Cisco Umbrella DNS Security Essentials
Cisco Umbrella DNS Security Essentials provides foundational internet security by blocking malicious domains and IP addresses, protecting up to 5,000 users.
- Essential Security: Blocks access to known malicious websites and phishing attempts.
- DNS Layer Protection: Operates at the DNS level, providing a first line of defense.
- Simplified Management: Easy to deploy and manage without complex hardware.
- Visibility and Control: Offers insights into internet usage and security events.
Product Overview
Product Overview
Cisco Umbrella DNS Security Essentials is a cloud-delivered security service that provides essential protection against internet threats. It acts as a DNS firewall, blocking access to malicious websites, phishing attempts, and malware command and control servers before they reach your users.
This solution is ideal for small to mid-sized businesses and enterprise departments looking to enhance their security posture without significant infrastructure investment. It integrates easily into existing networks, providing immediate security benefits for employees accessing the internet from any location or device.
- DNS-Level Security: Blocks threats at the DNS resolution stage, preventing connections to malicious destinations.
- Malware and Phishing Protection: Identifies and blocks access to domains associated with malware, phishing, and other cyber threats.
- Content Filtering: Allows administrators to enforce acceptable use policies by blocking access to specific categories of websites.
- Reporting and Visibility: Provides dashboards and reports on internet activity, security events, and blocked threats.
- Cloud-Delivered Service: Requires no on-premises hardware and is managed through a web-based portal.
Cisco Umbrella DNS Security Essentials offers a straightforward yet powerful way for businesses to secure their internet access and protect against common online threats.
What This Enables
Enable secure internet access for all employees
Enable teams to block access to known malicious domains and phishing sites, preventing malware infections and data loss. Streamline security operations by providing a consistent security policy across all user devices and locations.
businesses with remote workers, organizations with BYOD policies, companies needing basic web security
Automate protection against emerging threats
Automate the blocking of newly identified malicious domains and IP addresses through Cisco's threat intelligence. Streamline security incident response by preventing initial infections before they impact the network.
companies seeking proactive threat mitigation, organizations with limited security staff, businesses requiring continuous security updates
Enforce acceptable internet usage policies
Enable administrators to enforce acceptable use policies by blocking access to unproductive or inappropriate website categories. Support compliance efforts by controlling access to specific types of online content.
educational institutions, businesses with content policies, organizations requiring web filtering
Key Features
DNS-Layer Enforcement
Blocks access to malicious domains and IPs at the earliest point of connection, preventing threats before they reach your network.
Cloud-Based Threat Intelligence
Leverages Cisco's global threat intelligence to automatically identify and block emerging threats, keeping your defenses up to date.
Content Filtering
Allows organizations to enforce acceptable use policies by blocking access to specific categories of websites, improving productivity and security.
Reporting and Analytics
Provides insights into internet usage, security events, and blocked threats, enabling better decision-making and compliance.
Easy Deployment and Management
Requires no on-premises hardware and is managed through a simple web portal, reducing IT overhead.
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 helps address by blocking access to fraudulent sites.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare organizations must adhere to HIPAA regulations for patient data privacy, and this service provides a critical layer of defense against ransomware and phishing attacks that could compromise protected health information.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services handle confidential client information and need to prevent data breaches, making DNS security essential to block access to malware-distributing websites and phishing attempts.
Retail & Hospitality
Retailers and hospitality businesses, especially those with franchise networks, need to secure their customer-facing operations and internal networks against common web-based threats to maintain trust and operational continuity.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco Umbrella DNS Security Essentials?
It is a cloud-delivered security service that provides essential protection against internet threats by blocking access to malicious websites and phishing attempts at the DNS level.
How does this license protect my business?
This license enables DNS-layer security, acting as a first line of defense by preventing users from connecting to known malicious domains, thereby reducing the risk of malware infections and data breaches.
Is this suitable for small businesses?
Yes, Cisco Umbrella DNS Security Essentials is designed to be easy to deploy and manage, making it an ideal solution for small to mid-market businesses seeking to enhance their cybersecurity posture without significant IT resources.
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.