Unified Agent (FortiClient)

What is Unified Agent (FortiClient)?

Fortinet Unified Agent, also known as FortiClient, is a comprehensive endpoint security solution designed to provide protection for devices such as laptops, desktops, and mobile devices. It integrates seamlessly with Fortinet’s Security Fabric, offering robust security capabilities that extend to remote users, securing devices both inside and outside the corporate network.

FortiClient combines several security features into a single agent, including VPN support, web filtering, endpoint detection and response (EDR), and antivirus protection. It helps secure devices by enforcing security policies, ensuring that users comply with corporate security standards when accessing network resources. FortiClient offers secure remote access by using FortiGate VPNs, enabling users to safely connect to corporate networks from any location, ensuring a consistent and protected user experience across the network.

The solution also integrates with FortiSandbox for advanced threat detection and provides real-time monitoring of device health and security posture. This allows administrators to manage and enforce security policies, detect anomalies, and respond to potential threats swiftly. Additionally, FortiClient enables visibility into endpoint activity and helps organizations ensure compliance with regulations and internal security policies.

FortiClient is an essential tool for businesses, particularly those with a distributed workforce, as it ensures consistent, secure access to network resources while protecting devices from cyber threats.

Features & Benefits

FortiClient provides comprehensive endpoint security by combining VPN, antivirus, web filtering, and endpoint detection in a single solution, ensuring that devices remain secure whether they are on or off the corporate network.

It offers seamless, secure remote access via FortiGate VPN, enabling users to connect safely to corporate resources from anywhere, while allowing administrators to monitor device health and enforce security policies effectively.

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