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Description
WatchGuard DNSWatch is a cloud-based solution that enhances security through DNS-level filtering, which helps identify and prevent potentially harmful connections while safeguarding both networks and employees from destructive attacks. Critical alerts are analyzed by WatchGuard experts, who provide clear summaries that include in-depth information regarding any potential threats. In instances where phishing is involved and an employee inadvertently clicks a malicious link, DNSWatch swiftly redirects them away from the harmful site and supplies educational resources to bolster their understanding of phishing risks. Since hackers often exploit DNS to launch attacks on unaware targets, monitoring DNS requests proves to be an effective strategy for detecting and thwarting such threats. By incorporating DNS-level filtering into the Total Security Suite, DNSWatch adds an essential layer of protection against malware infections. Additionally, attempts made by users to connect to recognized malicious DNS addresses are automatically blocked, ensuring they are redirected to a secure landing page without any disruption to their experience. This proactive approach not only defends against immediate threats but also educates users, contributing to a more security-conscious workplace.
Description
When a user attempts to visit a website on the Internet, their browser initiates a connection to that site directly or through specified proxy settings. This interaction is processed by Squid, which authenticates the requests and forwards them to a Web Safety ICAP filter, either locally or remotely hosted. Both the requests and responses are scrutinized to determine access based on established policy rules, while relevant information is logged in a database. Web Safety serves as an ICAP web filter that seamlessly integrates with the Squid proxy, enabling it to conduct URL filtering and in-depth content analysis of encrypted HTTPS traffic. This capability allows for effective blocking of explicit encrypted content, as the system performs thorough inspections of web pages, preventing access to any material that contains adult language or leads to dubious sites. Additionally, popular general-purpose websites such as Google Search, Google Images, Bing, and YouTube are also monitored, ensuring that any inappropriate content is filtered out. By implementing these measures, the system enhances online safety for users across the board.
API Access
Has API
No
API Access
Has API
No
Integrations
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Yes
Microsoft Azure
Yes
AVG AntiVirus Free
Yes
AuthPoint
Yes
Barracuda Application Protection
Yes
Bitdefender Advanced Threat Intelligence
Yes
Crucible
Yes
CyberArk Conjur
Yes
Dropbox
Yes
Employee Advocacy by Sprout Social
Yes
Integrations
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Yes
Microsoft Azure
Yes
AVG AntiVirus Free
No
AuthPoint
No
Barracuda Application Protection
No
Bitdefender Advanced Threat Intelligence
No
Crucible
No
CyberArk Conjur
No
Dropbox
No
Employee Advocacy by Sprout Social
No
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)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
No
Live Rep (24/7)
No
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
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Vendor Details
Company Name
WatchGuard
Founded
1996
Country
United States
Website
www.watchguard.com/wgrd-products/security-services/dnswatch
Vendor Details
Company Name
Diladele
Country
Netherlands
Website
www.diladele.com/features.html
Product Features
Product Features
Web Content Filtering
Antivirus
No
Automated Blacklist
No
Browser-based Management Portal
No
Category / Keyword Filters
No
LDAP Integration
No
Multi-Language Filtering
No
Reporting / Analytics
No
Roles / Permissions
No
SSL Inspection
No
Time-based Controls
No
VPN Blocking
No
White Label
No
Whitelisting
No