Cisco Firepower IPS and URL Filtering Subscription
Secure your business network with Cisco Firepower IPS and URL Filtering, providing advanced threat prevention and web content control for 1000 users.
- Access to: Advanced Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) signatures and URL filtering categories for comprehensive threat detection.
- Coverage for: Evolving cyber threats and malicious websites, ensuring continuous protection against known and emerging attack vectors.
- Protection against: Unauthorized access, malware, phishing attempts, and policy violations through granular control over web traffic.
- Entitlement to: Updated threat intelligence feeds and software updates, maintaining the efficacy of your security posture over the subscription term.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This is a subscription license for Cisco Firepower's Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) and URL Filtering capabilities, designed to protect businesses with up to 1000 users. It provides essential security features to detect and block threats, and to control access to web content.
IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies utilize this license to fortify their network perimeter, safeguard sensitive data, and ensure compliance with acceptable use policies. It integrates with Cisco's ASA 5555 platform to deliver advanced security services.
- Advanced Threat Prevention: Detects and blocks sophisticated threats, including zero-day exploits and advanced malware.
- URL Filtering: Enforces web usage policies by categorizing and controlling access to millions of websites.
- Intrusion Prevention: Identifies and mitigates network intrusions and exploits in real-time.
- Subscription-Based: Provides access to the latest threat intelligence and software updates throughout the license term.
- Scalable Protection: Designed to secure networks with up to 1000 users, offering a clear path for growth.
This Cisco subscription provides essential security capabilities, enabling SMB and mid-market teams to achieve enterprise-grade threat protection without the associated overhead.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Threat Detection and Prevention
Enable teams to proactively identify and block sophisticated cyber threats, including malware, exploits, and zero-day attacks. Streamline security operations by automating threat response and reducing manual intervention.
network perimeter security, threat intelligence integration, real-time security monitoring, incident response planning
Enforce Web Usage Policies
Streamline the enforcement of acceptable web usage policies across the organization by categorizing and controlling access to millions of websites. Automate the blocking of malicious or inappropriate content to protect users and maintain productivity.
employee internet access control, content filtering requirements, security policy management, user activity auditing
Maintain Network Security Compliance
Automate compliance with regulatory requirements and internal security standards by implementing granular control over network traffic and web access. Enable teams to generate reports demonstrating adherence to security policies and threat mitigation efforts.
regulatory compliance mandates, data protection standards, security audit preparation, risk management frameworks
Key Features
Intrusion Prevention System (IPS)
Detects and blocks network intrusions and exploits in real-time, preventing unauthorized access and malicious activity.
URL Filtering
Controls access to web content by categorizing and blocking malicious or policy-violating websites, protecting users and bandwidth.
Subscription Licensing
Provides continuous access to the latest threat intelligence, signatures, and software updates, ensuring ongoing protection.
Cisco ASA 5555 Platform Integration
Enhances the security capabilities of existing Cisco ASA 5555 firewalls with advanced threat prevention features.
Up to 1000 User Coverage
Offers a defined security scope suitable for small to mid-sized businesses, providing clear capacity management.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
This sector requires stringent security to protect sensitive financial data and comply with regulations like PCI DSS and GLBA, making advanced threat prevention and web access control essential.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Protecting patient health information (PHI) under HIPAA necessitates robust security measures, including intrusion prevention and content filtering to prevent data breaches and unauthorized access.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services organizations handle confidential client data, requiring strong security to prevent breaches and maintain client trust, aligning with data privacy regulations.
Retail & Hospitality
These businesses handle customer payment information and require secure networks to prevent fraud and comply with PCI DSS, while also managing employee internet access.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco Firepower IPS and URL Filtering?
Cisco Firepower IPS and URL Filtering are security services that protect your network by detecting and blocking malicious traffic (IPS) and controlling access to websites (URL Filtering). This license enables these features on your Cisco ASA 5555 platform.
How long is the subscription term?
Subscription terms can vary. This specific product is a fixed subscription for 1000 users, and the duration is typically one year unless otherwise specified at the time of purchase. Renewal ensures continued access to updates and threat intelligence.
What is the difference between IPS and URL Filtering?
IPS (Intrusion Prevention System) focuses on detecting and blocking network-based attacks and exploits. URL Filtering focuses on controlling access to websites based on their category, helping to prevent users from visiting malicious or inappropriate sites.
Deployment & Support
Deployment Complexity
Low — self-service
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.