Virtual NGFW

What is Virtual NGFW?

Fortinet Virtual NGFW (Next-Generation Firewall) is a software-based firewall solution designed to deliver advanced security features and scalable performance in virtualized and cloud environments. It provides all the security capabilities of Fortinet’s physical NGFW appliances, including intrusion prevention, application control, web filtering, and SSL inspection, but in a virtualized form. This makes it ideal for businesses that operate in cloud, hybrid, or virtualized infrastructures, enabling them to maintain robust security without the need for physical hardware.

Fortinet Virtual NGFW integrates seamlessly into virtualized environments, providing deep packet inspection, advanced threat protection, and secure network segmentation. It also supports dynamic scaling, allowing businesses to adjust their security resources as network demands change, providing a flexible and cost-effective solution for rapidly evolving IT environments.

The solution is designed for deployment in both private and public cloud infrastructures, supporting integration with platforms such as VMware, AWS, Microsoft Azure, and others. It ensures consistent and centralized security policy enforcement across all environments, with real-time threat intelligence and automated policy updates.

Fortinet Virtual NGFW is managed through FortiManager, offering centralized control for provisioning, monitoring, and maintaining security across virtualized environments. This flexibility, combined with Fortinet’s security innovations, ensures that organizations can achieve high-performance protection in virtual environments, while simplifying management and reducing the complexity of network security operations.

Features & Benefits

The Fortinet Virtual NGFW offers advanced security tailored for virtualized and cloud environments. It ensures consistent protection across hybrid infrastructures, providing features like application control, intrusion prevention, and web filtering.

With seamless integration into major cloud platforms and support for secure SD-WAN, it enhances scalability, performance, and automation. Its centralized management simplifies operations, making it an ideal solution for dynamic, modern cybersecurity needs.

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