Fortinet elevates web application security and performance with new unified platform

FortiAppSec Cloud consolidates key web application capabilities into a single offering, providing cutting-edge protection, seamless delivery, and centralised management across multi-cloud environments 

News summary 

Fortinet® (NASDAQ: FTNT), the global cybersecurity leader driving the convergence of networking and security, has announced FortiAppSec Cloud, a new cloud-delivered platform that integrates key web application security and performance management tools into a single offering. The platform streamlines web and application programming interface (API) security, advanced bot defence, and global server load balancing, among other capabilities, so customers can confidently secure and manage their hybrid and multi-cloud environments. 

Vincent Hwang, vice president, cloud security, Fortinet, said, “Web applications are foundational to the success of modern enterprises, but they are extremely challenging to secure, leaving businesses with a substantial attack surface. With FortiAppSec Cloud, we’ve converged artificial intelligence (AI)-powered security and key performance tools to empower organisations with a unified platform that simplifies web application security management, decreases risk, and reduces costs for our customers. By evolving from conventional, siloed web application security solutions, businesses can stay ahead of sophisticated threats and provide a superior user experience across their entire network.” 

The need for streamlined web application security and management 

Modern, dynamic web applications are challenging to secure and manage because they reside across disparate environments, leverage varying tools, and demand unique configurations. Current solutions often require a tradeoff between security and simplicity. By integrating key features into a single platform, FortiAppSec Cloud cuts through this complexity to reduce risk and centralise management. In fact, according to Fortinet’s 2024 Cloud Security Report conducted by Cybersecurity Insiders, 95 per cent of cybersecurity professionals advocate for a single-dashboard approach to streamline security policies, enhance visibility, and simplify cloud complexities. 

FortiAppSec Cloud: A comprehensive web application platform 

With FortiAppSec Cloud, customers have deep visibility and control over web applications within their complex, multi-cloud environments. They can configure and manage security features and performance tools via an easy-to-use console, streamlining business operations while ensuring the protection of their network. Key capabilities include: 

• Advanced bot defence uses continuous machine learning (ML) and behavioural analysis to protect applications from account takeover attempts, data theft, and service disruption. 

• Global server load balancing provides intelligent traffic routing with seamless failover and synthetic testing, ensuring optimal application performance across even the most complex, multi-cloud environments. 

• Web and API security, powered by the FortiAppSec Cloud ML-driven engine and complemented by real-time threat intelligence from FortiGuard Labs, identifies anomalies, inspects payloads, and distinguishes between legitimate users and potential threats. Organisations will have fewer false positives, faster response times, and stronger protection against even the most sophisticated cyberattacks. 

• World-class threat analytics identifies attack patterns and security incidents across all web applications. It provides contextual analysis, prioritisation, and remediation guidance, helping increase productivity by alleviating alert fatigue and reducing the number of manual tasks for security teams. 

FortiAppSec Cloud is a part of the Fortinet Security Fabric, a unified cybersecurity platform, and integrates seamlessly with other Fortinet cloud security and management solutions. This means customers can create an end-to-end security and risk management approach that works for their unique, multi-cloud environment. 

Additional resources 

• Read more about FortiAppSec Cloud. 

• Read the 2024 Cloud Security Report. 

• Learn more about FortiGuard Labs threat intelligence and research and Outbreak Alerts, which provide timely steps to mitigate breaking cybersecurity attacks. 

• Learn more about Fortinet’s FortiGuard Security Services portfolio. 

• Read about how Fortinet customers are securing their organisations. 

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About Fortinet 
Fortinet (NASDAQ: FTNT) is a driving force in the evolution of cybersecurity and the convergence of networking and security. Our mission is to secure people, devices, and data everywhere, and today we deliver cybersecurity everywhere you need it with the largest integrated portfolio of over 50 enterprise-grade products. Well over half a million customers trust Fortinet’s solutions, which are among the most deployed, most patented, and most validated in the industry. The Fortinet Training Institute, one of the largest and broadest training programs in the industry, is dedicated to making cybersecurity training and new career opportunities available to everyone. Collaboration with esteemed organisations from both the public and private sectors, including CERTs, government entities, and academia, is a fundamental aspect of Fortinet’s commitment to enhance cyber resilience globally. FortiGuard Labs, Fortinet’s elite threat intelligence and research organisation, develops and utilises leading-edge machine learning and AI technologies to provide customers with timely and consistently top-rated protection and actionable threat intelligence. Learn more at https://www.fortinet.com, the Fortinet blog, and FortiGuard Labs. 

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