenarmor offers a practical solution to this problem through its bypass codes. These PIN codes are designed to grant users access to specific websites blocked by the firewall, ensuring that productivity is not hindered by security measures. This post will explore how Zenarmor’s bypass codes effectively bridge the gap between maintaining robust security and facilitating uninterrupted work.

In today’s digital world, data security is more important than ever. Network security becomes challenging as more websites and applications use encryption to protect their data in transit. How can you ensure that the encrypted traffic on your network is not hiding malicious content or activities? The answer is TLS inspection.

In this blog post, we will explore the definition and role of device identification in network security, the risks of unidentified devices, and how device identification empowers security with various controls. We will also give you a sneak peek at Zenarmor’s device identification feature, which is available in paid editions to enhance your network security.

Cybersecurity has emerged as a critical concern in today's highly interconnected manufacturing domain. As manufacturing organizations embrace digital transformation, they face heightened vulnerabilities and sophisticated cyber threats. From safeguarding critical systems and IoT devices to defending against intellectual property theft, they must adopt effective security solutions to protect their operations and assets.

Network control and security are vital for any organization that wants to protect its data and resources from cyber threats. However, traditional firewalls and network devices are often limited in their ability to handle the complexity and diversity of modern network traffic. How can you achieve granular and flexible control over your network without compromising performance or usability? The answer is advanced policy-based filtering.

Web blocking explanations, an indispensable component of network security, play a pivotal role in safeguarding digital ecosystems. In an increasingly interconnected world, understanding the significance of these explanations is paramount. Web blocking explanations serve as the digital sentinels, elucidating the 'why' and 'how' behind the prohibition of certain web content. This transparency not only empowers administrators and end-users with insight but also aids in fostering a secure online environment.

The digital landscape of today is fast-evolving, and comprehensive security insights are not just a luxury but have become an absolute necessity. Cyber threats evolve in complexity every day, making it vital for organizations to stay one step ahead. This is where integration comes into play.

Imagine you are a network administrator who needs to monitor and control the network activity of hundreds or thousands of users in your organization. You want to ensure that your network is secure, compliant, and efficient, but you also want to respect the privacy and preferences of your users. How can you achieve this balance without spending hours on tedious manual tasks or compromising performance and reliability?

Imagine you are a network administrator who needs to monitor and control the network activity of hundreds or thousands of users in your organization. You want to ensure that your network is secure, compliant, and efficient, but you also want to respect the privacy and preferences of your users. How can you achieve this balance without spending hours on tedious manual tasks or compromising performance and reliability?

In network security, information is power. Enterprises rely on comprehensive data and insights to make informed decisions, enhance their security postures, and swiftly respond to emerging threats. This is precisely where our advanced security solution truly shines.
In this blog, we embark on a journey to explore the capabilities of advanced reporting with Zenarmor, shedding light on how they can empower organizations to bolster their cybersecurity strategies.

The digital landscape that we are navigating today is ever-evolving. Staying ahead of emerging cyber threats is paramount for organizations of all sizes. As the sophistication of malicious intruders continues to grow, so must our defenses. This is where advanced security rules come into play; they are the frontline of defense in safeguarding your network, applications, and sensitive data.

In the dynamic field of cybersecurity, the importance of tailored solutions cannot be overstated. As digital threats grow in complexity and diversity, organizations must have the tools to adapt and strengthen their defenses. This is precisely where the significance of custom web profiles in network security comes into play, offering a dynamic means of safeguarding digital landscapes against cyber threats.

In cybersecurity, where threats get complicated, it's important to be flexible and strengthen your defenses. This article examines an essential way to improve your cybersecurity strategy: implementing multiple security policies. Like a secure web gateway (SWG) such as Zenarmor, which can be a key part of a DIY Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) setup, having different security rules in your organization's plan can boost its overall resilience.

In today's interconnected digital age, school environments are no longer just physical spaces. They are also vast, intricate digital networks where students engage and learn.

However, as the children navigate this space with youthful curiosity, they face a barrage of risks that can often be invisible to the untrained eye. From harmful content like racism and extremist ideologies to insidious threats like phishing scams and online gambling, the online world presents challenges that can impact their mental, emotional, and even physical well-being

As some might have already noticed, OPNsense’s 23.1.6 release has delivered some important kernel updates to the netmap subsystem. The goal of this blog post is to provide some insights into what we’ve been up to and what we’re planning to do in the future in the context of improving device driver support for the netmap subsystem in the FreeBSD kernel.

It’s a necessity that educational institutions implement proper cyber security and access control measures, not only to protect their systems, teachers and administrators, but most importantly, the bright and impressionable minds accessing these systems and internet services. In this article, we are going to unpack the benefits and capabilities of Zenarmor and look at how it provides a formidable content filter, protecting minors and students alike from inappropriate online content and online threats.

There has never been a more exciting time for MSSPs. With more businesses adopting the cloud and staff working remotely from anywhere, it can be challenging for organizations to navigate this new territory, especially when it comes to providing and managing their cybersecurity requirements. Here are all the ways Zenarmor favors MSSPs.

In this article we are going to explore why Zenarmor SWG should be the first product to come to mind, when looking for a rapid-to-deploy, low-cost, cloud egress traffic filtering and control solution, with the ability to control all Zenarmor SWG deployments from a centralized control panel.

If you're an enterprise or MSSP, you can now easily deploy Zenarmor as a Secure Web Gateway solution to keep your network safe and clean from malicious attacks on the internet.

Typical educational institution computer networks, from K-12 to College and Universities, are much like enterprise networks. Devices ranging from mobile phones to tablets, desktop computers,…