Article written by Andrius Buinovskis, head of product at NordLayer
Even though gateways are integral to a network security strategy, they are often not utilized fully from a threat mitigation perspective. Businesses relying on basic gateway configuration are missing out on the opportunity to maximize security, improve workflows, and enhance productivity — all of which could be achieved with the help of a comprehensive gateway security strategy.
There’s no denying that navigating the different approaches to gateway security and identifying the most effective measures can be challenging. In this article, I will explore the key steps to fully optimizing gateways for enhanced security and productivity.
1. Utilizing gateways for network segmentation
Gateways can be configured for network segmentation by creating isolated virtual networks to separate users, teams, or departments based on their roles or functions.
Network segmentation is especially crucial in medium-sized and large corporations due to the expanded attack surface resulting from many users and devices, or small organizations that operate with highly sensitive data.
Gateway-based network segmentation provides centralized control and security between specific parts of the network, acting as the main line of defense between their boundaries and safeguarding access to sensitive information.
Gateway access control policies determine who can access specific resources or network segments. These policies can restrict access based on a user's role, device type, or location, ensuring that only authorized individuals can reach sensitive resources.
Managing access through gateways and enforcing these tailored policies allows for strict traffic control between networks, adhering to the zero trust principles.
2. Deploying multiple gateways for higher efficiency
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