Google Cloud NGFW Enterprise Competitive Assessment
Based on our findings, the Google Cloud NGFW Enterprise solution was validated for its protection against critical, high and medium exploits or strikes as defined by the CVSS, ability to detect and block evasive malware, and its superior User Interface Experience earning the Miercom Certified Secure certification.
Cloud Network Firewall is a next-generation firewall (NGFW) solution designed specifically for cloud environments. It combines traditional firewall protection with advanced security features. This integration allows the Cloud NGFW to offer enhanced visibility and control over network traffic, ensuring secure access and protection against cyber threats. Optimized for cloud scalability and flexibility, the NGFW seamlessly integrates with cloud services, providing security without compromising network performance. This makes it an essential component for businesses aiming to secure their cloud infrastructure effectively.
Google Cloud NGFW Enterprise solution was tested alongside competitive offerings from leading cloud network firewall providers. This report provides an analysis of the Google Cloud NGFW Enterprise, a Firewall-as-a-Service (FWaaS) solution, evaluating its effectiveness in providing security within cloud environments. This assessment focused on the firewall’s capabilities to detect and respond to critical, high and medium vulnerabilities
(NIST CVSS).
Through rigorous testing, Miercom assessed each cloud NGFW’s response to simulated attacks that mirror real-world threats. The firewall’s performance was measured by its ability to detect, block and report incidents, providing a granular view of these defense
mechanisms against each level of assessed threat.
Key Findings for Google Cloud NGFW Enterprise:
- 99% detection rate for critical vulnerabilities scoring of 9 to 10
- 99% detection rate for critical vulnerabilities scoring of 9 to 10
- 99% detection rate for high vulnerabilities scoring of 7 to 8.9
- 87% detection rate for medium vulnerabilities scoring of 4 to 6.9
- 95% overall detection rate against critical, high and medium CVSS vulnerabilities
- 100% detection rate against 15,134 malware samples
- Successfully detected and prevented sophisticated base evasion techniques
- Google Cloud’s collaboration with Palo Alto Network’s seamlessly integrates advanced threat protection features into the platform
- Advanced Layer 7 security capabilities include IPS with TLS interception and decryption
- Palo Alto Network’s powerful threat detection engines and Google Threat Intelligence provide Google Cloud NGFW with a decisive competitive edge.
Read more about how Google Cloud NGFW Enterprise earned the Miercom Certified Secure Award and review the testing results featured in the Miercom Google Cloud NGFW Enterprise Assessment.
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