Network attacks are continually evolving. At the same time, technological changes in the business environment, such as wireless connectivity, instant messaging and voice over IP, have also meant that networks now have far more vulnerabilities. The key to protecting your business is by having an Adaptive Defense – a strategy that gives your network the ability to adapt quickly, continuously and cost-effectively to new threats as they emerge and evolve.
Adaptive Defense isn't just about deploying new devices to counteract existing threats. It's an entirely new approach based on a simple premise: that security is not an end in itself, but rather an on-going journey in which your network must continually evolve. It's an integral part of the Self-Defending Network – Cisco's vision of an intelligent network where all components proactively work with each other to protect your business against today's threats... and tomorrow's.
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Security Appliance
(ASA) 5500 series
- a single device for many users
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6 reasons why your security system isn't as secure as you think.
No matter how much you invest in security, new and evolved threats continue to find new ways to attack networks.
Constantly adding new security devices only provides a short-term remedy, but fails to provide a truly holistic and coordinated defense.
New technologies like instant messaging or peer-to-peer capabilities may improve productivity, but also open your network to new vulnerabilities.
Internal security and application abuse can be even more damaging than external threats.
Remote users have easy access to the network from home or between branches, opening a new area of vulnerability to the network.
You need a solution that is easily extensible in the future to protect your investment.
The Cisco ASA 5500 Series is a high-performance, multi-function security appliance that combines firewall, IPS, anti-virus, VPN on single platform. How it is deployed largely depends on your particular business needs.
John Chambers - "Securing The Network" Click here for video
Cisco ASA 5500 Series for growing businesses. One box. One Security Platform. No Compromise.
Securing the Intelligent Information Network By providing networkwide system security, the Self-Defending Network helps organizations and individuals improve productivity and reduce operational costs. Read Business Overview
Core Elements of the Cisco Self-Defending Network Strategy Read White Paper
Adaptive Defense: Presentation by Jayshree Ullal, Senior Vice President Watch Video
