How Fortinet Firewalls Boost Network Security for Remote and Hybrid Workforces

Introduction

The changes that businesses will experience after the move to remote and hybrid workforce, has changed a lot. This transition bring the flexibility and performance but also Security Risks, These risks cannot be ignore. With employees working from different locations and devices connecting to corporate resources, securing these connections is essential. There are Fortinet firewalls that fulfill the need. With advanced security features and comprehensive solutions, Fortinet firewalls are able to protect networks for remote workers & hybrid workforces efficiently. Today, we will delve deeper into how Fortinet firewalls take network security to the next level and highlight that these are must-have cybersecurity tools if you plan on renting solutions for them.

Remote Work Security Concerns

Increased Attack Surface

Of course, remote work also inherently expands the attack surface because so many endpoints are connecting from various locations to access a network. Each one of these devices is a potential attack surface for cybersecurity threats.

Vulnerability to Phishing

Remote workers, who may not be able to reach IT support immediately are more at risk from phishing attacks. Attackers take advantage of this vulnerability by sending well-disguised phishing emails that aim to extract sensitive data from staff members.

Unsecured Home Networks

Home networks also typically do not have the strong security measures found in corporate environments. Employees are likely to use old routers or might not set up the security properly, leaving an open opportunity for potential breaches.

Shadow IT

Shadow IT: This is the relaxed attitude a lot of organizations have toward employees using unauthorized applications to be more efficient while working remotely. That means the IT department could be working in blissful ignorance of potential security risks posed by these unsanctioned tools.

Data Leakage

The possibility for data loss is even greater now that people are working across multiple environments. Even with the best practices in place, your sensitive data will simply be exported from your organization and leaked out.

Fortinet’s Solutions

Fortinet´s integrated solutions FortiGate The Challenge Addressed by Fortinet Sets in a Single-Suite of Solutions Now let’s learn how Fortinet protects network security.

FortiGate Firewalls

The year-old update fixes a critical flaw in FortiGate firewalls, the core cybersecurity tech of parent company Fortinet. These firewalls have powerful security capabilities such as deep packet inspection, intrusion prevention systems (IPS) and secure web gateways.

Advanced Threat Protection

A FortiGate firewall is capable of forward-referencing protection that includes antivirus, antimalware and anti-phishing features. In order to allow for original thinking and excuse as much human error as possible, any reward should be coupled with full real-time protection which ensures that even if an employee fell into a phishing trap the threat was squared off before it could take effect.

Integrated VPN

For instance, FortiGate firewalls are able to provide secure VPNs so your remote employees can access corporate resources safely. The information you transfer or transmit over the network is encrypted by a VPN, so few chances are there that an attacker can grab your data during net surfing.

Endpoint Security

FortiGate even covers endpoints with integrated endpoint security solutions. These filter devices based on standards, such as device compliance checks and remote wipe capabilities for the discovery that only secure devices can connect to it.

Secure SD-WAN

Secure SD-WAN: A Secure, Application-Aware Networking Solution for Your Hybrid Workforce with Fortinet Making it an easy task to manage and connect multiple sites

Enhanced Performance

Improved application performance: Secure SD-WAN route traffic based on real-time conditions. This way, your remote workers do not feel disconnected and leads to efficiency.

Centralized Management

By adapting enterprise grade security policies and configuration they can enforce a unified set of safeguards to cover the entirety of protected network while being controlled via central console by IT administrators.

FortiClient

FortiClient is an endpoint protection solution from Fortinet. Its operation is fully standardized by the FortiGate firewalls, enhancing security for remote and hybrid workers.

Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA)

ZTNA capabilities from FortiClient This validates that only the authenticated user is granted access to specific applications. This helps reduce the risk of unauthorized access and avoid data breaches.

Endpoint Detection and Respond (EDR)

It maintains EDR capabilities that keep track of endpoint activities and study them for any indication of malicious behavior. This may help in newly uncovered threats and can thus be managed/controlled against doing that damage what they were intended to.

Real-World Examples

Case Study: XYZ Corporation

XYZ Corporation is a worldwide entity which had already begun experiencing serious cybersecurity issues with the use of its hybrid employees. They are unknowingly causing data security breaches because employees access it from different places. The Network Security signficantly improved after FortiGate firewalls, Secure SD-WAN, and FortiClient were implemented at XYZ Corporation. Zero-day threats were detected and blocked on the spot, so that centralized management console allowed dynamic policy enforcement.

Case Study: ABC Tech

A fast-scaling tech startup ABC Tech — faced both security challenges related to rampant unsecured home networks (ALL THE IoT!). To drastically increase its security, ABC Tech rented Fortinet firewalls and installed the EzVPN client on all of their employees. They logged fewer phishing incidents and were more equipped to control network access.

Hiring Fortinet Solutions

The enterprise firewall — a Fortinet device, in this case — is amazing for businesses that cannot afford to buy outright. The renting option provides companies with access to best-of-breed security solutions, without the initial capex expenditure. In addition, rental agreements generally cover maintenance and assistance to maintain the firewall in good working order.

Conclusion

Protecting your remote and hybrid workforce is more than just nice to have in this day-and-age of business. Fortinet firewalls have a well-baked security suite snapshot to address remote work-specific security requests as below: Fortinet offers a comprehensive platform that ensures network security with features such as advanced threat protection, secure VPNs, endpoint security, and centralized management. Additionally, renting these solutions gives organisations a low-cost means to improve their cybersecurity standing without the overheads of significant upfront expenses. As the remote and hybrid work environments continue to mature, more of our partners will be depending on Fortinet firewalls in order for their networks to remain secure, as well as resilient.