SonicWall Gateway Anti-Malware, Intrusion Prevention, and Application Control for TZ480
Secure your network perimeter for four years with SonicWall Gateway Anti-Malware, Intrusion Prevention, and Application Control, safeguarding your TZ480 against advanced threats.
- Access to Advanced Threat Protection: Continuous updates to combat evolving malware and intrusion tactics.
- Coverage for Network Intrusion: Proactive defense against unauthorized access and malicious network activity.
- Protection against Application Exploits: Granular control over network traffic to block risky applications.
- Entitlement to Signature Updates: Ensures your firewall defenses remain current against the latest threats.
Product Overview
Product Overview
This 4-year subscription for the SonicWall TZ480 firewall provides essential security services including Gateway Anti-Malware, Intrusion Prevention, and Application Control. It is designed to protect your business network from a wide range of cyber threats, from viruses and spyware to sophisticated intrusion attempts and unauthorized application usage.
Ideal for small to mid-sized businesses, IT managers, and IT professionals, this solution integrates directly into the TZ480 firewall. It operates at the network gateway, offering a critical layer of defense for internal systems, user data, and business operations without requiring separate security appliances.
- Gateway Anti-Malware: Scans all traffic entering and leaving your network for known malware threats.
- Intrusion Prevention Service (IPS): Detects and blocks network intrusion attempts and exploits in real-time.
- Application Control: Identifies and controls the use of thousands of applications across your network.
- Continuous Updates: Receives regular updates for malware signatures, intrusion detection patterns, and application definitions.
- Centralized Management: Managed through the SonicWall TZ480 interface for simplified administration.
This SonicWall subscription provides essential, multi-layered security for your business network, offering peace of mind and operational continuity for SMB and mid-market teams.
What This Enables
Access to Advanced Threat Protection Updates
Access to continuous updates for Gateway Anti-Malware and Intrusion Prevention signatures. This ensures your network defenses are always current against the latest emerging threats and attack vectors.
businesses with internet-facing servers, organizations handling sensitive customer data, companies with remote workforce access, networks with frequent external connections
Coverage for Network Intrusion Attempts
Coverage for real-time detection and blocking of unauthorized access attempts and malicious network activities. This prevents attackers from exploiting vulnerabilities to gain access to your internal systems.
companies requiring strict network access controls, businesses operating in regulated environments, organizations with critical IT infrastructure, networks with multiple user access points
Protection against Risky Application Usage
Protection against the risks posed by unauthorized or inappropriate application usage on the network. This allows for granular control over which applications can access network resources, mitigating potential security gaps.
organizations with BYOD policies, businesses needing to enforce acceptable use policies, companies managing employee productivity, networks with diverse application portfolios
Key Features
Gateway Anti-Malware
Scans all traffic for viruses, spyware, and other malware to prevent infections before they reach endpoints.
Intrusion Prevention Service (IPS)
Detects and blocks network attacks in real-time, preventing exploitation of system vulnerabilities.
Application Control
Provides granular control over application usage, allowing businesses to enforce policies and block risky or unauthorized applications.
Continuous Updates
Ensures the firewall's security intelligence is always current with the latest threat definitions and attack patterns.
4-Year Subscription
Offers long-term security coverage and predictable budgeting for essential network protection.
Industry Applications
Finance & Insurance
Financial institutions require robust security to protect sensitive customer data and comply with regulations like PCI DSS and GLBA, making advanced threat prevention essential.
Healthcare & Life Sciences
Healthcare providers must safeguard Protected Health Information (PHI) under HIPAA, necessitating strong defenses against malware and intrusions to prevent breaches and ensure data integrity.
Legal & Professional Services
Law firms and professional services handle confidential client information, demanding stringent security measures to prevent data theft and maintain client trust and attorney-client privilege.
Retail & Hospitality
Retailers and hospitality businesses process payment card information and customer data, requiring PCI DSS compliance and protection against threats that could disrupt operations or compromise sensitive transactions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gateway Anti-Malware?
Gateway Anti-Malware scans all traffic passing through the firewall for known viruses, worms, Trojans, and other malicious software, stopping threats before they enter your network.
How does Intrusion Prevention work?
Intrusion Prevention Service (IPS) monitors network traffic for suspicious patterns that indicate an attack. It then actively blocks these malicious packets to prevent unauthorized access or damage.
Can I control which applications my users access?
Yes, Application Control allows you to identify, monitor, and control the use of thousands of applications across your network, enabling you to block risky or unauthorized software.
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.