Cisco Umbrella DNS Security Advantage
Cisco Umbrella DNS Security Advantage provides essential DNS-layer security and threat intelligence to protect your business from malware and phishing attacks.
- Advanced Threat Protection: Coverage against emerging threats and malicious domains.
- Enhanced Visibility: Gain insights into internet usage and potential risks.
- Simplified Security: Integrated DNS security for proactive defense.
- Compliance Support: Helps meet regulatory requirements for data protection.
Product Overview
Product Overview
Cisco Umbrella DNS Security Advantage is a cloud-delivered security service that protects users from internet risks by blocking access to malicious websites and content at the DNS level. It provides essential security features to safeguard your organization's internet activity.
This solution is ideal for IT Managers and IT Professionals in SMB and mid-market companies who need to secure their internal networks and user access to the internet without the complexity of traditional on-premises security appliances.
- DNS-Layer Security: Blocks access to malicious domains and IPs before a connection is made.
- Malware and Phishing Protection: Identifies and prevents access to sites hosting malware or engaging in phishing attacks.
- Content Filtering: Control access to specific categories of websites to enforce acceptable use policies.
- Visibility and Reporting: Provides insights into internet usage and security events.
- Cloud-Delivered Simplicity: Easy to deploy and manage with no hardware to install.
Secure your business's internet access with a cloud-native solution designed for simplicity and effectiveness.
What This Enables
Enable proactive protection against web-based threats
Enable teams to block access to known malicious domains and IP addresses, preventing malware infections and phishing attempts before they impact users. Streamline security operations by automating threat blocking at the DNS level.
businesses with remote workers, organizations with BYOD policies, companies managing cloud applications, networks with limited IT staff
Enhance internet usage visibility and control
Streamline the enforcement of acceptable use policies by filtering access to specific categories of websites, such as adult content or social media. Automate the reporting of internet activity to identify potential policy violations or security risks.
companies with compliance requirements, organizations seeking to improve employee productivity, businesses managing guest Wi-Fi networks
Simplify DNS security management
Automate the deployment and management of DNS security policies across your entire organization through a cloud-based console. Enable IT professionals to gain immediate insights into security events and user activity without complex infrastructure.
businesses with distributed offices, organizations migrating to cloud services, companies seeking to reduce security overhead
Key Features
DNS-Layer Enforcement
Blocks access to malicious domains and IPs at the earliest point of connection, preventing threats before they reach endpoints.
Malware and Phishing Protection
Automatically identifies and blocks access to websites known to host malware or engage in phishing attacks, safeguarding users.
Content Filtering
Allows organizations to control access to specific categories of websites, enforcing acceptable use policies and improving productivity.
Cloud-Delivered Platform
Provides easy deployment and management from a centralized cloud console, reducing the need for on-premises hardware and simplifying operations.
Reporting and Visibility
Offers insights into internet usage and security events, enabling IT teams to identify risks and monitor network activity.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust security to protect sensitive customer data and comply with regulations like PCI DSS and GLBA, which this service supports by blocking access to fraudulent sites.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must protect patient health information (PHI) under HIPAA. This service helps prevent access to malicious sites that could lead to data breaches or ransomware attacks.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms handle confidential client information and need to prevent security incidents that could compromise client trust and lead to liability, making DNS security crucial.
Retail & Hospitality
Retailers and hospitality businesses handle customer payment information and personal data, requiring strong security measures to prevent breaches and maintain customer confidence.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco Umbrella DNS Security Advantage?
It is a cloud-delivered security service that protects your organization by blocking access to malicious websites and content at the DNS level. It helps prevent malware, phishing, and other internet-based threats.
How is this license billed?
This license is a subscription-based billing model, meaning you pay a recurring fee for access to the service over a defined term.
What kind of threats does this license protect against?
This license protects against a wide range of internet threats including malware, ransomware, phishing attacks, and command and control (C2) callbacks from compromised devices.
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.