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What is Arista NG Firewall?

Arista NG Firewall is an enterprise-grade, modular network security solution designed to provide simplified and effective protection for organizations, especially those with limited IT staff and budgets. The platform offers a responsive, browser-based interface that delivers real-time visibility into network traffic, user behavior, and system health through rich, database-driven reports and customizable alerts. It proactively defends against a wide range of threats including malware, phishing attacks, ransomware, drive-by malvertising, and spam, while monitoring encrypted web traffic and rogue applications. NG Firewall includes advanced features such as content filtering, VPN connectivity, application-based bandwidth shaping, and Quality of Service (QoS) to optimize network performance for remote employees, branch offices, and guest Wi-Fi users. Its integration with the Arista Edge Threat Management (ETM) Dashboard allows administrators to centrally orchestrate multiple appliances with zero-touch provisioning, push policy templates, and monitor real-time endpoint security status from a single console. Deployment is flexible, supporting dedicated hardware appliances, virtual machines, and cloud-based environments including AWS and Microsoft Azure. The unique NG Firewall app approach simplifies the user experience and customization for specific deployment needs. Additional tools and expert support help organizations maintain configuration backups and ensure network reliability. The dashboard provides a comprehensive overview of network health, security alerts, and appliance performance at a glance. By combining powerful security with ease of management and scalability, Arista NG Firewall helps organizations reduce complexity, enhance visibility, and maintain secure, high-performing networks.

What is IPFire?

IPFire is a robust and secure Open Source firewall operating on the Linux platform. It is designed with a user-friendly interface, offering outstanding performance in various settings and flexibility that accommodates a diverse user base. Focusing on security as its primary goal, IPFire is built to protect against online threats while also ensuring that your network is shielded from potential breaches. The firewall features a powerful engine along with an integrated intrusion prevention system, both of which collaborate effectively to defend your network against cyber attacks and denial-of-service incidents. Created as free software through the efforts of a collaborative community, IPFire enjoys the confidence of hundreds of thousands of users around the world. Its main objective is to deliver maximum security while allowing for straightforward configuration to set up a firewall that efficiently prevents unauthorized access. IPFire's default configuration organizes the network into separate zones, such as LAN and DMZ, each equipped with specific security policies that facilitate effective risk management and enable tailored configurations to meet unique needs. This intentional architecture significantly boosts the overall security of any network utilizing IPFire, providing peace of mind to its users.

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Integrations Supported

AWS Marketplace
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Arista ETM Dashboard
Cisco AnyConnect
Exoscale
Juniper Identity Management Service
OpenVPN

Integrations Supported

AWS Marketplace
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Arista ETM Dashboard
Cisco AnyConnect
Exoscale
Juniper Identity Management Service
OpenVPN

API Availability

Has API

API Availability

Has API

Pricing Information

Pricing not provided.
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version

Pricing Information

Free
Free Trial Offered?
Free Version

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Supported Platforms

SaaS
Android
iPhone
iPad
Windows
Mac
On-Prem
Chromebook
Linux

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Customer Service / Support

Standard Support
24 Hour Support
Web-Based Support

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Training Options

Documentation Hub
Webinars
Online Training
On-Site Training

Company Facts

Organization Name

Arista Networks

Date Founded

1994

Company Location

United States

Company Website

edge.arista.com/ng-firewall/

Company Facts

Organization Name

IPFire

Company Website

www.ipfire.org

Categories and Features

Firewall

Alerts / Notifications
Application Visibility / Control
Automated Testing
Intrusion Prevention
LDAP Integration
Physical / Virtual Environment
Sandbox / Threat Simulation
Threat Identification

IT Security

Anti Spam
Anti Virus
Email Attachment Protection
Event Tracking
IP Protection
Internet Usage Monitoring
Intrusion Detection System
Spyware Removal
Two-Factor Authentication
Vulnerability Scanning
Web Threat Management
Web Traffic Reporting

Network Security

Access Control
Analytics / Reporting
Compliance Reporting
Firewalls
Internet Usage Monitoring
Intrusion Detection System
Threat Response
VPN
Vulnerability Scanning

Web Content Filtering

Antivirus
Automated Blacklist
Browser-based Management Portal
Category / Keyword Filters
LDAP Integration
Multi-Language Filtering
Reporting / Analytics
Roles / Permissions
SSL Inspection
Time-based Controls
VPN Blocking
White Label
Whitelisting

Categories and Features

Firewall

Alerts / Notifications
Application Visibility / Control
Automated Testing
Intrusion Prevention
LDAP Integration
Physical / Virtual Environment
Sandbox / Threat Simulation
Threat Identification

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