Zscaler

Zscaler is a leading cloud-based security solutions provider, enabling organizations to access applications and data regardless of user location securely. The Zscaler platform focuses on the Zero Trust concept, eliminating the need for traditional VPNs and enabling secure access to websites and cloud applications. The American company Zscaler delivers cloud security solutions according to the Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) model. Gartner recognizes Zscaler as one of the leaders in the Security Service Edge (SSE) market.

Zscaler benefits companies and users by increasing security and protecting against threats like malware and phishing. It secures data through encryption and monitoring, preventing theft and data leaks. Zscaler is a cloud service, that enables scalability and does not require physical infrastructure, which reduces costs. It allows secure access to corporate resources from any location, eliminating the need for VPNs. Additionally, it lowers IT costs by removing the need for on-premise security solutions like web proxies or firewalls.

Description of technology

Cloud Security - Cloud Access Security Broker

Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA) - one of the main features of the Zscaler platform, it provides secure access not only to websites but also to cloud applications, monitoring every user activity performed.

Cloud Security - Security Access Service Edge

SASE (Secure Access Service Edge) - is an architecture that consolidates network services (Network as a Service) and cloud security (SSE - Security Service Edge - Zscaler ZIA/ZPA/ZDX) to offer an integrated approach to network traffic management and threat protection. It combines functions such as SD-WAN, VPN, ZTNA, CASB and firewall into a single solution, enabling secure access to applications and data regardless of users' location. With SASE, organizations can improve performance, security and simplify IT infrastructure management.

Cloud Security - Security Service Edge

Zscaler Digital Experience (ZDX) - tool for monitoring the quality of network connections and user experience, allowing real-time diagnosis and resolution of application performance issues. This helps improve user experience.

Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA) - a service that protects access to the Internet. The service acts as a gateway to the Internet, allowing secure access to websites and cloud applications, while blocking threats such as malware, phishing and data leakage attempts.

Zscaler Private Access (ZPA) - enables secure access to private applications within corporate networks or the public cloud without relying on traditional VPN solutions. ZPA securely connects users to applications, regardless of their location, using Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) principles, where every access is verified before connection.

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