Cisco Firepower Virtual IPS, Apps, AMP, and URL Filtering Subscription
This Cisco Firepower Virtual subscription unlocks advanced threat prevention, application visibility, and URL filtering for your virtualized network infrastructure.
- Advanced Threat Protection: Coverage for integrated Intrusion Prevention System (IPS), Advanced Malware Protection (AMP), and application control.
- URL Filtering: Entitlement to enforce web usage policies and block access to malicious or inappropriate websites.
- Virtual Deployment: Protection for virtualized environments, ensuring consistent security across your cloud and on-premises infrastructure.
- Subscription Term: Access to the latest threat intelligence updates and software features throughout the license term.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco Firepower Virtual platform license provides subscription-based access to essential security services including Intrusion Prevention System (IPS), Advanced Malware Protection (AMP), application visibility and control, and URL filtering for virtualized environments.
Designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market organizations, this license integrates into existing virtual infrastructure, offering enterprise-grade security without the overhead of dedicated hardware appliances.
- Integrated Threat Defense: Combines IPS, AMP, and application awareness for multi-layered security.
- URL Filtering: Enforces web security policies and blocks access to risky or unproductive sites.
- Virtual Appliance Support: Optimized for deployment on virtual machines, offering flexibility and scalability.
- Continuous Updates: Subscription ensures access to the latest threat intelligence and software features.
- Centralized Management: Enables streamlined policy management and visibility across your virtual network.
This Cisco Firepower Virtual license is the ideal solution for SMB and mid-market teams seeking robust, integrated security for their virtualized assets.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Threat Prevention
Enable teams to deploy integrated Intrusion Prevention System (IPS) and Advanced Malware Protection (AMP) to detect and block sophisticated threats. Streamline the process of identifying and neutralizing malware before it impacts business operations.
virtualized servers, cloud workloads, on-premises data centers, network security stack
Control Application Usage
Streamline the management of network access by gaining visibility into and control over the applications running on the network. Automate the enforcement of policies to allow or block specific applications based on business needs.
business network infrastructure, user access policies, application security posture, network segmentation
Enforce Web Security Policies
Automate the enforcement of web usage policies through robust URL filtering capabilities. Protect users from accessing malicious websites and ensure compliance with acceptable use policies.
internet gateway security, user browsing behavior, web traffic inspection, endpoint protection integration
Key Features
Intrusion Prevention System (IPS)
Detects and blocks network intrusions and exploits in real-time, preventing unauthorized access and data breaches.
Advanced Malware Protection (AMP)
Identifies and blocks known and unknown malware, including ransomware and zero-day threats, before they can compromise systems.
Application Visibility and Control
Provides insight into which applications are running on the network and allows administrators to control their usage, optimizing bandwidth and security.
URL Filtering
Blocks access to malicious, inappropriate, or unproductive websites, enhancing user safety and productivity.
Virtual Appliance Deployment
Offers flexible deployment options on virtual machines, reducing hardware costs and simplifying management in virtualized environments.
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 crucial.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Protecting patient health information (PHI) under HIPAA necessitates robust security measures like IPS and malware protection to prevent breaches and ensure data integrity.
Legal & Professional Services
Firms handle confidential client information and must maintain strict data security and privacy standards, benefiting from advanced threat detection and URL filtering to prevent data exfiltration.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Securing operational technology (OT) and IT networks from cyber threats is critical to prevent disruptions, protect intellectual property, and ensure continuous production.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco Firepower Virtual IPS, Apps, AMP, and URL?
It is a subscription license for Cisco's virtual security appliance that provides integrated Intrusion Prevention System (IPS), Advanced Malware Protection (AMP), application visibility, and URL filtering.
What does the subscription cover?
The subscription covers access to the latest threat intelligence, software updates, and new feature releases for the duration of the license term, ensuring your security posture remains current.
Can this be used for physical servers?
This specific license is designed for virtualized environments and virtual appliances. For physical servers, you would typically look at Cisco's hardware-based Firepower solutions.
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.