Cisco Umbrella DNS Security Federal for Education
Cisco Umbrella DNS Security Federal provides advanced threat protection and policy enforcement for educational institutions, ensuring a safer online environment for students and staff.
- Enhanced Security: Access to DNS-layer security to block malicious websites and prevent malware infections.
- Policy Enforcement: Coverage for granular control over internet access, aligning with educational and federal guidelines.
- Threat Protection: Protection against phishing, ransomware, and other emerging cyber threats targeting educational networks.
- Compliance Assurance: Entitlement to features that help meet federal data security and privacy regulations for educational entities.
Product Overview
Product Overview
Cisco Umbrella DNS Security Federal is a cloud-delivered security service that provides a first line of defense against threats on the internet. It offers DNS-layer security, which blocks requests for malicious domains before a connection is even made, protecting users from malware, phishing, and other cyberattacks.
This solution is designed for educational institutions and government entities that require robust security and compliance with federal standards. It integrates easily into existing network infrastructures, providing visibility and control over internet usage for students, faculty, and staff.
- DNS-Layer Security: Blocks access to known malicious domains and IPs at the DNS level.
- Web Content Filtering: Enforces acceptable use policies by blocking access to specific categories of websites.
- Malware Protection: Prevents infections from malware, ransomware, and botnets.
- Phishing Prevention: Identifies and blocks access to phishing sites designed to steal credentials.
- Reporting and Visibility: Provides insights into internet usage and security events across the network.
This Cisco solution empowers educational organizations to secure their digital learning environments effectively and affordably.
What This Enables
Secure Internet Access for Students
Enable teams to protect students from accessing malicious websites and inappropriate content during online learning activities. Streamline the enforcement of acceptable use policies across the campus network.
K-12 school districts, university campuses, online learning platforms, educational technology providers
Protect Against Malware and Phishing
Automate the blocking of known malicious domains and phishing attempts before they reach end-users. Ensure continued operation of critical educational services by preventing security incidents.
Network infrastructure, endpoint security, cloud-based services, remote learning environments
Meet Federal Compliance Requirements
Support compliance with federal regulations and data privacy mandates relevant to educational institutions. Provide necessary security controls and reporting for audits and governance.
Government-funded education, research institutions, federal agency partnerships, data privacy initiatives
Key Features
DNS-Layer Security
Blocks access to malicious domains at the earliest point of connection, preventing malware and phishing attacks before they impact users.
Web Content Filtering
Enforces acceptable use policies by categorizing and blocking access to specific types of websites, ensuring a safe online environment.
Malware and Ransomware Protection
Prevents infections by identifying and blocking connections to known malicious infrastructure used by cybercriminals.
Phishing Site Blocking
Protects users from credential theft by preventing access to fake websites designed to impersonate legitimate services.
Federal Compliance Features
Helps educational institutions meet specific federal security and data privacy requirements through advanced security controls and reporting.
Industry Applications
Education & Research
Specifically designed to meet the security and compliance needs of educational institutions, including protection against threats targeting students and staff, and adherence to federal regulations like CIPA.
Government & Public Sector
Provides essential security controls and compliance features required by federal agencies and public sector organizations to protect sensitive data and critical infrastructure.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Offers robust security to protect patient data and ensure compliance with regulations like HIPAA, by preventing access to malicious sites and securing network endpoints.
Finance & Insurance
Delivers advanced threat protection and policy enforcement to safeguard sensitive financial data and customer information against sophisticated cyberattacks.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cisco Umbrella DNS Security Federal?
It is a cloud-delivered security service that provides DNS-layer protection against malware, phishing, and other threats. The 'Federal' designation indicates it is tailored for government and educational entities with specific compliance needs.
How does DNS-layer security work?
It inspects DNS requests and blocks access to domains associated with malicious activity before a connection can be established, acting as a critical first line of defense.
Is this a hardware or software solution?
This is a cloud-delivered platform licensing subscription. It does not require on-premises hardware installation but integrates with your existing network.
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.