Cisco Kubernetes WAF RP - 100 Pods License
Secure your Kubernetes applications with Cisco's Web Application Firewall (WAF) license, providing protection for up to 100 pods on a subscription basis.
- Access to: Advanced threat detection and prevention capabilities for containerized applications.
- Coverage for: Up to 100 Kubernetes pods, ensuring broad protection across your microservices.
- Protection against: Common web threats, zero-day exploits, and application-layer attacks.
- Entitlement to: Continuous security updates and access to Cisco's threat intelligence.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco Kubernetes WAF RP license provides essential Web Application Firewall capabilities specifically designed for containerized environments. It enables robust security controls for up to 100 Kubernetes pods, safeguarding applications against a wide range of cyber threats.
Ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies, this subscription license integrates into existing Kubernetes deployments. It ensures that critical business applications running in containers benefit from enterprise-grade security without the overhead of managing complex hardware.
- Enhanced Application Security: Defend against OWASP Top 10 threats and sophisticated attacks.
- Kubernetes Native Integration: Designed to work seamlessly within Kubernetes orchestration.
- Scalable Protection: License covers up to 100 pods, allowing for growth.
- Subscription Model: Predictable costs and continuous access to the latest security features.
- Compliance Support: Helps meet regulatory requirements for application security.
This Cisco WAF license offers SMB and mid-market teams a powerful, subscription-based solution to secure their containerized applications effectively.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Kubernetes Application Security
Enable teams to deploy robust Web Application Firewall capabilities directly within their Kubernetes clusters. Streamline the protection of microservices and APIs against common and emerging web threats.
containerized applications, microservices architecture, cloud-native deployments, DevOps workflows
Automate Threat Detection and Prevention
Automate the detection and prevention of application-layer attacks targeting web services. Streamline security operations by integrating WAF policies directly into the Kubernetes environment.
CI/CD pipelines, container orchestration, microservices security, dynamic application environments
Meet Regulatory Compliance Requirements
Support regulatory compliance by implementing strong security controls for web applications. Ensure adherence to data protection standards and industry-specific security mandates for your containerized workloads.
PCI DSS compliance, GDPR data protection, HIPAA security standards, sensitive data handling
Key Features
Web Application Firewall (WAF)
Protects web applications from common exploits like SQL injection and cross-site scripting.
Kubernetes Integration
Designed to deploy and manage security policies within Kubernetes environments efficiently.
Subscription Licensing
Provides continuous access to the latest security updates and threat intelligence.
100 Pod Coverage
Scalable protection for a significant number of containerized application instances.
Threat Intelligence Feed
Leverages Cisco's global threat intelligence to proactively defend against new and evolving threats.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust security to protect sensitive customer data and comply with strict regulations like PCI DSS and GDPR, making WAF essential for their web applications.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers must safeguard Protected Health Information (PHI) and adhere to HIPAA regulations, necessitating strong security measures for all digital services and applications.
Retail & Hospitality
Retailers and hospitality businesses handle significant volumes of customer data, including payment information, requiring comprehensive security to prevent breaches and maintain customer trust.
Government & Public Sector
Government agencies are prime targets for cyberattacks and must protect critical infrastructure and citizen data, often facing stringent security mandates and compliance requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Kubernetes WAF?
A Kubernetes WAF is a Web Application Firewall specifically designed to protect applications running within a Kubernetes container orchestration platform. It inspects HTTP traffic to and from containerized applications to block malicious requests.
What does '100 Pods' mean in this license?
The '100 Pods' designation indicates the maximum number of Kubernetes pods that this specific license allows to be protected by the Cisco WAF solution. A pod is the smallest deployable unit in Kubernetes, often containing one or more application containers.
Is this a perpetual license or a subscription?
This is a subscription-based license, meaning you pay a recurring fee for the right to use the software and receive ongoing updates and support for the duration of the subscription term.
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.