Cisco SEC EA 2.0 CHOICE FPR9K SM-40 TD Threat, Malware, URL Protection
This Cisco Security subscription provides advanced threat, malware, and URL protection for your Cisco Firepower 9000 series firewall, ensuring continuous security posture.
- Advanced Threat Defense: Coverage for sophisticated malware and zero-day threats targeting your network infrastructure.
- URL Filtering: Protection against malicious websites and content, preventing access to phishing and compromised sites.
- Malware Prevention: Entitlement to real-time detection and blocking of known and emerging malware strains.
- Subscription Term: Access to ongoing security intelligence updates and feature enhancements for the license duration.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This Cisco Security Effectiveness (SEC) EA 2.0 CHOICE subscription license unlocks advanced threat, malware, and URL filtering capabilities for Cisco Firepower 9000 series appliances. It ensures your network is protected against a wide range of modern cyber threats through continuous updates and intelligent security services.
Ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in mid-market to enterprise organizations, this license integrates directly into their existing Cisco security infrastructure. It provides essential security services that complement hardware investments, ensuring business continuity and data integrity.
- Enhanced Threat Intelligence: Access to up-to-date threat feeds for proactive defense against evolving cyberattacks.
- Malware and Exploit Protection: Defend against known and unknown malware, ransomware, and exploit attempts.
- Web Security: Control and secure web access with granular URL filtering and category-based policies.
- Firewall Integration: Seamlessly integrates with Cisco Firepower 9000 series platforms for unified security management.
- Subscription-Based Security: Ensures continuous access to the latest security features and threat intelligence.
This Cisco security subscription is the right choice for organizations needing advanced, integrated threat protection without the overhead of managing multiple point solutions.
What This Enables
Enable Advanced Threat Defense
Enable teams to proactively defend against sophisticated malware and zero-day exploits targeting network entry points. Streamline the detection and blocking of malicious files and executables before they impact operations.
network security infrastructure, firewall management, threat intelligence integration, security operations center
Secure Web Access and Content
Streamline web security policies by enabling granular control over user access to websites based on category and reputation. Automate the blocking of known malicious URLs and phishing sites to prevent user compromise.
internet gateway security, endpoint protection, user access control, policy enforcement
Enhance Malware Prevention Capabilities
Automate the identification and neutralization of known and emerging malware threats across network traffic. Enable security teams to reduce the attack surface by preventing the download and execution of malicious payloads.
network perimeter security, intrusion prevention systems, security analytics, incident response
Key Features
Threat Defense Services
Protects against a wide range of advanced threats, including malware and exploits, by leveraging Cisco's threat intelligence.
URL Filtering
Prevents access to malicious websites and controls user access to web content, reducing the risk of phishing and malware infections.
Malware Protection
Detects and blocks known and unknown malware in real-time, safeguarding critical data and systems.
Cisco Firepower 9000 Series Integration
Seamlessly enhances the security capabilities of your existing Cisco Firepower 9000 series platform.
Subscription Licensing
Ensures continuous access to the latest security features, threat intelligence, and software updates for the duration of the subscription.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust security to protect sensitive customer data and comply with strict regulations like PCI DSS and GLBA, making advanced threat and malware protection essential.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must safeguard protected health information (PHI) and comply with HIPAA, necessitating strong defenses against malware and unauthorized access to patient data.
Manufacturing & Industrial
Industrial control systems and operational technology environments are increasingly targeted by sophisticated threats; securing these networks prevents operational disruption and protects intellectual property.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services companies handle highly confidential client information, requiring advanced security to prevent data breaches and maintain client trust and regulatory adherence.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco SEC EA 2.0 CHOICE?
Cisco Security Effectiveness (SEC) EA 2.0 CHOICE is a licensing program that bundles essential security services. This specific license provides Threat, Malware, and URL protection for Cisco Firepower 9000 series appliances.
What hardware does this license apply to?
This license is specifically designed for and applies to Cisco Firepower 9000 series appliances.
What is the billing model for this license?
This license is a subscription-based offering, meaning it is billed on a recurring basis for the duration of the license 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.