Cisco Umbrella
The first line of defense against threats on the internet.
Overview
Cisco Umbrella is a cloud security platform that provides the first line of defense against threats on the internet wherever users go. By analyzing and learning from internet activity patterns, Umbrella automatically uncovers attacker infrastructure and proactively blocks requests to malicious destinations before a connection is even established. It includes DNS-layer security, secure web gateway, firewall, and cloud access security broker (CASB) functionality.
✨ Key Features
- DNS-layer security
- Secure Web Gateway (SWG)
- Cloud-delivered firewall (CDFW)
- Cloud Access Security Broker (CASB)
- Threat intelligence from Cisco Talos
- Interactive reporting
- Roaming and mobile user protection
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Backed by Cisco Talos threat intelligence
- Broad security functionality beyond DNS filtering (SWG, FW, CASB)
- High reliability and uptime
Unique Value: Offers a unified security platform that extends protection to all devices, remote users, and locations, backed by world-class threat intelligence.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Enterprise-wide threat prevention
- Remote workforce security
- Guest Wi-Fi protection
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Small businesses needing a very simple, low-cost solution
🏆 Alternatives
Provides a more integrated and broader set of security features compared to pure-play DNS filtering solutions.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Varies by plan tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
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