Cisco Firepower 9000 Series Threat Defense Subscription
This 5-year subscription for Cisco Firepower 9000 Series delivers advanced threat, malware, and URL defense, safeguarding your business network against evolving cyber threats.
- Advanced Threat Protection: Coverage for sophisticated malware, zero-day exploits, and advanced persistent threats.
- URL Filtering & Control: Entitlement to manage and secure web traffic, blocking access to malicious or inappropriate websites.
- Malware Defense: Protection against known and emerging malware strains designed to compromise systems and data.
- Continuous Updates: Access to the latest threat intelligence and software updates to maintain efficacy against new attack vectors.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The Cisco Firepower 9000 Series Threat Defense Subscription provides a multi-layered security solution designed to protect your organization's network infrastructure. This subscription unlocks advanced capabilities for threat detection, malware prevention, and granular URL filtering, ensuring comprehensive security against a wide range of cyber risks.
This platform license is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals within SMB and mid-market companies who are responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of their internal networks. It integrates with Cisco's Firepower 9000 Series hardware to provide essential security services, reducing the risk of breaches and ensuring business continuity.
- Integrated Threat Intelligence: Real-time updates on emerging threats and vulnerabilities.
- Malware Protection: Advanced sandboxing and analysis to detect and block sophisticated malware.
- URL Filtering: Granular control over web access to prevent users from visiting malicious or non-compliant sites.
- Application Visibility and Control: Identify and manage applications running on your network.
- Subscription-Based Security: Ensures access to the latest security features and threat intelligence for the duration of the term.
This Cisco subscription is the right choice for SMB and mid-market teams seeking to enhance their network security with enterprise-grade threat defense capabilities without the associated overhead.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Threat Detection and Prevention
Enable teams to proactively identify and block sophisticated malware and zero-day threats before they impact operations. Streamline the process of defending against advanced persistent threats with integrated intelligence.
on-premises network security, perimeter defense, internal threat mitigation, security operations
Control and Secure Web Traffic
Streamline the management of web access by enforcing granular URL filtering policies across the organization. Automate the blocking of access to malicious, inappropriate, or non-compliant websites to reduce risk.
internet gateway security, user policy enforcement, content filtering, web security gateway
Maintain Up-to-Date Malware Defenses
Automate the delivery of the latest malware signatures and behavioral analysis engines to combat emerging threats. Ensure continuous protection against evolving malware strains through regular subscription updates.
endpoint protection integration, network-based malware scanning, threat intelligence feeds, security posture management
Key Features
Advanced Malware Protection
Detects and blocks sophisticated malware, including zero-day threats, protecting sensitive data and systems.
URL Filtering
Enforces web access policies, preventing users from visiting malicious or inappropriate websites.
Threat Intelligence Updates
Provides real-time information on emerging threats, ensuring defenses remain current.
Application Visibility and Control
Identifies and controls network traffic based on application type, enhancing security and performance.
5-Year Subscription Term
Offers long-term security coverage and predictable budgeting for essential threat defense capabilities.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require stringent security to protect sensitive customer data and comply with regulations like PCI DSS and GLBA, making advanced threat defense essential.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers must safeguard Protected Health Information (PHI) and comply with HIPAA, necessitating robust security to prevent breaches and ensure data integrity.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services handle highly confidential client information, requiring strong security measures to prevent data theft and maintain client trust and regulatory compliance.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial environments are increasingly targeted by cyberattacks that can disrupt operations or compromise intellectual property, making advanced threat and malware protection critical for business continuity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cisco FPR9K SM-56 Threat Defense subscription?
This is a 5-year subscription license that enables advanced threat, malware, and URL defense features on Cisco Firepower 9000 Series appliances. It ensures your network security stays current with the latest threat intelligence and software updates.
What kind of threats does this subscription protect against?
It protects against a wide range of threats including advanced malware, zero-day exploits, phishing attempts, and malicious websites through its integrated threat intelligence and defense mechanisms.
Who is the target audience for this product?
This subscription is designed for businesses, particularly SMB and mid-market companies, that utilize Cisco Firepower 9000 Series hardware and require robust, up-to-date network security to protect their internal operations and data.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Medium — IT-assisted
Fulfillment
Digital Delivery
License keys / portal provisioning
Support Model
Zent Networks Managed
Renewal, add-license, and lifecycle management included
Subscription Terms
Cancellation
Cancel anytime — no charge on next cycle
You may cancel this subscription at any time. Cancellation takes effect at the end of the current billing period. You will not be charged for the following billing cycle. Access remains active through the end of the paid term.
Returns
Subscription licenses are non-refundable
Digital software licenses and SaaS subscriptions cannot be returned once activated or provisioned. Contact a Zent Networks account manager if you have questions before purchasing.