Secure Web Gateway (SWG) is a comprehensive technology solution for protecting organizations from web threats by filtering and monitoring users’ Internet traffic in real time. SWG acts as an intermediary between the corporate network and the Internet, providing multi-level verification of incoming and outgoing traffic.
SWG analyzes all web traffic for compliance with corporate security policies, blocking access to malicious resources, unwanted content and preventing the leakage of confidential data. Modern SWGs use a combination of technologies, from simple URL filtering to advanced verification methods, using machine learning and behavioral analysis.
Unlike traditional proxy servers, SWG provides much deeper traffic inspection, including decryption and analysis of HTTPS connections, which is critically important in the era of widespread website encryption.
Benefits of SVG implementation
- Implementation of Secure Web Gateway provides organizations with multifaceted protection. First of all, the technology significantly reduces the risks of malware infection via web browsers, which remain one of the main attack vectors.
- SWG allows you to create detailed reports for auditors and regulators, confirming the availability of necessary protective measures.
- Due to the possibility of prioritizing important traffic and restricting access to resource-intensive services, connection usage is optimized, which is especially important with a limited communication channel.
SWG is especially in demand in large organizations with a well-developed IT infrastructure and strict security requirements. Financial institutions use SWG to prevent client data leaks and comply with industry standards. Medical organizations use these solutions to protect personal medical data and ensure HIPAA compliance. Government agencies are implementing SWG to counter targeted attacks and protect critical information.
Educational institutions use content filtering functions to restrict students’ access to inappropriate materials while maintaining the ability to use the Internet for educational purposes. For distributed enterprises with multiple branches, cloud SWGs provide centralized protection for all departments with a single management console.