What is FWaaS? Firewall as a Service (FWaaS) is a cloud-based security solution that delivers firewall functionality via the internet, rather than through traditional on-premises hardware. It provides centralized, scalable,...
What is extended ACL (access control list)? An Extended Access Control List (ACL) is a type of ACL used in networking, particularly in Cisco devices, to control traffic based...
What is just in time access? Just-in-Time (JIT) Access is a security practice where users, applications, or devices are granted access to systems, resources, or data only for a limited...
What is the principle of least privilege (PoLP)? The Principle of Least Privilege (PoLP) is a foundational security concept that dictates that users, systems, and processes should be granted only...
What is a dynamic access control list? A Dynamic Access Control List (Dynamic ACL), often referred to as a Downloadable ACL (dACL), is a network security feature that dynamically applies...
What is zero trust access control? Zero Trust Access Control is a security framework that operates on the principle of “never trust, always verify.” It requires strict identity verification for...
What is a MAB account? A MAB (MAC Authentication Bypass) account is a network access method used in environments that require device authentication but where traditional user-based authentication methods (such...
Aruba ClearPass is one of the most widely deployed enterprise network access control platforms on the market. This article explains what it is, how its authentication and policy enforcement process...
What does FortiNAC do? FortiNAC is designed to provide network visibility, device profiling, and policy enforcement to secure network access. However, its implementation and functionality face several technical challenges and...
