Here at Cisco, we've developed industry-leading firewalls designed specifically for the needs of SMBs. Our Secure Firewalls for small businesses help simplify security, with streamlined implementation at a price point that is affordable.
Once you have a firewall that meets your needs, you should look at implementing and configuring your firewall like you're building an army.
Below, we'll outline what you need to do to implement an impenetrable firewall easily.
A firewall is a piece of physical hardware or installed software that checks for incoming traffic and decides whether to block it or allow it through into your network.
The type of firewall you choose depends on your specific SMB needs.
Maybe you want the enhanced security and flexibility a physical hardware firewall can provide.
Whichever you choose one thing to look for is that your firewall is compatible with the bandwidth your business receives.
Firewall implementation is not difficult, provided you follow the steps laid out below.
Cisco Meraki firewalls offer simplified setup and management, that make setting up your firewall a breeze.
If you don't have a dedicated IT team, managed IT services can help provide the technical assistance you need to set up your firewall.
Cisco Meraki gives you access to Cisco Talos' top security analysts, who can help set up your firewall to your exact needs and provide additional security recommendations.
Establish Your DefensesFirst things first, you want to secure your firewall.
Limit the areas where people can make changes to your firewall configuration.
Make sure to establish a well-defined IP address structure that correctly assigns these zones to your firewall interfaces and subinterfaces, which are either physical ports that connect to other devices or virtual representations that let you extend your network.
These ACLs are applied to each firewall interface and subinterface.
Finally, you should disable all firewall administration interfaces to restrict them from public access to protect your firewall configuration from prying eyes.
Set Up Additional ServicesYes, your firewall can do a bit more than just grant access.
Finally - Maintain, Maintain, MaintainMaintaining a solid firewall means staying on top of it.
You should ensure the firmware is up to date, check your firewall's configuration rules every six months, and run vulnerability tests often to identify any weaknesses early and address them accordingly.
If you're unsure which is the right firewall solution for you or need help boosting your current cybersecurity, our team is here to help.
This Cyber News was published on feedpress.me. Publication date: Mon, 08 Jan 2024 21:13:05 +0000