Cisco Secure Access DNS Advantage
Cisco Secure Access DNS Advantage provides essential DNS security capabilities, protecting your business from malicious domains and ensuring continuous access to legitimate online resources.
- Advanced Threat Protection: Safeguard against malware, phishing, and command-and-control communication via DNS.
- Continuous Access: Maintain reliable internet access by preventing DNS-based disruptions and attacks.
- Compliance Assurance: Meet regulatory requirements by implementing robust DNS security controls.
- Simplified Management: Integrate advanced DNS security into your existing network infrastructure with ease.
Product Overview
Product Overview
Cisco Secure Access DNS Advantage is a platform software license that unlocks advanced Domain Name System (DNS) security features. It provides critical protection against a wide range of cyber threats that leverage DNS for malicious activities, ensuring the integrity and availability of your network's internet access.
This solution is designed for IT Managers and IT Professionals within small to mid-market businesses who need to secure their own network infrastructure. It integrates with existing Cisco security platforms, offering a vital layer of defense against emerging threats without requiring extensive additional hardware or complex configurations.
- Enhanced Threat Intelligence: Access up-to-date threat feeds to block known malicious domains.
- Policy Enforcement: Define and enforce granular security policies for DNS resolution.
- Visibility and Reporting: Gain insights into DNS traffic and potential security incidents.
- Integration Capabilities: Seamlessly integrates with other Cisco security products for a unified defense posture.
- Scalable Protection: Provides robust DNS security suitable for growing business needs.
Secure your business's internet access and protect against DNS-based threats with Cisco Secure Access DNS Advantage, the smart choice for SMB and mid-market IT teams.
What This Enables
Enable advanced DNS threat protection
Enable teams to proactively block access to known malicious websites and domains, preventing malware infections and phishing attacks. Streamline security operations by automating the detection and blocking of DNS-based threats.
cloud-managed networks, hybrid cloud environments, on-premises infrastructure, remote workforce support
Ensure continuous internet access
Streamline network operations by preventing DNS-based attacks that can disrupt internet connectivity. Automate the response to DNS anomalies, ensuring business continuity and uninterrupted access to critical online services.
business continuity planning, high-availability networks, critical application access, operational uptime
Automate compliance with security policies
Automate the enforcement of DNS security policies to meet regulatory and internal compliance mandates. Enable teams to generate reports demonstrating adherence to security best practices for DNS resolution.
data privacy regulations, security audit preparation, risk management frameworks, governance requirements
Key Features
Malicious Domain Blocking
Prevents users from accessing known phishing sites, malware distribution points, and botnet command-and-control servers, significantly reducing the risk of infection.
DNS Threat Intelligence Feeds
Leverages real-time, up-to-date information on emerging threats to proactively protect the network against new and evolving attack vectors.
Policy-Based Access Control
Allows administrators to define specific rules for DNS resolution, ensuring that only approved and safe domains are accessible.
Reporting and Analytics
Provides insights into DNS traffic, security events, and blocked threats, aiding in security posture assessment and compliance reporting.
Integration with Cisco Security Ecosystem
Enhances overall security by working in concert with other Cisco security solutions for a more unified and effective defense.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require stringent security to protect sensitive customer data and maintain trust, making advanced DNS security crucial for preventing phishing and malware attacks that target financial information.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must comply with HIPAA and protect patient data, necessitating robust security measures like DNS protection to prevent breaches and ensure uninterrupted access to critical medical systems.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services handle confidential client information, requiring strong security to prevent data exfiltration and maintain client confidentiality against sophisticated cyber threats.
Retail & Hospitality
Retail and hospitality businesses process significant customer transaction data, making them targets for attacks aimed at stealing payment card information; DNS security helps block access to fraudulent sites.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco Secure Access DNS Advantage?
It is a subscription license that provides advanced security features for your Domain Name System (DNS) resolution. This includes blocking access to malicious websites and protecting against DNS-based cyber threats.
Who is this license intended for?
This license is designed for businesses, particularly SMBs and mid-market companies, that use IT for their own operations. It is managed by their internal IT teams, such as IT Managers or IT Professionals.
How does this license protect my business?
It protects your business by identifying and blocking connections to known malicious domains, preventing users from inadvertently visiting dangerous websites that could lead to malware infections or data theft.
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.